Lodestone hiker Kahurangi by Aimee Jules

Multi-day hikes

Kahurangi National Park

Experience Nelson Tasman’s best multi-day hiking trails

Home to three extraordinary national parks, forest parks, and reserves, Nelson Tasman is a destination for avid hikers and lovers of the outdoors.

Must-do multi-day hikes in Nelson Tasman

From the rugged backcountry of the Kahurangi National Park, to the glacial lakes and alpine valleys of Nelson Lakes National Park, right through to the coastal beauty of the Abel Tasman National Park, you'll never be short of options to hike amongst our spectacular surroundings.

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Te Araroa Trail

The Te Araroa Trail, a 3000 km journey from Cape Reinga to Bluff, offers an incredible adventure through New Zealand's diverse landscapes.

Tuao Wharepapa (Mt Arthur) Summit Route

At a height of 1795m, Tuao Wharepapa (Mt Arthur) is the highest peak in the Wharepapa Range of the Kahurangi National Park.

Mount Owen

At 1875m, Mount Owen is the highest peak and one of the most remote locations in the Kahurangi National Park.

The Old Ghost Road Great Ride

Experience the rural charm, gold mining heritage, and stunning natural landscapes of the Old Ghost Road, an 85km trail that stretches over mountains and valleys and through rushing rivers.

Mount Olympus

Another of the famous locations of Lord of the Rings films is Mount Olympus in the Kahurangi National Park.

Mount Richmond Forest Park

The park stretches across several regions, covering most of the steep, forested mountains between Nelson and Blenheim. It also has some areas with commercial pine plantations on public land.