Nelson Lakes National Park, National park in Tasman District, New Zealand
Nelson Lakes National Park extends across 1,020 square kilometers, featuring two main glacial lakes, Rotoiti and Rotoroa, surrounded by mountain ranges.
The national park, established in 1956, preserves geological formations shaped by glacial activity during the last ice age period.
The lakes and surrounding lands hold deep connections to Māori communities who maintained traditional practices and settlements in this region.
Visitors can access multiple hiking trails, camping areas, and information centers through State Highway 63, with Saint Arnaud serving as the main entrance point.
The park contains the northernmost section of the Southern Alps, where native birds like kea and tui inhabit forests at elevations reaching 761 meters.
Location: Tasman District
Location: Marlborough District
Inception: 1956
Elevation above the sea: 761 m
Part of: Nelson Bays
GPS coordinates: -42.04200,172.60800
Latest update: May 22, 2025 02:41
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