{"id":2958,"date":"2021-01-26T04:43:38","date_gmt":"2021-01-26T04:43:38","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2021-01-26T04:43:38","modified_gmt":"2021-01-26T04:43:38","slug":"nelson-lakes-national-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/holiday-ideas\/holiday-destinations\/lakes-mountains\/nelson-lakes-national-park","title":{"rendered":"Find adventure in Nelson Lakes National Park"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Filled with forested valleys, glacial lakes and the beauty of the Southern Alps, Nelson Lakes National Park is a stunning parkland that\u2019s a haven for outdoor adventure and exploration. Both\u00a0Lake Rotorua<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Lake Rotoiti<\/a>\u00a0are found within the park and offer everything from family lake tramping to water sports. You\u2019ll also find fun family-friendly attractions in the village of St Arnaud, a historic village that serves as a base camp to explore the park. Find out more about the activities and adventures you can have in Nelson Lakes National Park, and explore the options for accommodation for you and your family or friends.<\/p>\n\n\n

Activities<\/a>\u00a0in Nelson Lakes National Park<\/h2>\n\n\n

From wildlife sightings to skiing, snowboarding and wilderness hikes, Nelson Lakes National Park has a range of activities for a memorable trip. Take a look at some of the best activities in the park and plan your itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n

Skiing and snowboarding<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

Few places in the world offer skiing and snowboarding with views over turquoise lakes, dense forests and picturesque alpine valleys. Rainbow Ski Field, a ski resort in Nelson Lakes National Park, offers incredible skiing and snowboarding on a rugged mountain chain. You\u2019ll find options for all abilities and ages, as well as other winter activities like tobogganing and ice skating. In warmer months, the ski field is open for hiking and mountain biking.<\/p>\n\n\n

Hiking and mountain biking<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

You\u2019ll find extensive hiking and mountain biking trails in Nelson Lakes National Park that offer scenic beauty and natural landmarks. The park has several multi-day trails for long-distance hikers and bikers to travel through alpine landscapes and camp overnight under the stars. You\u2019ll find plenty of shorter hikes as well, including tramping around lakeside trails. If you want to experience the true wilderness in the park, venture into the backcountry to see the ethereal Blue Lake, or Lake Rotomairewhenua. If you want more adventurous mountain biking, head to the Teetotal Recreation Area to find challenging trails through matagouri scrub and grasslands with banked turns and steep descents.<\/p>\n\n\n

Family activities<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

One of the best things to do with the kids is tour the Tophouse Inn, a historic hub in St Arnaud that’s a resting spot for weary travellers. When you visit the inn, you can tour the rooms and hear incredible stories of love, heartbreak and betrayal that took place there. There\u2019s also a rumour about a friendly ghost who haunts the property. Nelson Lakes National Park also has easy lakeside tracks that are perfect for little legs and include all the beauty and wildlife of the more strenuous hiking areas. The Bellbird and Honeydew Walks are family favourites due to the abundance of wildlife you\u2019ll encounter along the way.<\/p>\n\n

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Accommodation<\/a>\u00a0in Nelson Lakes National Park<\/h2>\n\n\n

From massive lodges for multiple families to charming studio hotels, you\u2019ll find it all in Nelson Lakes National Park. Take a look at the options for accommodation in Nelson Lakes National Park to see what you can expect.<\/p>\n\n\n

Hotels<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

Hotels in Nelson Lakes National Park offer studio, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units for solo travellers, couples and families. You\u2019ll have all the space you need for the whole family with an en suite bathroom and practical amenities like a kitchen, entertainment systems and a garden area for the kids to play. You\u2019ll also find luxury hotels in the area that offer extravagant services such as on-site spas and pools, fitness centres and room service.<\/p>\n\n

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Family cottages<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

Nelson Lakes National Park has numerous historic family cottages that offer space, comfort and scenery for your trip. Cottages include multiple bedrooms, lounge areas, bathrooms, full kitchens with appliances and a garden and lawn area with a picnic table. Depending on the cottage you choose, you may also be treated to resort-like services and on-site amenities such as a community pool.<\/p>\n\n\n

Lodges<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

If you want a big space for a group or large family, lodges are a great option. You\u2019ll find lodges around Nelson Lakes National Park that offer large kitchens with appliances, dining rooms, multiple bathrooms and bedrooms, lounges and entertainment systems. When you have so much space, everyone can have their own room and find alone time to relax or read. Group lodges are the perfect choice for family reunions and other holidays with large groups.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Home to Lake Rotorua and Lake Rotoiti beneath the Southern Alps, Nelson Lakes National Park is a must-visit destination in New Zealand. The park is a popular location for water sports, hiking and mountain biking, as well as family-friendly tramps and wildlife sightings. 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