WALKING OR CYCLING THE NEW PAPAROA TRACK? 

WEST COAST ENCOUNTERS in partnership with BRUNNERTON LODGE & BACKPACKERS 

will take the hassle out of your accommodation and transport needs.

Stay at our Lodge in rustic Taylorville (situated between Greymouth/Mawhera and Blackball), and catch our shuttle, fully equipped with cycle trailer, to the Smoke-ho or Punakaiki car park at the start of the Paparoa Track.

Collect you from Punakaiki or Blackball? ✅ YES!

Free Wifi? ✅ YES!

Wood-fired hot tub ✅ YES!

Free parking ✅ YES!

Secure storage for your bikes and gear ✅ YES!

Bike maintenance facilities ✅ YES!

Great relationships with the cycle shops in town ✅ YES!

Affordable, fully equipped, comfortable & clean ✅ YES!

Upgrade to ensuite, stay extra nights, design a package that’s right for you ✅ YES!

Brunnerton Lodge is a well-established, comfortable and clean hostel in an historic location, near the site of the old Brunner Mine. Come and share an authentic West Coast experience with John (JK) and the team to make your Paparoa Track adventure even more memorable.