Arthur's Pass National Park, A paradise for hikers with breathtaking alpine scenery

Arthur's Pass 7875, New Zealand
The scenery is very beautiful
4.3

Introduction

Arthur's Pass is located in the central Southern Alps of New Zealand's South Island, with an altitude of 923 meters, making it the highest mountain pass in the entire region. The village of Arthur's Pass is also located here, making it the highest town in the South Island. It is located 100 kilometers from Greymouth and takes about an hour to drive, making it one of the main entrances to the national park. The peaks here are high and towering, with over 20 peaks reaching over 2,000m, providing rich experiences in skiing and hiking. In addition, the TranzAlpine train route from Christchurch to Greymouth must pass through Arthur's Pass, making transportation convenient and accommodations abundant.

Must-go rating

Must go
37%
Worth going
38%
Generally
25%

Transportation

87%
Self-driving
There is a parking lot
Free parking
13%
Group travel
Address
Arthur's Pass 7875, New Zealand
Transportation
Take the TranzAlpine train route and get off at Arthur's Pass Village, or drive south along SH6 for about 17 kilometers and then east along SH73 for about 78 kilometers to get there.