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Jacks hut is, a rare surviving example of a roadmans cottage. Arthurs pass national park moatrek new zealand tours. Arthurs pass accommodation for backpackers, hikers, trampers and visitors to the arthurs pass national park in the southern alps of. Arthurs pass national park arthurs pass national park is a major national park in the centre of the south island of new zealand. Yet long before this time, maori travellers and traders had crossed the southern alps via the then unnamed arthurs pass. I find it consistent with a sense of history to look forward as well as backward.
Arthurs pass national park arthurs pass, canterbury. The passes through the southern alps were used by maori to trade pounamugreenstone from westland to canterbury. Crossing the pass offers beautiful views of rainforest and deep gorges. Before you embark on a walk, let someone responsible know where you are going, and when you intend to return. The bealey is also a popular stay with travellers enroute to franz josef and fox glaciers. There are five skifields all within an hours drive from the village, with the temple basin ski area located on the slopes of mount temple above arthurs pass village. As is usually the case, after further exploration it turned out that arthurs route was indeed the best option, and the rest is history.
They range from eastern beech clad hills and tussock valleys to. The most dramatic of the three southern alps crossings links christchurch with greymouth, via arthurs pass, traversed by a scenic rail line and the equally breathtaking sh73 the pass is surrounded by the 950squarekilometre arthurs pass national park, a remarkable alpine landscape with some superb easy walks and tough tramps. Arthur s pass nationai park was established in 1901 when the new zealand government reserved 67 580 ha of land. Its elevation is 740 metres 2,430 ft above sea level surrounded by beech forest. Arthur s pass national park is a mountaineering mecca, offering a huge choice of classic climbing routes, including specialised challenges for ice climbers and rock climbers. Arthurs pass national park with tranzalpine train tour. Dogs and other pets are not allowed on any hiking tracks or. Arthurs pass was established in 1929 and was new zealands third national park and the first one in the south island.
Arthurs pass national park visitor centre, arthurs pass. There are only around 5,000 of these beautiful and intelligent birds left in the wild. Arthurs pass national park, new zealand tripadvisor. Arthurs pass things to see and do christchurch new. Arthurs pass national park management plan department of. While working on a road near the grey river, he was mistaken for a gold buyer and killed. Arthurs pass national park itself is a landscape of two halves. Some of these hotels are where renowned writers may have stayed. The park is a popular stop from the tranzalpine train and has hikes both long and short. The park was finally gazetted 47 350 ha in 1929 and successive additions have increased its area since then. The 10 best hotels close to arthurs pass national park in. Arthurs pass national park travel guide horizon guides. Book your arthurs pass national park historic hotel.
Travel to the park s from any great distance is not permitted. Arthurs pass accommodation the bealey hotel new zealand. Nestled in the alpine village of arthurs pass, and in the heart of arthurs pass national park, the tussocks offers a great midway stopover when travelling from coast to coast, or a fantastic base for doing the many tracks and trails in the surrounding area. It has been a while, but we are back climbing the 1833m high avalanche peak in arthurs pass national park, watch keas messing around with our equipment at the summit and visit the 1m high. Experience a breathtaking journey aboard the tranzalpine train winding its way through the magnificent waimakariri gorge.
Long before surveyor arthur dudley dobson found his way over in 1864, it was known to maori. Arthurs pass national park lies in the heart of the southern alps. Its high mountains with large scree slopes, steep gorges and wide braided rivers straddle the main divide, and are the back bone of the south island. In 1929, arthurs pass national park was created as new zealands third national park.
It ran over porters pass to cass, up the waimakariri valley to bealey, then over the newly named arthurs pass. Check out the introductory movie and displays to get a good overview. There are plenty of wellmarked day tramps throughout the park, especially around arthurs pass village. Botany of arthurs pass national park south island, new zealand i. In the heart of the southern alps, arthurs pass national park has an incredible diversity of flora and landscape. A warm place to stay, excellent books on local history, hot tips on hiking and even a book on ice cream.
At the very heart of the south island, between the west coast and canterbury, is arthurs pass national park. Arthurs pass is the highest pass over the southern alps. Arthurs pass visitor centre archive and collection contains documents and objects that. Arthurs pass national park has a reputation as one of the most dangerous national parks in new zealand. Arthurs pass history in the mid 1800s, shepherds searching for grazing land beyond the canterbury plains were the first europeans to explore the mountain wilderness of arthurs pass national park. Shorter tracks in arthurs pass national park present woodland walks where waterfalls can be observed devils punchbowl falls should not be missed, while longer tracks and routes ascend to soaring peaks.
Head into arthurs pass national park by road and youll encounter some of new zealands most spectacular engineering, including viaducts, precipitous bridges and redirected waterfalls. The arthur s pass national park management plan of 1983 depart. The 10 best hotels near arthurs pass national park in. Botany of arthur s pass national park south island, new zealand i. The visitor center in arthurs pass village offers track conditions and more details about the region. The vascular plant flora is listed and notes on rare or locally. Arthurs pass backpackers accommodation, arthurs pass national. Since becoming a national park in 1929, arthurs pass has gained a worldwide reputation for alpine recreation, as well as for its stunning natural history.
Pick up a copy of docs discover arthurs pass booklet to read about popular tramps, including. History of botanical studies and checklist of the vascular flora. Temple basin is an amazing ski and snowboarding area in the middle of the nzs southern alps, surrounded by the beauty of arthurs pass national park. From avalanche peak continue along the narrow south ridge to join a broad shoulder and ridge.
In a tragic sequel to the dobsons explorations, george was murdered by the notorious burgess gang in 1866. Even the road through the park is very steep with many cars overheating. Youll probably spot new zealands inquisitive and comical alpine parrot. Ungroomed ski and snowboarders paradise in arthurs pass national park, new zealand.
Arthurs pass national park is one of the few places you can see the kea a native, and the only alpine parrot in the world. Arthurs pass, previously called camping flat then bealey flats, and for some time officially arthurs pass, is a township in the southern alps of the south island of new zealand, located in the selwyn district. This management plan for arthurs pass national park has been. Arthurs pass national park management plan getting there state highway 73, the main road between greymouth and christchurch in the south island, goes right through the park and the village of arthurs pass. Its clubbased which means it has a relaxed atmosphere but all are welcome to ski and ride it. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in arthurs pass national park, new zealand on tripadvisor. It is a popular base for exploring arthurs pass national park. Arthurs pass national park was established in 1929 and was new zealands third national park and the first one in the south island. Arthurs pass national park has 16 vintage hotels that possess the look and feel of another era. Experienced skiers will love the challenging slopes at temple basin, an ungroomed paradise of snowcapped peaks and fluffy powder. Arthurs pass national park christchurch canterbury. Take in the scenic views on the renowned tranz alpine rail service. The mountains around arthurs pass contain some very challenging terrain. Arthurs pass national park visitor centre 2020 what to.
Arthurs pass national park is a mountaineering mecca, offering a huge choice of classic climbing routes, including specialised challenges for ice climbers and rock climbers. Build a plan using arthurs pass national park trip planner and get the right plan for your holiday. Arthurs pass village is a small village within the park and is the location of the train station, motels, cabins and a few places to eat. Arthurs pass national park travel guide at wikivoyage. People come to meet others, enjoy the wonderful snow and fantastic terrain.
Covering over 1,000 square kilometres, its a park of two halves, with heavy rainforest and formidable gorges to the west, and more accessible valleys, tracks and broad river beds to the east. On the eastern side youll see wide, shinglefilled riverbeds and vast swathes of beech forest. Arthurs pass national park photos featured images of. All facilities in the park s are closed campgrounds, toilets, huts shelters, visitor centre. Key tips before you embark on a walk, let someone responsible know where you are going, and when you intend to return. Arthurs pass national park new zealand attractions. Join short guided walks to rainforests, rivers and mountain vistas and visit the incredible castle hill rocks.
The park s are still closed to hunting, climbing, and overnight tramping safe activities of 3 hours maximum are permitted. Arthurs pass national park is in the heart of the southern alpska tiritiri o te moana. The story of arthurs pass national park book, 1986. Arthurs pass national park is ideal for outdoors lovers and adventure seekers. Descend the western side and you venture through dense rainforest alongside and over deeply gorged rivers. Arthurs pass national park is a major national park in the centre of the south island of new zealand. Arthurs pass national park christchurch canterbury, new zealand. Botany of arthurs pass national park south island, new. Bibliography for arthurs pass national park book, 1980. Lyell peak is a very easy climb up the loose slopes from the west. This property is set a short distance from attractions such as devils punchbowl falls. Offering a garden and river view, the nook is located in arthurs pass, a 16minute walk from arthurs pass national park and 1. In backcountry areas, information from intention cards and hut book figures.
National park in arthurs pass, canterbury foursquare uses cookies to provide you with an optimal experience, to personalize ads that you may see, and to help advertisers measure the results of their ad campaigns. Before visiting its park, stop by arthurs pass national park visitor centre to learn more about the areas ecosystem, pick up maps of hiking trails, and ask about any safety concerns. Arthurs pass was first surveyed in 1864 by arthur dobson to establish which pass was most suitable to build a road to. There are plenty of motels, homestays, and cabins in the village, plus huts and campsites in the park. On the eastern side, youll see wide, shinglefilled riverbeds and vast swathes of beech forest. The 10 best things to do in arthurs pass national park.
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