Its high mountains with large scree slopes, steep gorges and wide braided rivers straddle the main divide, and are the ‘back bone’ of the South Island. This walk takes you past diverse alpine vegetation, waterfalls, wetlands and rich history, all … The walk consists of a series of panels with photographs of the area in earlier times and some information about the locations significance. "The trail to the waterfall is a well-maintained walking path, but is mostly stairs through a lush alpine forest; so it's a cardio/leg challenge for sure!" Visit top-rated & must-see attractions. We have reviews of the best places to see in Arthur's Pass National Park. "The falls themselves are the most spectacular we have seen (including Niagara + Milford Sound) the rapids descending into the Punchbowl are wild, crystal turquoise, sparkling wonders of nature." Book your tickets online for Arthur's Pass Walking Track, Arthur's Pass National Park: See 97 reviews, articles, and 152 photos of Arthur's Pass Walking Track, ranked No.4 on Tripadvisor among 12 attractions in Arthur's Pass National Park. Arthur’s Pass village is one of the highest settlements in the country.

At each site photographs show you how the village used to look in the early 1900’s. Key Tips. Key Tips Before you embark on a walk, let someone responsible know where you are going, and when you intend to return.

This tour features the scenic TranzAlpine train and a guided tour of Arthur’s Pass National Park.
Start at the Punchbowl, Bealey Chasm (Jacks Hut) or Temple Basin car parks to walk all or part of the track and return the same way. A Ticket of Leave pass will give you free re-entry to Port Arthur as well as the Cascades Female Factory Historic Site in South Hobart and Coal Mines Historic Site in Saltwater River. The short Millennium Walk starts behind the visitor centre and visits a waterfall. Arthur’s Pass National Park is in the heart of the Southern Alps/Kā Tiritiri o te Moana. The track gradient is generally gentle, with some steep steps either side of Bridal Veil Creek. Arthur's Pass, previously called Camping Flat then Bealey Flats, and for some time officially Arthurs Pass, is a township in the Southern Alps of the South Island of New Zealand, located in the Selwyn district. The Arthur's Pass Walking Track and the Punchbowl Falls Tracks both set off from here. It is a popular base for exploring Arthur's Pass National Park.. Arthur's Pass township is about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) south of the mountain pass with the same name. Arthur’s Pass National Park Visitor Centre SH73, Arthur’s Pass Phone 03 318 9211 8 am – 5 pm (summer), 8.30 am – 4.30 pm (winter) arthurspassvc@doc.govt.nz www.doc.govt.nz Cover: Summit ridge – Avalanche Peak. However, this is a great option to see what Arthur’s pass has to offer. Enjoy a view of the Dobson Memorial at Arthur’s Pass summit. This might sound as the obvious choice, and maybe it is. 1879: Jacks Hut was built near Rough Creek, Arthur's Pass, as a roadman's hut.

Arthur’s Pass village is one of the highest settlements in the country. If you need to stretch your legs, walk the one-hour return journey to the Devil's Punchbowl Falls. The Arthur's Pass Historic Walk is a 1.5 hour journey around the village, it starts at Glasgow Bridge behind the Chapel of the Snows and takes in many of the notable landmarks in this historic settlement.
FEATURES: Historic sites about Arthur's Pass Village ROUTE GUIDE: Arthur's Pass Historic Walk Brochure (PDF 428KB) LOCATION: Takes you around the Arthur's Pass Village.