15
National Parks
Te Urewera National Park Taranaki (Egmont) National Park
Kahurangi National Park
Abel Tasman National Park
Nelson Lakes National Park
Paparoa National Park
Westland National Park
Tongariro National Park Whanganui National Park
Arthurs Pass National Park Mt Cook National Park
Mt Aspiring National Park
More interesting stuff: New Zealand lies precariously across two tectonic plates which is why we have plenty of natural hot springs, bubbling mud pits, hundreds of volcanoes and the odd eruption. Get up close to the action in Rotorua or Taupo.
No part of NZ is more than 128km from the coast which is why you can easily surf and snowboard all in one action pack day!
20%
of NZ is covered in national parks, forests and reserves with an extensive network of tracks and trails to explore.
Fiordland National Park
Rakiura National Park
National Parks, Tracks, Walks & Cycleways Our 14 national parks contain an incredible variety of unspoiled landscape and vegetation. The parks are administered and maintained by the ‘Department of Conservation’ (DOC). Remember to read their signs and respect their rules. They are designed to protect you and the native wildlife. The nine Great Walks of New Zealand are some of the best ways to explore the country’s stunning and diverse scenery, and Stray can drop you off in or near each of them. These premier multi-day tracks and trails are managed by the Department of Conservation, so you must make the proper arrangements through DOC’s website or at a DOC office. www.doc.govt.nz Why walk when you can ride? In 2009, New Zealand launched a national project to build a world class network of cycle trails. It continues to grow each year, with trails to suit all riding abilities and ranging from short half day rides to multi-day adventures. For more detailed information, check out the official website: www.nzcycletrail.com.