Clay Cliffs
Explore these staggering natural land forms
The Clay Cliffs are a geological wonder; ‘bad land’ sharp pinnacles and ridges separated by steep and narrow ravines.
The Cliffs were created out of layers of silt and gravel deposited by ancient lakes and rivers around 20 million years ago. They have since been uplifted and tilted by the nearby active Ostler Fault, and eroded.
The cliffs are on private land and there is an honesty box at the gate where you are asked to pay $5 per car. After passing through the gate, drive to the carpark. From here you can walk up to and among the cliffs (10-15 mins from carpark one way). The road and track can get a little rough in winter – and inside the cliffs it is rocky and sometimes slippery underfoot. Closed, sturdy footwear is advised.
Access :
To get to the Clay Cliffs, turn onto Quailburn Rd off SH8
and then onto unsealed Henburn Rd.
Please note:
The trail at Clay Cliffs is not suitable for people
with mobility issues as the surface is uneven.
The cliffs are on private land, so please respect the property
and obey all signage.
Physical address :
Henburn Road
Omarama
New Zealand