Faster decisions, more jobs, and stronger protection for nature are at the centre of a landmark overhaul of New Zealand’s conservation system, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka says. The Government ...

The closure of Wairere Falls Track to address significant safety risks is also an opportunity for DOC to give the popular track a makeover. The track, a tourist hotspot near Matamata, has been closed ...

Mōrere Hot Springs is reawakened “Nga Hua o Mōrere” to recognise the joint leadership between Rongomaiwahine, Rakaipaaka and DOC. Nga Hua o Mōrere are a rare example of natural salt water hot springs.

Be awestruck, walk in gentle silence or ride through the mists of this primordial place. Feel the breath of life, the song of Tāne, transcend time, walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs, in the shadow of ...

There are 235 kākāpō alive today. All are wild and there is currently no place where the public can visit or view kākāpō in person.

If no availability shows online for your dates, the hut is fully booked. No spaces are kept for visitors arriving without a booking. Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 ...

Call our emergency hotline 0800 DOC HOT (0800 362 468) immediately if you see anyone catching, harming or killing native wildlife.

This standard camping site is just off the main road in the Arthur’s Pass village, almost directly opposite the visitor centre. Standard Bookings required 25 non-powered/tent sites During winter this ...

Milford Sound/Piopiotahi is in the northwest of Fiordland National Park. Milford Road from Te Anau to Milford Sound is one of New Zealand's most scenic drives.

Stroll among small lakes with lovely reflections of the Earl Mountains on this easy, short walk off Milford Road - it's great for children. Mirror Lakes offers a good place to stretch your legs during ...

This is an alpine serviced 20-bunk hut in the Wanaka/Makarora area. This hut is an NZ Alpine Club hut. This hut is owned and maintained by the New Zealand Alpine Club. It is available for the public ...

Freedom camping is defined by the Freedom Camping Act 2011 as camping in a location that is not a designated campground and is: within 200m of an area accessible by motor vehicle within 200m of the ...