Dogs allowed. Keep dog under control at all times. Other pets on conservation land rules. The Catlins River Walk is a well formed tramping track following the Catlins River between The Wisp and the ...

For over a century this historic high country hut was a seasonal home for musterers on Mt Pisa Station. DOC has carried out major restoration work to return the hut to its original form: a one roomed ...

DOC has intensified trapping at a wild takahē site in the Greenstone Valley near Queenstown after four recent takahē deaths pointed to stoat predation. Ngāi Tahu and DOC first released takahē on Ngāi ...

The track starts at the same entrance as the Rimu Walk. After crossing the Mangawhero River, the track leads into a forest of kāmahi, broadleaf and five finger, with giant rimu, mataī and kahikatea ...

Information released today by the DOC reveals more detail on several marine mammal species, helping to improve how they are managed in New Zealand. The number of marine mammal species in New Zealand ...

Avoid walking near the creek. The rocks are slippery and you could fall into the water. See advice about how to keep safe. No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules. From the Lake Marian car park ...

Experience the best of Arthur’s Pass's diverse alpine vegetation, waterfalls, wetlands, rich history and stunning mountain views on this walk. This walk provides the chance to walk from Arthur’s Pass ...

Mangapohue Natural Bridge is a highlight on the scenic drive from Waitomo Village to Marokopa. The track is pushchair-friendly and follows a boardwalk through an impressive limestone gorge that takes ...

In New Zealand trap use is regulated by the Animal Welfare Act 1999. An individual or group could be prosecuted for using trapping or killing methods that does not comply with the Act. Traps do not ...

Arthur’s Pass was established in 1929 and was New Zealand’s third national park and the first one in the South Island. Jacks Hut is, a rare surviving example of a roadman’s cottage. The passes through ...

Check gear lists for a range of activities. For backcountry camping as part of a tramping trip, use the overnight and multi-day tramp gear list. Toiletries, including insect repellent, sunscreen, and ...

Check gear lists for a range of activities. It’s not possible to dry clothes in huts. Cotton clothing such as jeans, T-shirts and sweatshirts are not suitable. It won’t keep you warm when it's wet.