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Crown Range Road

📍 Crown Range Road, Queenstown, New Zealand
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Quick Facts

Location
New Zealand, Queenstown
Category
Viewpoint
Duration
Half day
Address
Crown Range Road, Queenstown, New Zealand
Coordinates
-44.9400, 168.9300

Introduction

Crown Range Road links Queenstown and Wanaka, peaking at about 1,076 m — New Zealand's highest sealed mountain pass. It hairpins upward with views over The Remarkables, Coronet Peak and the vast Southern Alps; from the summit lookout the golden grasslands of Cardrona Valley spread below — a classic route for photographers and drivers.

✨ Highlights

1
Highest pass
NZ's highest sealed road point at 1,076 m.
2
Alpine views
The Remarkables and the Alps.
3
Lookouts
The Cardrona Valley below.

🛈 Practical Info

→Location:Crown Range Road, Queenstown–Wanaka, New Zealand
→Time needed:About 1 hour end to end
→Ticket Information:Free

💡 Tips

• Winter ice/snow possible — carry chains.
• The summit is windy — dress warmly.
• Dusk gilds the valley below.

FAQ

How much is the admission for Crown Range Road?

Free

Any practical tips for visiting Crown Range Road?

Winter ice/snow possible — carry chains. The summit is windy — dress warmly.

How long should I spend at Crown Range Road?

A typical visit takes Half day.