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Washington Valley

Nelson Region, New Zealand · Oceania

About Washington Valley

Washington Valley is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Enner Glynn, 43km from Takaka Hill Road.

Washington Valley is a town located in Nelson Region, New Zealand. With a population of 3,080, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Washington Valley sits in New Zealand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Pacific/Auckland time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Washington Valley to your route.

About Washington Valley

Washington Valley is a major inner suburb of Nelson, New Zealand. It lies to the west of Nelson city centre and south of Stepneyville and Beachville. The equivalent Statistics New Zealand statistical area of Washington covers a land area of 1.12 km2. The suburb has three local parks: Abraham Heights Reserve, Sequoia

Read more Reserve and Wolfe Reserve.

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Washington Valley offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Washington Valley located?

Washington Valley is located in Nelson Region, New Zealand, Oceania. The coordinates are -41.2715 latitude, 173.2704 longitude.

What is the population of Washington Valley?

Washington Valley has a population of approximately 3,080 people, making it a town in New Zealand.

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Quick Information

Population
3,080
Continent
Oceania
Country
New Zealand
Region
Nelson Region
Timezone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-41.2715, 173.2704

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in New Zealand

Police
111
Ambulance
111
Fire
111
Non-emergency police
105
Driving side
left

Many rural bridges are single-lane. Give way as signed.

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Worth the detour from Washington Valley

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

National Transport & Toy Museum

Eclectic collection of vintage vehicles and motoring memorabilia in New Zealand's sunny Nelson region.

3 km · about 5 min drive

famous road

Takaka Hill Road

New Zealand's most winding main highway climbs a marble mountain to reach Golden Bay on the South Island's northern tip.

43 km · about 50 min drive

national park

Abel Tasman National Park

Golden sand beaches, turquoise bays, and lush coastal forest on New Zealand's South Island.

48 km · about 55 min drive

coastal drive

Queen Charlotte Drive

Winding 35 km sealed road between Picton and Havelock hugging the Marlborough Sounds, with numerous bays and lookout pull-offs.

55 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Washington Valley

  • 43 kmTakaka Hill RoadNew Zealand's most winding main highway climbs a marble mountain to reach Golden Bay on the South Island's northern tip.
  • 55 kmQueen Charlotte DriveWinding 35 km sealed road between Picton and Havelock hugging the Marlborough Sounds, with numerous bays and lookout pull-offs.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Washington Valley.

Nelson

🇳🇿 New Zealand

1 km awayPop. 54,400

Nelson South

🇳🇿 New Zealand

2 km awayPop. 2,690

Moana

🇳🇿 New Zealand

2 km awayPop. 3,060

Bishopdale

🇳🇿 New Zealand

3 km awayPop. 2,630

Tahunanui

🇳🇿 New Zealand

3 km awayPop. 2,970

Enner Glynn

🇳🇿 New Zealand

4 km awayPop. 3,110

Atawhai

🇳🇿 New Zealand

6 km awayPop. 2,890

Monaco

🇳🇿 New Zealand

6 km awayPop. 2,460

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