WalkHidden gem
Paritutu Rock
New Plymouth, Taranaki
Short, steep scramble up a sea stack for views over the port, the Sugar Loaf Islands and the mountain.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 45 min
A rocky outcrop above the port with a steep track and chains in places. It takes roughly 15 to 20 minutes up if you are reasonably fit, and the top gives views of the coast and Taranaki. Not one for small kids or wet weather.
Good to know
- Wear shoes with grip, the rock is slippery when wet
- Skip it in strong wind
- Sunset from the top is the draw
- Best time
- Late afternoon for sunset
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Small car park at the base on Centennial Drive
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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