Arrowsmith Range
The Arrowsmith Range is a mountain range in the South Island of New Zealand. The range runs from southwest to northeast, parallel to the main ranges of the Southern Alps / Kā Tiritiri o te Moana. At the northeastern end, the range terminates at Jagged Peak (2,706 metres (8,878 ft)), whence a ridge connects to the Jollie Range. The lower Potts Range is a continuation at the southwestern end of the range. The highest point on the range is Mount Arrowsmith (2,781 metres (9,124 ft)).
| Arrowsmith Range | |
|---|---|
| Highest point | |
| Peak | Mount Arrowsmith |
| Elevation | 2,781 m (9,124 ft) |
| Coordinates | 43°21′25.5″S 170°58′38″E |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 10 km (6.2 mi) |
| Geography | |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Canterbury region |
| District | Ashburton District |
It is believed that the range was named in honour of John Arrowsmith, the 19th century British cartographer.
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