Greymouth, West Coast Map
Explore Greymouth, West Coast, New Zealand, with this interactive street and satellite map. You can “grab” the Greymouth map and move it around to re-centre it. You can change between standard map view and satellite map view by clicking the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. You can use the zoom buttons on the lower right side of the map to zoom in or out to street-level detail.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official LINZ topographic sheets — plus LINZ aerial imagery, an OpenStreetMap search for anywhere in New Zealand, a GPS grid-reference readout and turn-by-turn driving directions. See How to Use This Map below. You will find live weather, local and world news further down the page.
Interactive Map of Greymouth, West Coast
How to Use This Greymouth, West Coast Map
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Greymouth, West Coast. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture to zoom in and out. Drag the map to pan to any area of West Coast or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen for a larger view. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key on your keyboard, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official LINZ topographic maps — the Topo250 and Topo50 sheets used for tramping, hunting, hut access and back-country navigation, switching scale automatically as you zoom in. Aerial shows LINZ aerial imagery, down to 5cm resolution in urban areas. The search box above the map finds any New Zealand town, suburb or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Greymouth.
Click 📍 My position in that same panel to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are, shows your accuracy, and reports your position as an NZTM2000 grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude. The NZTM grid reference is the format New Zealand search and rescue services work from, and there is a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need mobile coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even in places where the map itself cannot load.
The blue 📍 My Location & Navigate button starts live turn-by-turn driving directions from wherever you are to any destination you enter, with spoken guidance, lane hints and automatic re-routing if you leave the route.
Map search is available for a limited number of queries per session to manage costs. Be specific — search precisely for best results.
| Locality | Greymouth |
| Region | West Coast |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Timezone | New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT) |
| Remoteness | Medium Urban Area |
| Latitude | -42.46667 |
| Longitude | 171.2 |
| Population | 9,419 |
| Elevation | 11 m |
| Area Code | 03 |
About Greymouth, West Coast
Greymouth is a locality in the West Coast Region of New Zealand. It has a population of approximately 9,419. It sits at an elevation of around 11 m above sea level. Greymouth is the capital of the West Coast Region. Greymouth is located at 42.4667°S, 171.2000°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT). Statistics New Zealand classifies the area as a medium urban area.
Greymouth sits at the confluence of the Grey River and the plains that stretch inland from the western edge of New Zealand's South Island. It lies 157.1 km north-west of Rolleston (from Rolleston: bearing 322°T), and is situated 8.6 km south-south-west of Runanga. The land here is a tapestry of rolling hills and verdant farmland, sloping gently towards the distant, unseen coast, approximately 23 kilometres away. Karoro Lake lies close by, a placid mirror reflecting the ever-changing sky, while the sinuous Grey River carves its path through the landscape, a constant, murmuring presence. To the west, the Peter Ridge rises, a subtle but persistent boundary to the horizon, and further afield, the Nemona Forest offers a dense, emerald cloak to the country. The air here often carries the earthy scent of damp soil and the hushed whisper of wind through the native bush, a constant reminder of the wildness that presses in from all sides.
The origins of Greymouth are intrinsically tied to the discovery of gold in the region during the latter half of the 19th century, a period that drew a surge of hopeful prospectors and established a robust settlement. These early years were marked by the arduous work of mining and the development of infrastructure to support the burgeoning population. The town's history is a testament to the resilience and determination of those who sought their fortunes here, carving out a life in this remote corner of the West Coast. Over time, as the gold fever subsided, Greymouth transitioned, its identity shifting from a frontier mining camp to a vital service centre for the surrounding agricultural and forestry industries, a legacy that continues to shape its character today.
The economic lifeblood of Greymouth flows through a combination of established industries and emerging opportunities. Forestry remains a significant contributor, with timber mills processing the bounty from Nemona Forest and neighbouring woodlands. Dairy farming also plays a crucial role, the lush pastures supporting a healthy agricultural sector. While not a major centre for higher education, Greymouth serves as a hub for technical training and vocational programmes, equipping its residents with the skills needed for local industries. The town's infrastructure is well-developed to support its role as a regional centre, with essential services and transport links connecting it to the wider West Coast and beyond, facilitating the movement of goods and people.
The cultural tapestry of Greymouth is woven with threads of both provincial pride and national sporting enthusiasm. While Greymouth may not boast professional teams of national renown, its residents enthusiastically support provincial rugby, cheering on their local NPC teams with a passion that echoes the spirit of the region. Annual events and festivals, often tied to the agricultural calendar or local history, bring the community together, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie. Natural landmarks, like the tranquil Karoro Lake, offer spaces for recreation and reflection, while the proximity to the rugged West Coast landscape provides a constant backdrop of wild beauty. Though no globally recognised figures are directly and solely associated with Greymouth, the town has produced and nurtured individuals who contribute to the broader fabric of New Zealand life.
Nearby Places to Explore — Greymouth, West Coast
Nearby Places of Interest
Lake · 0.0 km N
Recreation Reserve · 0.7 km ESE · 1 ha
Recreation Reserve · 0.9 km WSW
Stewardship Area · 1 km N · 1 ha
Monument / Memorial · 1 km NNE
Monument / Memorial · 1 km NNE
Cinema · 2 km NNE
Attraction · 2 km NNE
Museum · 2 km NNE
Scenic Reserve · 3 km S · 219 ha
Island · 3 km N
Scenic Reserve · 3 km SE · 1,304 ha
Ridge · 3 km SE
Hill · 4 km NNE
Park · 4 km NE
Lake · 5 km N
Scenic Reserve · 5 km ENE · 9 ha
Mountains · 6 km NNE
Stewardship Area · 6 km ENE · 6 ha
Mountain · 7 km SE
Ecological Area · 9 km ESE · 5,406 ha
Historic Reserve · 10 km ENE · 4 ha
Historic Reserve · 11 km ENE · 1 ha
Ecological Area · 18 km SSE · 4,843 ha
Scientific Reserve · 20 km SSW · 1 ha
Sources: curated tourist landmarks, DOC Public Conservation Areas (LINZ), GeoNames Gazetteer, OpenStreetMap.
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About This Greymouth Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Greymouth, West Coast, New Zealand at coordinates -42.46667, 171.2. Use the Map and Satellite buttons to switch views, the plus and minus buttons to zoom, and Fullscreen to fill the screen.
Search Maps opens a second, independent map with four things the embedded map cannot do. It searches OpenStreetMap for any New Zealand town, suburb or landmark by name. It offers LINZ topographic maps as a base layer — the official Topo250 and Topo50 sheets, switching scale automatically as you zoom, and the standard reference for tramping, hunting and back-country travel. It offers LINZ aerial imagery down to 5cm resolution in urban areas. And it can take a single GPS fix from your device and report your position as both an NZTM2000 grid reference and plain latitude and longitude — the grid reference being what New Zealand search and rescue services work from. Map tiles require mobile coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map itself cannot load.
My Location & Navigate starts the vector-tile navigator: live turn-by-turn driving directions from your current position to any destination, with spoken guidance, lane hints and automatic re-routing.
Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time New Zealand and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorial description provides background on Greymouth.
Greymouth sits within the West Coast Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct Greymouth is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | GeoNames Gazetteer (CC BY 4.0), Stats NZ regional and urban-rural classifications |
| Description | Editorial description generated from verified location data. |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; LINZ Basemaps topographic and aerial imagery, sourced from Toitū Te Whenua LINZ (CC BY 4.0) |
