As the summer walking season gets underway, DOC is reminding walkers to ensure they look after themselves and the special ...

If you have to go, know where to go’ is the message to visitors to Matatā Campsite this summer, as stretched wastewater ...

A fire that burnt through more than 1,000 hectares of the internationally significant Whangamarino wetland is fully ...

A carved pou restored and returned to the Whanganui River Road last week has supported the revitalisation of toi whakairo ...

DOC has a simple message for locals and visitors to top West Coast tourist destination and Tohu Whenua site Denniston – ...

Juvenile toroa/northern royal albatross from Pukekura/Taiaroa Head have taken to the sky, marking the end of another ...

Springtime means longer days and warmer weather, making the long weekend a great opportunity to discover DOC campgrounds and ...

Conservation Minister Tama Potaka joined tangata whenua from Ngāi Tahu and local community members today to celebrate the opening of New Zealand’s eleventh Great Walk – the Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track.

From late October to April, experience 'the finest walk in the world' - along valleys carved by glaciers, through ancient rainforests and past cascading waterfalls. From May to late October, it can be ...

Every business can play a role in helping to restore our nature. Here are the ways your business can help. Helping nature doesn't have to take lots of time or resources. No matter how small or large, ...

A popular and spacious campsite in the Kauaeranga Valley, 6 km north of the visitor centre. The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite. Campsite Pass bookings must be booked online before ...

Check gear lists for a range of activities. It’s not possible to dry clothes in huts. Cotton clothing such as jeans, T-shirts and sweatshirts are not suitable. It won’t keep you warm when it's wet.