What you will need: Some found materials like old concrete, stones, bricks, dead wood or corrugated metal (make sure you have permission to use them!) A native plant or two A quiet, dry area of your ...

Camp in the middle of a WWII defence battery site with great ocean views and a range of scenic walks. The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite. Campsite Pass bookings must be booked online ...

Walk through a fine example of the podocarp forest that once covered much of the central North Island. It's a suitable track for kids. The loop track takes around 2 hours and covers only a small part ...

Camp alongside the lake in a large and attractive campsite where trout fishing and water sports are popular. There is no road access to the campsite. Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire ...

This short walk passes through native bush to reach a stunning cove on Lake Wakatipu - it's a great option for kids. From the car park, the track descends through native bush with plenty of bird life ...

Adult (18+ years): $10 per night Youth (5–17 years): $5 per night Child/Infant (0–4 years): free Before you go, buy 1 Standard Hut Ticket (blue for adults, yellow for youth) for each night's stay. Put ...

Conservation campsites are places to relax, enjoy and explore the outdoors. Choose from more than 300 campsites in forest settings, lakeshores and sandy beaches.

Some species such as whitebait are migratory, moving between fresh and sea water environments to complete their lifecycles. Non-migratory species such as mudfish spend their entire life in freshwater.

Marine reserves are special places to be enjoyed by everyone. They offer the chance to see rare and abundant sea creatures and environments. Walking, sailing, kayaking, snorkelling and diving are just ...

In New Zealand, wallabies occupy private land as well as public conservation land. For private land, approach the landowner for permission to hunt. Find a DOC hunting block that has wallabies and ...

Map showing where hunting permits are valid in Central Otago and The Remarkables hunting area: ...

This route is best attempted from late spring to early autumn, because of frequent winter snowfalls and high avalanche danger on Cass Saddle. No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules. This trip ...