Arthur's Pass National Park

Arthur's Pass National Park
Edwards Valley, within Arthurs Pass National Park
Interactive Map of Arthur's Pass National Park
LocationCanterbury, New Zealand
Nearest cityChristchurch, New Zealand
Coordinates42°57′S 171°34′E / 42.950°S 171.567°E / -42.950; 171.567
Area1,184.7 km2 (457.4 sq mi)
Established1929
Governing bodyDepartment of Conservation

Arthur's Pass National Park is located in the South Island of New Zealand and covers 1,185 km2 of mostly mountainous terrain. Adjacent to it lies Craigieburn Forest Park. The park is administered by the Department of Conservation.

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