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Cape Palliser Lighthouse – Castlepoint Lighthouse from the north📷 Karora, Public domain
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Cape Palliser Lighthouse

Martinborough, New Zealand

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A red-and-white striped lighthouse at the southern tip of the North Island, reached by about 250 steps up a cliff. Fur seals often rest on the rocks near the car park. Keep a safe distance from the seals and stay away from the water's edge.

Nearest town
Martinborough, New Zealand
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
-41.6142, 175.2931
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Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Where is Cape Palliser Lighthouse?

Cape Palliser Lighthouse is in Martinborough, New Zealand, at GPS -41.6142, 175.2931.

Which road trips pass Cape Palliser Lighthouse?

Cape Palliser Lighthouse is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Wellington to Wairarapa wine country and Cape Palliser.

What is there to see near Cape Palliser Lighthouse?

Places worth a stop nearby: Putangirua Pinnacles Campsite (18 km), Putangirua Pinnacles (18 km), Lake Ferry Holiday Park (26 km) and Te Muna Road Wine Area (42 km).

When is the best time to visit Cape Palliser Lighthouse?

The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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