Scenic landscape view in Arthur's Pass in New Zealand

Arthur's Pass

New Zealand

Arthur's Pass

LocationNew Zealand
RegionCanterbury, West Coast
TypeNational Park
Coordinates-42.9470°, 171.5670°
Established1929
Area1144
Nearest CitySpringfield (40 mi)
Major CityChristchurch (95 mi)
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About Arthur's Pass

Arthur's Pass National Park straddles the Southern Alps, offering dramatic mountain landscapes and diverse vegetation zones. The park is known for its hiking trails, wildlife including the kea mountain parrot, and historic transportation route. It features numerous waterfalls and alpine flowers.