where is the pearse resurgence

The Pearse Resurgence is a famous underwater cave and river source located in the Pearse River valley near the base of Mt Arthur in the Tasman/Nelson region of New Zealand, within or on the edge of Kahurangi National Park.

Quick location facts

• Country: New Zealand.

• Region: Tasman / Nelson area, South Island.

• General area: Pearse Valley, near Mt Arthur and the wider Kahurangi National Park.

• Type of place: River resurgence (where an underground river emerges), and one of the world’s notable deep cave-diving sites.

Access overview

• Usual access is via Pearse Valley Road to a carpark near the Pearse River, then a tramping track up the valley with multiple river crossings to the grassy clearing by the resurgence.

• The track is described as a few hours return, requiring good river-crossing skills and preparation for very cold water.

In practical terms: if you’re looking for it on a map, search for “Pearse Resurgence” or “Pearse River Resurgence” near Mt Arthur in the Tasman region of New Zealand’s South Island.

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