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Bluff Hill / Motupōhue

Bluff, New Zealand

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A forested hill above Bluff with a lookout over the harbour, Foveaux Strait and, on clear days, Stewart Island. A sealed road leads to the car park. Bluff oysters are a local speciality, with the dredging season generally running from autumn to winter.

Nearest town
Bluff, New Zealand
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
-46.6030, 168.3360

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

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)

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Where is Bluff Hill / Motupōhue?

Bluff Hill / Motupōhue is in Bluff, New Zealand, at GPS -46.6030, 168.3360.

Which road trips pass Bluff Hill / Motupōhue?

Bluff Hill / Motupōhue is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Bluff to Stewart Island / Rakiura and Ulva Island.

What is there to see near Bluff Hill / Motupōhue?

Places worth a stop nearby: Stirling Point, Bluff (3 km), E Hayes & Sons Hardware (21 km), Queens Park, Invercargill (22 km) and Rakiura Track, Horseshoe Bay (36 km).

When is the best time to visit Bluff Hill / Motupōhue?

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)

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