# Cathedral Caves

> Two huge sea caves on Waipati Beach, reached by a track through private land and a walk along the sand.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzz-cathedral-caves/

Two huge sea caves on Waipati Beach, reached by a track through private land and a walk along the sand. They are accessible only around low tide, so check the posted tide times. Access can be restricted and a fee applies, so check before driving.

- **Nearest town:** Owaka, New Zealand
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -46.5958, 169.3250

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually February–April and November–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Featured in these trip guides

- [The Catlins coast from Balclutha to Invercargill](https://camping-spirit.com/guides/nzz-catlins-southern-scenic/)

## Nearby

- [McLean Falls](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzz-mclean-falls/) – 6 km
- [Purakaunui Falls](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzz-purakaunui-falls/) – 16 km
- [Curio Bay Petrified Forest](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzz-curio-bay-petrified-forest/) – 21 km
- [Slope Point](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzz-slope-point/) – 26 km

## FAQs

### Where is Cathedral Caves?

Cathedral Caves is in Owaka, New Zealand, at GPS -46.5958, 169.3250.

### Which road trips pass Cathedral Caves?

Cathedral Caves is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: The Catlins coast from Balclutha to Invercargill.

### What is there to see near Cathedral Caves?

Places worth a stop nearby: McLean Falls (6 km), Purakaunui Falls (16 km), Curio Bay Petrified Forest (21 km) and Slope Point (26 km).

### When is the best time to visit Cathedral Caves?

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