Mt. Aspiring National Park
Wanaka, New Zealand
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Is Mount Aspiring worth visiting?
Mount Aspiring National Park is a hiker's paradise and a must for mountaineers. The park spans a large area, from the Haast River in the north to the Humbolt Mountains in the south. Large valleys, carved out by ancient glaciers, dissect high mountain ranges - the views are endless and unforgettable.
Is Mount Aspiring hard to climb?
The Mt Aspiring climb & guided ascent by the North West ridge can be attempted by climbers with basic mountaineering experience. The classic climb of the SW of Mt Aspiring ridge is steeper and more challenging and is suitable for more experienced climbers.
How far is Mt Aspiring from Wanaka?
Yes, the driving distance between Wānaka to Mount Aspiring National Park is 71 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Wānaka to Mount Aspiring National Park.
Is Mount Aspiring National Park free?
The largest heritage area covers a 450 km tract of the South Island's southwest coast, encompassing Westland Tai Poutini, Aoraki/Mount Cook, Mount Aspiring and Fiordland national parks. Entry to our parks is free and open to visitors year-round.