title: Ruahine Forest Park
text: # Ruahine Forest Park
  
  Ruahine Forest Park is a protected area in New Zealand's North Island, predominantly in Rangitikei District in Manawatū-Whanganui.
  
  The park is managed by the New Zealand Department of Conservation.
  
  ## Geography
  
  The park covers 95,268 hectares (235,410 acres) in and around the Ruahine Ranges.
  
  ## History
  
  The park was established in 1976.
  
  