Arthur's Pass National Park

Arthur's Pass National Park is located in the South Island of New Zealand and covers 1,185 km2 of mostly mountainous terrain. Adjacent to it lies Craigieburn Forest Park. The park is administered by the Department of Conservation.

This article is about the National Park in New Zealand. For the township, see Arthur's Pass. For the mountain pass, see Arthur's Pass (mountain pass).

Arthur's Pass National Park
IUCN category II (national park)
Edwards Valley, within Arthurs Pass National Park
Map of New Zealand
LocationCanterbury, New Zealand
Nearest cityChristchurch, New Zealand
Coordinates42°57′S 171°34′E
Area1,184.7 km2 (457.4 sq mi)
Established1929
Governing bodyDepartment of Conservation
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