Kura Tawhiti/Castle Hill Conservation Area

Point of Interest

Contact

8639 West Coast Road, Castle Hill, South Island.

(03) 318 9211

arthurspassvc@doc.govt.nz

doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/canterbury/places/kura-tawhiti-conservation

Description

The grand limestone rock battlements of Kura Twhiti led early European travellers to name the area Castle Hill. Climbers, families, students, scientists and travellers have always been drawn to this spectacular place, to explore its natural, cultural, historic and recreation values. Wander through majestic limestone rock formations of special significance to Ngi Tahu. Dogs are not permitted in this reserve.

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Features

Location

Lat: -43.233455 Lng: 171.722139