Viewpoint
Takaka Hill Hawkes Lookout
Takaka Hill, Tasman
Roadside lookout at the top of the Takaka Hill with views to Tasman Bay and out to the ranges.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 15 min
A short pull-off near the summit of the Takaka Hill road gives big views across the marble and karst landscape. Sunset or clear mornings are best. Pair it with Ngārua Caves and the Hawkes Lookout café stop on the same stretch.
Good to know
- Pause for photos in the evening
- The road is steep and winding, take your time
- Best time
- Sunset
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Roadside lookout on the state highway. Fine for campervans.
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs welcome
Facilities
- Rubbish bins
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