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| Lying south of the glaciers, this picturesque region has been deemed a World Heritage Area. The large areas of rainforest and wetlands, as well as sweeping beaches and scenic lakes and rivers all contribute to the splendour of the area, which is also rich in wildlife, especially penguin and fur seal colonies. |
The area offers excellent hiking trails over a range of terrain and these are amongst the quietest in the country. One of the better know is the Hapuka Estuary walk at Haast Beach near to the historic settlement of Jackson's Bay. This is a tiny fishing hamlet and one of the most remote towns in New Zealand. Panoramic views from Knight's Point typify the wild and rugged coastline.
Haast Pass leads inland, linking the remote West Coast to the Southern Lakes. There are many waterfalls just off the road, including Fantail and Thunder Creek falls.
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