The Reefton Visitor Centre is not to be missed! Walk through our Replica Underground Mine, visit the Golden Globe Theatre and check out the historical information and displays. Local information on Mountain Biking, Hiking and 4WD tracks.

Situated at 67 - 69 Broadway - our main street.

Be prepared to spend some time in our unique Centre!

Learn about why Reefton is called the "Town of Light".

Read the story of Gold and Coal Mining history in the region.

Select a local documentary, sit and relax in the Golden Globe Theatre.

Browse the store for a gift. We have a wide range of New Zealand and locally made products - Bottled Lights, Rustic Metal Art, Pottery and Natural and Homeopathic Remedies to name a few.

Hire a Gold Pan and try your luck to make your fortune at Slab Hut Creek.

Get your DOC brochures and information from here.

Feel free to ask our friendly staff about local Mountain Biking, Walking and 4WD tracks.

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Explore Reefton Further

Getting Here Reefton is centrally located at the hub of state highway access into the Coast, north from Murchison, Nelson and Blenheim and east from Christchurch.

Our History The town of Reefton was established in 1870 and was immediately a prosperous place. In August 1888, it became the first place in New Zealand to have a public supply of electricity, even before London or New York.

Events Whether you're in Reefton for a day, overnight, a week or even more, there's always something exciting happening here. Find out more about our events and other things to do during your stay.