"Arthurs Pass" Arthur's Pass National Park by dragontml

Arthur's Pass National Park Travel Guide: 85 reviews and 287 photos

This park on the South Island has magnificent mountain scenery, which you can experience on several short walks or full-day hikes. But most people just pass through the park on their way between the two coasts. The views are impressive whether you're traveling by car on Highway 73 or on the Trans-Alpine Express train between Christchurch and Greymouth. Be aware that Arthur's Pass itself is sometimes closed to cars because of bad winter weather.

The visitors center at Arthur's Pass Village has a small museum, which offers weather and trail information. Among the shorter walks, both the Devil's Punchbowl Falls and Bridal Veil Tracks lead to spectacular waterfalls.

Pros and Cons

Cons:During the colder months, you'll probably have to take the train
In a nutshell:155 km northwest of Christchurch by road

Last visit to Arthur's Pass National Park: Dec 2001
Intro Updated Dec 23, 2003
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Reviews (3)

Bridal Veil Waterfall Things to Do (2)

Bridal Veil Tracks lead to spectacular waterfalls. This one we saw when walking back to Arthurs Pass town... Personally,... more travel advice

Devil's Punchbowl Falls Things to Do (2)

Quite a walk up to the falls but look at the picture... more travel advice

the train... - Arthur's Pass National Park

Tranz Scenic Transportation (1)

The ticket was not very cheap but since I had already a friend going and I joined her...managed to get the last few... more travel advice

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Comments (2)

CandS Dec 31, 2005 at 3:46 AM Report Abuse

Nice page! We were there the other day and really loved it...such a beautiful place...
pepples46 Mar 6, 2005 at 7:54 PM Report Abuse

all essential infos and lovely pix, tks for sharing Mei Leng