Trig station on Mt Richmond, Mt Richmond Forest Park
Mount Richmond Forest Park comprises most of the steep native forest-covered mountain country between Nelson and Blenheim as well as areas of commercially forested pine plantations on public land.
The park was gazetted on 4 March 1977. It has an area of 165,946 ha and is the second largest forest park in New Zealand. It is named after Mount Richmond (1760 metres), one of the highest peaks in the park. The park forms a backdrop to Nelson City, the Waimea Plains, and surrounding country. In Marlborough, the mountains are a dominant feature of the Wairau and Pelorus Valleys.
The Richmond Range is the backbone of the park and the Pelorus, Waimea and Motueka Rivers run through the western section. Learn more about the parks's natural and historic features.
Over 430 km of walking tracks cover the park. Kayaking, fishing and mountain biking are other suggested activities.
DOC looks after a range of backcountry huts in the park. View the list.
Find out how you get to Mt Richmond Forest Park and what you need to know to have a safe and enjoyable visit.
The Northbank of the Wairau River provides access to Mount Richmond Forest Park in the South Marlborough area.
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