Hanmer Forest Park, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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What to do in Hanmer Forest Park:

Wild Life: Blackbird, Karearea (New Zealand Falcon), Korimako (Bellbird), Piwakawaka (Fantail), Miro-miro (Tomtit), Riroriro (Grey Warbler), Titipounamu (Rifleman), Brown Creeper, Tui, Kereru, Chaffinch, Thrush, Greenfinch, Goldfinch, Hedge Sparrow
Adventure: Jet Boating, Rafting, Bungy Jumping, Mountain Biking, Horse Riding, Walking, Hunting

Where is Hanmer Forest Park:

Region: Situated along the Hanmer Range N and W of Hanmer Springs, Hanmer Basin
Location: Hurunui district, Canterbury region, New Zealand

When & how to get to Hanmer Forest Park:

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Getting There: From Christchurch, take state highway 1 north, then turn onto highway 7 at Waipara. The turn-off to Hanmer Springs (7A) is well-signposted. Hanmer Forest is easily accessible from the township at various points.
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Where to stay (Lodges / Guest Houses / Camps / Resorts / Hotels):

Accommodation: There are no DOC (Department of Conservation) campgrounds or huts in Hanmer Forest, but there is a large range of accommodation available in Hanmer Springs township.

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Climate & Weather conditions in Hanmer Forest Park:

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Altitude: 385 m

Other details about Hanmer Forest Park:

Established: 1978
Area: 168 sq km
Language: English and Maori