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Kahurangi National Park Visitor Information Kahurangi National Park visitor information Introduction Wilderness, diversity and sanctuary—these are the Kahurangi is New Zealand’s thirteenth national images that best describe Kahurangi National Park. park. Its formation came after years of lobbying by Formed in 1996, it protects much of the north-western conservation groups, seeking an internationally corner of the South Island. Weaving through the recognised status for the area which would better park, is a network of tracks from the easy to the very protect its natural values. For 30 years, most of its challenging. The oldest and the most famous is the 452,002 hectares were part of a forest park, for a long Heaphy Track. A number of interesting short walks time administered by the New Zealand Forest Service. cater for the day-tripper. But with the (1987) formation of the Department of Conservation came the opportunity to reassess the area’s values. If any part of New Zealand ever perfectly History met the criteria for national park status, Kahurangi is it. The natural diversity of Kahurangi and its importance as a wilderness area are a result of its size and its diverse and ancient geology. Kahurangi is How to get there New Zealand’s second largest natural protected area; it Motueka, Murchison, Karamea has some of the country’s oldest rocks and landforms, and Takaka are the gateways to Nelson and spectacular areas of limestone and marble Kahurangi. Roads extend from sculptured into caves, arches and stunning outcrops by these towns to the park; some water. require a little care and may be Christchurch The variety of rock types, coupled with the range closed after snow or heavy rain. of altitudes and landforms (plateaux, valley floors, Public transport services operate between all these glaciated mountain-top and rocky coastline) provide a towns, and taxi services link them to the main diverse range of habitats for plants and animals. The track ends. Air services are also offered, which are park is far enough north, and at a low enough altitude, particularly convenient for those walking through the to have escaped the worst effects of recent ice ages. Heaphy or Wangapeka Tracks. Many alpine communities, overrun by ice further south, found refuge in Kahurangi. From there they recolonised the high mountains when the ice finally retreated, about Services for visitors 10,000 years ago. Visitor centres Kahurangi today has more than half of New Zealand’s 2400-odd native plant species and over 80% of all alpine There are visitor centres and/or DOC offices in the species. Its flora is the most diverse of any national park towns surrounding the park, some open seven days a and includes 67 plant species found nowhere else. week. Their addresses are listed on page 4. Such a large expanse of vegetation, relatively unaffected by weeds, pests, fire and timber milling, is Accommodation perfect habitat for wildlife too. A wide range of birds Within the park is an extensive network of huts and (18 native species) find a home in the park, including shelters. A Backcountry Hut Pass or Backcountry Hut the blue duck, falcon, rock wren and great-spotted kiwi. Ticket is required to stay in these huts. These should The park is also the main bastion of powelliphanta, a be purchased before your visit. The exception to this group of carnivorous native land snails that grow up to are the huts and campsites on the Heaphy Track Great 10cm in diameter. Walk where a hut or campsite booking is required. The Published by: Department of Conservation, Nelson/Marlborough Conservancy, Private Bag 5, Nelson 7042 | September 2011 huts on the Heaphy Track have gas cookers, except What to do Gouland Downs Hut and Brown Hut. Salisbury Lodge and Balloon Hut on the Tableland and Fenella Hut Karamea walks in the Cobb Valley have gas cookers. Elsewhere in Kahurangi you need to take your own cooker. The coastal section of the Heaphy Track makes a great one or two-day walk, as does the first section of the Other services Wangapeka Track. In the Oparara Basin are several walks exploring the forest and the awe-inspiring As well as the transport services, a number of other limestone arches. Closer to town are two forest walks: businesses operate within the park. Fishing, hunting one leading to a huge rimu tree and the other to some and walking guides are available as are multi-day rafting caves in Fenian Creek. trips down the Karamea River. At Karamea itself, tours of the unique and delicate Honeycomb Caves are offered. Matiri Valley A track in this valley leads initially 0 10 20 30 Fa up to Lake Matiri, one of many in the rewell S pit park formed when earthquake-caused kilometres Puponga slips dammed rivers. Beyond the lake Whanganui Inlet is the steep climb to the spectacular Tasman Sea Golden Bay Thousand and Hundred Acres Plateaux. Collingwood Lower Wangapeka Valley Kahurangi Point Separation Point A series of short walks from Courthouse Flat explores the old gold mining relics and beautiful streams. Longer trips to r e Takaka aphy Tr v He ack i climb Mt Owen and Mt Patriarch are R ver Ri e i H r ok also possible. The Wangapeka Track to ea e t ABEL TASMAN p r a h n o NATIONAL PARK y A historic Cecil Kings Hut makes a good R A i v e daytrip or overnight trip. r KAHURANGI C ob Wangapeka Track NATIONAL PARK b R Motueka iv e r This 59-kilometre tramping track takes r e r v e i iv R 4–6 days, crossing two passes and R a a r k a e exploring the earthquake-torn upper r tu a ck o p ra M O T Karamea Valley. There are six huts; ea a ram River e Karamea a am K ar moderate fitness is required. –K il e s e L r Leslie–Karamea Track Wang e ap iv To Nelson ek R a ka The Leslie–Karamea is a 3 to 4-day link pe Tapawera T ga rac an between the Mount Arthur area and the k W Wakefield Wangapeka Track. A semi-wilderness experience, it is strictly for the fit and To Westport experienced. Allow 6–9 days from road- r end to road-end. e iv R i r i t Mount Arthur and the Tableland a M Kawatiri To Blenheim There are several walking options in & Picton this area, starting at Flora Car Park. The To Westport walk to Mount Arthur Hut or the climb of Mount Arthur itself (1795m) make Buller River Murchison excellent day trips. A two-day circuit to NELSON LAKES To Christchurch NATIONAL PARK Salisbury Lodge on the Mount Arthur Tableland provides a good introduction to the park and to tramping. Kahurangi National Park visitor information | 2 www.doc.govt.nz Cobb Valley • Protect plants and animals The Cobb is the park’s most accessible glacial • Remove rubbish • Bury toilet waste landscape. Short and long walks explore the tussock- • Keep waterways clean carpeted valley floor, surrounding glacial lakes and • Take care with fires sub-alpine herbfields. A track from the access road • Camp carefully • Keep to the track leads to the charming and historic Asbestos Cottage • Consider others (3h return). • Respect our cultural heritage • Enjoy your visit • Toitū te whenua (leave the land undisturbed) North-west corner The Kaituna Track follows an old miners’ trail up a richly-forested valley. On the western coast, tracks lead to beautiful Kaihoka Lakes, Knuckle Hill with its views of Whanganui Inlet, and at Kahurangi Point the old Please remember lighthouse keeper’s house provides accommodation The weather is very changeable, particularly at after a walk (or rugged four-wheel drive) along the wild high altitudes. Heavy snowfalls occur frequently in coast. winter, and after heavy rainfall many rivers and streams become impassable on foot or by car. Heaphy Track Safety: Ensure you have adequate food, clothing This 4 to 6-day, 78.4-kilometre walking track is one and experience for your trip. Make sure someone of the Great Walks, renowned for its ever-changing knows what your plans are and please use the hut landscapes and views. There are seven huts and nine books. campsites along the way. A booking is required to stay in a hut or at a campsite. Remember your safety is your responsibility. To Hunting report any safety hazards in the outdoors call Red and fallow deer are the main animals hunted in DOC HOTline 0800 362 468. the park. A permit is required, you can get one from the DOC website or from a DOC office near the area you Domestic animals are not allowed in the national wish to hunt. park. Hunting dogs are allowed in some places under permit, but not overnight—please ask. Fishing Rubbish: Please take your rubbish away from the There is some good fishing to be had in the Wangapeka park when you leave. There are no rubbish and upper Karamea Rivers. A licence is required from facilities in the backcountry. Fish and Game New Zealand. Wasps are a known hazard and are particularly common from December until April. Carry Mountain biking trial antihistamine if you are allergic to their stings. Three tracks can be mountain biked in the park: Water: If you doubt the quality of your drinking • Heaphy Track from 1 May to 30 September. water, boil, filter or treat it. Please help keep park • The track from Flora Car Park in the Graham Valley waters clean. to Barron Flat at Upper Takaka.
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