No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail. Jetboat transport is required to access the beginning of the track. From the Mangapurua Landing on the Whanganui ...

After heavy rainfall over Easter weekend, a bridge on the Hooker Valley Track, one of New Zealand’s most popular tourist destinations, has been closed by the Department of Conservation. The second ...

DOC is asking locals and visitors naturing in the Bay of Islands/Te Pēwhairangi to be on the lookout for a rare Hector’s or Māui dolphin currently navigating local waters, and to report it if observed ...

DOC has intensified trapping at a wild takahē site in the Greenstone Valley near Queenstown after four recent takahē deaths pointed to stoat predation. Ngāi Tahu and DOC first released takahē on Ngāi ...

Touted as the longest in New Zealand, the new swing bridge being built in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park has been giving everyone a bit of a headache. Contractors refer to it as “the beast” for its ...

During winter this alpine area may be covered in snow, making access difficult. Fires are not allowed at any time. See fire rules on conservation land. Dogs on a leash only. Other pets on conservation ...

This walk climbs steadily through beech forest to a height of over 1650 metres. Above the bushline (at 1400 metres) after a 2 hour climb, there are spectacular views from Parachute Rocks, which gained ...

Base yourself at the campsite and enjoy water activities, or follow the beach to a striking lighthouse. Turn off SH1 onto Marfells Beach Rd, 36 km from south of Blenheim. The beach is a further 8 km ...

This route is best attempted from late spring to early autumn, because of frequent winter snowfalls and high avalanche danger on Cass Saddle. No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules. This trip ...

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This is a basic six-bunk hut in the North Canterbury and Arthur's Pass area. The hut has local historic significance for its role in high country sheep farming. Bealey Spur Hut is a beech ...

The Aotea Track offers a range of spectacular landscapes, superb views and rich history. Travel over streams that show off a constant spectacle of beautiful native bush; tranquil wetlands; and the ...