
Peep the guide to this spot ๐โฌ๏ธ Get your FREE waterfall map with all the insider tips + more at the link in my bio! ๐ Waterfall Wednesdays: New Zealand Edition ๐๏ธ Welcome to Waitetuna Falls, a secret swimming hole along the coast from Cape Palliser perfect for escaping the crowds. Hereโs your guide to exploring Waitetuna Falls: ๐ฅพ Trail: An easy 2-hour return walk along the flat coastline (starting at Cape Palliser Lighthouse) and following a stone wall by a stream into a canyon will bring you to this hidden spot. ๐ ฟ๏ธ Access/Parking: Free parking is available at the trailhead, at Cape Palliser Lighthouse. ๐ Difficulty: Easy. ๐คซ Secret: You can climb up the waterfall and see even more falls up the canyon, but be careful! ๐ง๐ฆ Family-friendly: Yes - the walk is flat and has multiple swimming holes of various depths. ๐ฆฎ Dog-Friendly: Yes! ๐ Shade: None ๐ฅ until you reach the canyon. ๐ฝ Facilities: Available at the trailhead. ๐๏ธ Leave no trace: Preserve this beautiful spot by taking your rubbish with you and staying on marked trails. ๐ Follow @naturewithliam for more hidden gems, trail tips, and outdoor inspiration! #connecttonature #waterfallwednesdays #nzplacestovisit #thingstodoinnz #bucketlisttravel
Attraction

Cape Palliser Lighthouse
Landmark
4.8
Cast-iron lighthouse built in 1897, reached by climbing 258 steps to a cliff, with seals nearby.