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It was established in 1987 and encompasses 306 km2. The park ranges from on or near the coastline to the peak of the Paparoa Ranges. A separate section of the park lies to the north and is centered at Ananui Creek. The park protects a limestone karst area. The park contains several caves, of which Metro Cave / Te Ananui Cave is a commercial tourist attraction. The majority of the park is forested with a wide variety of vegetation. The park was the site of the 1995 Cave Creek disaster where fourteen people died as a result of the collapse of a scenic viewing platform.
The small settlement of Punakaiki, adjacent to the Pancake Rocks tourist attraction, lies on the edge of the park. The park is also located near the towns of Westport, Greymouth and Barrytown.
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What to do in Paparoa National Park:
Wild Life: Tui, Bellbird, Kaka, New Zealand Pigeon, Parakeet, Great Spotted Kiwi and Black Westland Petrel
Adventure: Canoeing, Caving, Surfing, Tramping, Horse Riding, Rock Climbing, Walking, Bird Watching
Where is Paparoa National Park:
Region: Located in the northern part of the South Island’s West Coast.
Location: Buller district, West Coast region, New Zealand
When & how to get to Paparoa National Park:
Best Time to Visit: 01-Dec to 31-Mar
Getting There: The Park is located alongside the very scenic State Highway 6, between the towns of Westport, 55 km to the north of Punakaiki, and Greymouth 43 km to the south. Intercity buses have a regular service to the area.
Nearest Town: Greymouth
Nearest Airport: Westport
Nearest Railway Station: Greymouth
Where to stay (Lodges / Guest Houses / Camps / Resorts / Hotels):
Accommodation: The visitor centre is open 364 days of the year with displays and information about the park; there are also cafes and a craft shop there. In Punakaiki village nearby, there is a fully serviced campground and backpacker accommodation. The nearest towns are Westport 55 km to the north of Punakaiki, and Greymouth 43 km to the south; both have a full range of accommodation and services. There are no DOC-managed huts in the park. Ballroom Overhang campsite is located on the Inland Park Track.
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Climate & Weather conditions in Paparoa National Park:
Temp: 5 c to 25 c
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Altitude: m
Other details about Paparoa National Park:
Established: 1987
Area: 306 sq km
Language: English and Maori
