The TranzAlpine passenger rail service passes through Arthur's Pass and the Otira Tunnel as part of its journey from Christchurch to Greymouth. The trip is considered one of the world's great train journeys due to its scenery and views. A power station was built below the Devil's Punchbowl Falls to provide electricity for the tunnel construction and for the village itself. In 1929 the Arthur's Pass National Park was established, New Zealand's third national park. The Geographic Board had a policy of omitting apostrophes in place names, and the name was officially changed to "Arthurs Pass". This caused an upset with the local population, and the Minister of Lands reinstated the old version with the apostrophe. On 16 September 1975 the New Zealand Post Office also adopted the spelling with the apostrophe. Arthur's Pass Village lies in a valley about 750 metres above sea level and is about 4 km south of Arthur's Pass (920 m). Arthur's Pass Village falls under the Köppen-Geiger climate classification of Cfb (Oceanic). Being situated at a relatively high altitude surrounded by peaks well over 1500 m, this contributes to chilly winter mornings, sometimes reaching below −10°C. This geographical position allows warmer air to pool in the valley during the summer. Summer days often reach a pleasant 20°C, reaching 25°C once every few years. On average, February is the warmest month with an average of 13.4°C, and July is the coldest with an average of 3°C. Snowfall is fairly common throughout winter, especially in the mountains above the village. The township has a DOC ranger station, which also accommodates a visitor information and an informative display room. Visitor accommodation is provided, from camp ground up to hotel standard. The township provides a general store, a petrol station, tea rooms and restaurants. There are also several good walks from here, including the Devil's Punchbowl Falls, Bealey Valley and Avalanche Peak. The mischievous kea (New Zealand mountain parrot) can be found here. The club skifield Temple Basin is nearby and is a popular attraction through winter. The town can be reached by The Tranz Alpine Express train on the famous Midland Line. State Highway 73 also passes through the town.