New Zealand Great Walks
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The New Zealand Great Walks are a set of popular tramping tracks developed and maintained by the Department of Conservation. They are New Zealand's premier tracks, through areas of some of the best scenery in the country, ranging from coastlines with beaches to dense rain forests and alpine terrain. The tracks are maintained to a high standard, making it easier for visitors to explore some of the most scenic parts of New Zealand's backcountry.
Sub-tropical vegetation along Heaphy River
Mountain pass on Milford Track
An alpine section of the Kepler Track after snowfall
Typical swing bridge on Waikaremoana Great Walk
Department of Conservation (New Zealand)
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The Department of Conservation is the public service department of New Zealand charged with the conservation of New Zealand's natural and historical heritage.
DOC signs of this format are commonly seen around New Zealand conservation areas.
DOC operates much of the backcountry tourist infrastructure of the country, such as this overnight hut on the Rakiura Track.