Sweeping beaches, rocky headlands and stunning scenery are the rewards for the fit and well-equipped. Rakeahua Valley and Doughboy Bay can be added to the North West Circuit. Alternatively the ...

Dogs with a DOC permit for recreational hunting or management purposes only. Other pets on conservation land rules. Discover the Outdoors interactive map The track turns uphill and climbs steeply ...

Located in Arthur's Pass National Park in the Canterbury region This is a basic two-bunk hut in the North Canterbury and Arthur's Pass area. This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You ...

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 ...

Angelus Hut at 1,650 metres, sits on the shores of Lake Angelus surrounded by spectacular mountain views. From May to October in most years, the lake is frozen, snow blankets all four routes, and you ...

The reserve was established in 1985 from Mount Aurum Station and annually attracts tens of thousands of visitors wanting to explore the 9,100 ha reserve, despite the challenges of getting there. The ...

Read policy about the extent and characteristics of the coastal environment, from the NZ Coastal Policy Statement 2010 publication. Recognise that the extent and characteristics of the coastal ...

Luxuriant coastal forest, limestone cliffs and canyons, caves and underground streams, and an absolutely spectacular coastline, are all packed into one national park. The bizarre ‘pancake-stack’ ...

Conservation campsites are places to relax, enjoy and explore the outdoors. Choose from more than 300 campsites in forest settings, lakeshores and sandy beaches.

This short walk passes through native bush to reach a stunning cove on Lake Wakatipu - it's a great option for kids. From the car park, the track descends through native bush with plenty of bird life ...

A tramping track leaves from the Fantail Bay campsite and leads to the bushline where you’ll find outstanding views. A tramping track leaves from the campground and leads to the bushline, and ...

We’re sequencing the genomes of all living kākāpō to assist conservation. Apply to use the data in your own research. Kākāpō125+ aims to sequence the genomes of all living kākāpō plus some important ...