Upper Ahuriri River
The Ahuriri Conservation Park has over 49,000 hectares of rugged mountain country, valuable and vulnerable wetlands, tussock lands and beech / tawhai forest.
Report illegal vehicle activity within this conservation park to 0800 4258 8427
Learn about wildlife that makes its home in Ahuriri Conservation Park.
Outdoor pursuits in the park include mountain biking, horse riding, fishing, hunting, climbing and walking and tramping.
Find out about DOC huts and informal camping areas in Ahuriri Conservation Park.
Find out how to get to Ahuriri Conservation Park and the safety rules you need to follow to keep yourself and the environment safe.
Ahuriri Conservation Park contains over 49,000 hectares of rugged mountain country, wetlands, tussocklands and beech/tawhai forest between Lakes Ohau and Hawea in the South Island.
Hideaway Hut, tucked away in Ahuriri Conservation Park, has preserved our farming history in an interesting fashion.
Find businesses that are DOC-approved to provide activities and services in Ahuriri Conservation Park.
Ahuriri Conservation Park brochure and map (PDF, 536K)
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New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres
South Island high country conservation
Follow the Outdoor Safety Code: 1. Plan your trip 2. Tell someone 3. Be aware of the weather 4. Know your limits 5. Take sufficient supplies
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