Lyell Creek
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Upper Buller · NZPAM 42006 · Source review: 3 November 2026 · Desk research
- Approach
- Inangahua Junction / supply base Murchison. DOC places Lyell campsite on SH6, 15 km northeast of Inangahua. Use the visitor access and identify the short designated creek reach on 42006 before descending; the full historic walking network is not a panning area.
- Choose the day
- Moderate: treat the creek approach separately from the easy highway stop. Prefer settled dry weather and low water. DOC warns of soft campsite ground after rain; towing and 2WD vehicles need particular care.
- Learn one thing
- Where a safe margin exists, compare an inside-bend gravel pocket with the downstream side of a stable boulder. Keep away from the larger river and steep or undercut banks. No crossing is needed for this exercise.
- Unresolved
- Current closures, water level, safe footing and on-the-day access need a fresh check. No approach has been field inspected by Paystreak.
Official designation 42006 (PDF) · DOC / Lyell campsite access · DOC activity rules
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Find your bearings
General location only. The marker does not show a permitted boundary or a safe route.
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Check the current land status, landowner permission, boundaries, permitted methods and local conditions before travelling. Historical notes and map pins do not establish permission. Source record last checked: January 2026.