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Burkes Pass

Historic Settlement


How far to…

  • Christchurch:
    2 hours, 40 mins drive
  • Lake Tekapo:
    15 mins drive
  • Twizel:
    1 hour drive
  • Queenstown:
    3 hours, 20 mins drive
  • Aoraki/Mount Cook:
    1 hour, 20 mins drive
  • Fairlie:
    15 mins drive

The historic village of Burkes Pass is home to the fascinating Three Creeks Shop, a lovely heritage walk, and the charming St. Patricks Church.

Be sure to check out the artworks, crafts, giftware, collectables, wooden furniture, and more at Three Creeks. Stretch the legs on the easy heritage walk (pick up a pamphlet at St. Patricks Church), and step inside the historic church for photos and information about this pioneering settlement.

Three Creeks
St. Patricks Church
Three Creeks

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