Castlepoint is located on the east coast of the Wairarapa (North Island) about one hour's drive from Masterton. The Castlepoint Scenic Reserve is probably one of the most photogenic (and windiest) locations in the North Island. Aside from the spectacular views, you may also see the Castlepoint…
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Skip to main content Home »Castlepoint - Off the beaten track Castlepoint - Off the beaten track Visit Website Castlepoint is located on the east coast of the Wairarapa (North Island) about one hour's drive from Masterton. The Castlepoint Scenic Reserve is probably one of the most photogenic…
…to the newsletter editor. Off the Beaten Track to. Castlepoint This stunning location can be found one hour's drive from Masterton on the east coast of the Wairarapa, a region on the North Island famous for its wineries. Castlepoint is home to a lighthouse that sits upon Castle Rock overlooking…
Skip to main content Home »Off the Beaten Track »Castlepoint Off the Beaten Track to. CastlepointCastlepoint is located on the east coast of the Wairarapa (North Island) about one hour's drive from Masterton. It was named in 1770 by Captain Cook who noted the similarities of the rock to…
…town shows evidence of both early European settlement as well as Māori culture. Castlepoint Lighthouse Beach Walk, Castlepoint Wairarapa Photographer: Ian Trafford (www.iantraffordphotos.com) Castlepoint was named in 1770 by Captain Cook, who thought the rock formations in the area resembled…
…Nelson. Competition: October - November 2017 - Castlepoint Torus The lucky winner of the Castlepoint Torus Competition is: * Julie Frost from Kaitaia, New Zealand As the winner of this competition, Julie receives a return day trip for two with Castlepoint Tours in Wairarapa. Competition: September -…
…colony of fur seals in the North Island; and the majestic Putangirua Pinnacles. Castlepoint Scenic Reserve Wairarapa Photographer: Ian Trafford (www.iantraffordphotos.com) Castlepoint Beach Resort - Wairarapa Castlepoint and Riversdale - Beaches that are big on scenery. Cape Foulwind Seal Colony -…
…the southern coast, and the rugged landscape results in local variations in wind direction and strength. Wind records from Cape Palliser and Castlepoint show that Wellington's Wairarapa coast is among the windiest spots in New Zealand. During extreme weather conditions, winds of up to 200 km/h…