Upper Rewanui, West Coast Map

About Upper Rewanui, West Coast

Upper Rewanui is a locality in the West Coast Region of New Zealand. It sits at an elevation of around 512 m above sea level. It lies approximately 15 km north-east of Greymouth, the regional capital. Upper Rewanui is located at 42.3667°S, 171.3167°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT).

Upper Rewanui lies cradled by the undulating foothills that give way to the more formidable Hall Ridge. It lies 160.7 km north-north-west of Rolleston (from Rolleston: bearing 327°T), and is situated 14.7 km north-east of Greymouth. The land here is a mosaic of emerald pastures, meticulously carved into the slopes, interspersed with pockets of native bush where the light filters through a canopy of ferns and moss-draped branches. Beyond the farmed clearings, stands of mature beech forest carpet the higher ground, their dark green deepening to an almost black hue as the shadows lengthen. The air, particularly after a rain, carries the damp, earthy scent of soil and decaying leaf litter, a testament to the region’s generous rainfall and the fertile ground it nourishes.

The economic lifeblood of Upper Rewanui has long been tied to the land, with dairy farming forming the backbone of its prosperity, its herds a common sight against the verdant backdrop. This agrarian focus has shaped the rhythm of life in Upper Rewanui, marked by the predictable cycles of the seasons and the quiet hum of agricultural machinery. Further afield, the Grey River/Mawheranui, a steady presence just seven kilometres distant, has historically facilitated the transport of goods, connecting this inland community to wider networks. While the direct influence of the coast is absent, the spirit of resilience and self-sufficiency, often fostered by such inland settlements, can be recognised in the sturdy farmhouses and the welcoming, if reserved, nature of its inhabitants.

About This Upper Rewanui Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Upper Rewanui, West Coast, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -42.36667, 171.31667. 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 Upper Rewanui.

Upper Rewanui sits within the West Coast Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct Upper Rewanui is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.