Ruahine Forest Park
| Ruahine Forest Park | |
|---|---|
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| Location | New Zealand |
| Coordinates | 40°00′41″S 176°02′30″E / 40.0113391°S 176.0415492°E / -40.0113391; 176.0415492 |
| Area | 95,268 hectares (235,410 acres) |
| Established | 1976 |
| Governing body | Department of Conservation |
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Ruahine Forest Park is a protected area in New Zealand's North Island, predominantly in Rangitikei District in Manawatū-Whanganui.[1]
The park is managed by the New Zealand Department of Conservation.[1]
Geography
The park covers 95,268 hectares (235,410 acres) in and around the Ruahine Ranges.[2][1]
History
The park was established in 1976.[2]
References
- ^ a b c "DOC Profile". doc.govt.nz. Department of Conservation.
- ^ a b Nathan, Simon. "National and conservation parks". Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand. Ministry for Culture and Heritage.
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