Southern Alps, Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park

Name: Southern Alps
Address: Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, New Zealand

#4 among attractions in Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park

Natural attraction, Top attraction, Protected area

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Southern Alps, Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park

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The Southern Alps are a mountain range extending along much of the length of New Zealand's South Island, reaching its greatest elevations near the range's western side. The name "Southern Alps" generally refers to the entire range, although separate names are given to many of the smaller ranges that form part of it. ()

Alternative names: Maximum elevation: 12218 ftElevation: 12218 ftCoordinates: 43°35'45"S, 170°8'28"E

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Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park New Zealand

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Southern Alps – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Aoraki / Mount Cook, Mount Vancouver, Mount Hicks, Mount Dampier.

~360 ftNE
Towering mountain with trekking routes
Aoraki / Mount Cook, Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park
2 min walk • Aoraki / Mount Cook is the highest mountain in New Zealand. Its height, as of 2014, is listed as 3,724 metres. It sits in the Southern Alps, the mountain range that runs the length of the South Island.
0.7 miN
Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Vancouver, Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park
19 min walk • Mount Vancouver is a peak in the Southern Alps. At 3,309 metres it is New Zealand's fourth highest named summit. It is an elevation on the ridge leading north from Aoraki / Mount Cook, between Mount Dampier and the Clarke Saddle.
0.8 miNW
Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Hicks, Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park
21 min walk • Mount Hicks is a mountain in the Southern Alps in Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park on the South Island of New Zealand. The mountain is 3,216 metres high. It is above the Hooker Glacier, in the vicinity of Aoraki / Mount Cook. The mountain was first ascended in 1906. The starting point for ascents is the Empress hut.
0.9 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Dampier, Westland National Park
25 min walk • Mount Dampier is New Zealand's third highest mountain, rising to 3,440 metres. It is located in the Southern Alps, between Mount Hicks and Aoraki / Mount Cook. It is often traversed by climbers en route to the North ridge of Mount Cook. Its Māori name literally means 'long sky'.

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Which popular attractions are close to Southern Alps?

Nearby attractions include Aoraki / Mount Cook, Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park (2 min walk), Mount Vancouver, Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park (19 min walk), Mount Hicks, Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park (21 min walk).

Southern Alps, Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park

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Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park plan & book

Southern Alps – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Aoraki / Mount Cook, Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park

Mount Vancouver, Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park

Mount Hicks, Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park

Mount Dampier, Westland National Park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Southern Alps?