Day Walks of Nelson

Download or read book Day Walks of Nelson written by Ian Trafford and published by Raupo. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Within the bounds of Nelson there are three national parks, mountain ranges, bush-wreathed hills, golden beaches, rugged rivers and alluvial plains, and every year thousands of people travel to Nelson just to stretch their legs on the walking tracks found there. Many know the area as home to several superb day walks and beaches - once here visitors discover other gems. Day Walks of Nelson details over 80 walking tracks of the region including those in the Abel Tasman, Nelson Lakes and Kahurangi national parks as well as short walks close to Nelson City and Richmond, Motueka, Takaka, Collingwood, Farewell Spit, Tapawera, Courthouse Flat, Murchison, Totaranui, Cobb Valley and Lake Rotoiti. Each walk is given a track grade, approximate travel time, easy access details and points of interest to highlight the most memorable features. Illustrated with maps, information about the landscape and geology and plenty of photographs, this handy guide is the essential companion for anyone adventuring outdoors in Nelson.