The perfect week in Arthur’s Pass National Park

August 2016

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August 2016

It’s scenes like this that make Devils Punchbowl Falls a popular destination. Photo: Pat Barrett
Alpine flowers, secret waterfalls and family-friendly huts are among the must-dos for Arthur’s Pass With easy access to peaks and roadside tracks, Arthur’s Pass National Park is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts. The park’s diversity is its overriding attraction. With striking transformations from one environment to the next over short distances, there is a plethora […]
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