Whanganui National Park, Wanganui Region, New Zealand

The Whanganui National Park is a national park located in the North Island of New Zealand. Established in 1986, it covers an area of 742 km² bordering the Whanganui River. It incorporates areas of Crown land, former state forest and a number of former reserves. The river itself is not part of the park.

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What to do in Whanganui National Park:

Wild Life: Crayfish, Kereru (Native Pigeon), Piwakawaka (Fantail), Tui, Toutouwai (Robin), Riroriro (Grey Warbler), Miromiro (Tomtit), Brown Kiwis, Whitehead, Kingfisher, Silvereye, Short-jawed Kokopu, Giant Kokopu
Adventure: Trout Fishing, Canoeing / Kayaking, Jet Boating, Mountain Biking, Hunting, Scenic Rail, Sightseeing, Tramping, Camping, Scenic Flights, Quad Biking, Trail-biking

Where is Whanganui National Park:

Region: The Park is located in the central North Island.
Location: Whanganui district, Wanganui region, New Zealand

When & how to get to Whanganui National Park:

Best Time to Visit: 01-Dec to 28-Feb
Getting There: The Park is located in the central North Island with the township of Taumarunui to the north and Wanganui to the south. The small towns of Pipiriki, Ohinepane, and Whakahoro are main gateways to the river itself. Roads lead into the park from all directions. Some give access to main track systems, others directly to the river. There are regular bus services to Taumarunui and Wanganui. A number of companies run on demand shuttles to the start of tracks and organise car shuttles for people canoeing the river.
Nearest Town: Wanganui
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Where to stay (Lodges / Guest Houses / Camps / Resorts/Hotels):

Accommodation: In the park: The Department of Conservation provides three ‘Great Walk’ hikers’ huts and a large number of campsites along the path of the Whanganui Journey. Bookings are not required for the huts on the Whanganui Journey Great Walk. There are ‘Serviced’ category huts along the Matemateonga Track. Around the park: Various types of overnight accommodation can be found in Taumarunui, which is close to the northern boundary of the park. The city of Wanganui provides a wide choice of accommodation at the southern end. There are a few bed and breakfast establishments between Wanganui and Pipiriki.

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Climate & Weather conditions in Whanganui National Park:

Temp: c to 21 c
Rainfall: 1200 cm
Altitude: 600 m

Other details about Whanganui National Park:

Established: 1986
Area: 742 sq km
Language: English and Maori