Nelson Lakes National Park Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
national park in New Zealand
About Nelson Lakes National Park
This is a pristine landscape of greywacke mountains fringed by the sweet smelling (quite literally - the native trees exude a sugary sap that acts as the primary food source for a long and esoteric food chain) native beech forest that surrounds the two largest lakes of Rotoiti and Rotoroa. There is a "mainland island" to the east of Lake Rotoiti where war has been declared on introduced pests such as feral cats, possums, stoats, etc in order to try and regenerate both the native plants and animal and bird life. The native eels and brown trout in the lakes are simply humungous! The park's visitor centre is inSt Arnaud.
Where to Stay in Nelson Lakes National Park
- 🏨Angelus Hut Campsite
- 🏨Nelson Lakes Motels
- 🏨Tophouse Historic Hotel
- 🏨Travers Sabine lodge
Nelson Lakes National Park Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including:
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