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Smoky Cape Lighthouse

South West Rocks, New South Wales

Hilltop lighthouse above Hat Head National Park with wide ocean views and a good chance of whales.

Cost
Free
Time to allow
45 min

The road to the 1891 lighthouse runs up a headland near South West Rocks. You can walk to lookouts for views south to Hat Head, and the former keepers' cottages are available for overnight stays.

Best time
June to November for whales
Vehicles
Fine in any car

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