Rakiura National Park

Rakiura National Park
Interactive map of Rakiura National Park
LocationStewart Island / Rakiura, New Zealand
Nearest townOban
Coordinates46°54′S 168°7′E / 46.900°S 168.117°E / -46.900; 168.117
Area1,399.6 km2 (540.4 sq mi)
Established2002
Governing bodyDepartment of Conservation
Official website

Rakiura National Park is a nature reserve park located on Stewart Island / Rakiura, New Zealand. It is the newest national park of New Zealand and opened in 2002. The protected area covers about 85% of the island.

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