Stirling Point
Stirling Point
4.5
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chimayred
Durham, NH2,578 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
Nice spot. There’s a parking lot that leads directly to the walking path (no bikes), and a restaurant and of course the famous sign. Technically i don’t think this is really the southernmost point on the southern island, let alone Stewart island. But who care. Worth the drive. Lovely spot, but don’t even think about NOT taking a bit of the walking path. After 20 minutes you’ll have impressive views of Stewart Island.
Written 25 January 2020
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Duncan W
Wellington, New Zealand352 contributions
Oct 2021
We didn't realise there was this much to see. First time to Bluff and the bottom of the North Island, and we didn't know it was so interesting. Car parking a little tricky (and this is off-season - goodness knows what happens in the peak of summer). Nice walk to the lighthouse, with good views and birds and dolphins around the coastline. Take lunch or a snack and spend some time in the area.
Written 30 October 2021
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deedeehammy
Christchurch, New Zealand94 contributions
June 2020
another amazing piece of scenery in New Zealand. I would like to have more time there. I will be coming back
Written 3 June 2020
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Bill P
101 contributions
Mar 2019 • Solo
Located at the end of SH1 the views are very enjoyable. There is a signpost that is popular for photos. A track continues on for the more adventurous
Written 29 March 2019
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Michael-4551
Caloundra, Australia5,528 contributions
May 2018 • Friends
Visited on Wednesday 2nd May. It is well worth stopping to have a look and get your photo taken here at the bottom of the South Island, New Zealand's answer to Land's End.
Written 17 July 2018
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Stefanie C
Singapore, Singapore28 contributions
Dec 2017 • Family
Came here around 9pm in time for some natural lighting before the sun sets (was pretty cloudy but the view is great).
Written 18 December 2017
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Chesndave
New Zealand35 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
The previous reviewer said that there was not much to see. They must have had their eyes closed like most people we saw there.
We visited for the first time last week on an average day. There were lots of people, but all that they seemed to do was to photograph the famous sign.
20m from the sign is a great walk round thr headland through a predator controlled area. We saw tui and kereru and heard lots of other native land and sea birds and met some very friendly locals.
Was a well formed path suitable for disabled. Take some time to walk it after the photo!
We visited for the first time last week on an average day. There were lots of people, but all that they seemed to do was to photograph the famous sign.
20m from the sign is a great walk round thr headland through a predator controlled area. We saw tui and kereru and heard lots of other native land and sea birds and met some very friendly locals.
Was a well formed path suitable for disabled. Take some time to walk it after the photo!
Written 7 February 2017
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TheShis
Tel Aviv, Israel43,246 contributions
Apr 2015 • Couples
This is the most dramatic beginning/end of a road - any road - I've ever seen.
A yellowish signpost features numerous distances from other places on the globe, thus letting you know just how close you are to the south pole, for example.
There's a short walking path down towards the beach and a lovely viewpoint near the signpost.
Don't miss the thousands of birds who come to feed of the rich sea water. They fly around in packed groups and then dive quickly into the water. Amazing!
A yellowish signpost features numerous distances from other places on the globe, thus letting you know just how close you are to the south pole, for example.
There's a short walking path down towards the beach and a lovely viewpoint near the signpost.
Don't miss the thousands of birds who come to feed of the rich sea water. They fly around in packed groups and then dive quickly into the water. Amazing!
Written 31 July 2015
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Bigcookiebear
Auckland, New Zealand203 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
Nothing much to see out there and it’s bloody cold but it’s a must-see landmark if you want to cross your bucket list of being at the most bottom part of the South Island of New Zealand.
Written 26 April 2021
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Voyager2020andBeyond
Wanaka, New Zealand34 contributions
Dec 2020 • Family
See what truly stops NZ from rejoining Australia and how far away we really are from anything.
Our first day to explore the magnificent South Island took us on a drive from Wanaka to Bluff the longer way via Otago, through hills and valleys of Alexandra to Gore. Some beautifully stunning mountains and farms were passed too as we weaved our way south. Onward, toward the southern most town of the South Island. Bluff host oyster shucking competitions - in May (no oysters seen in December). The sign post lived up to its photographic iconic-ness! And there’s even a restaurant just there if you want! First experience of the South Island talkin’ loo (bathroom) too what a hoot!
Disappear to the ends of ... NZ ... and see what Mariners of old would have - oceans tempestuously beating - or waves rolling in on a smooth rock shore.
Our first day to explore the magnificent South Island took us on a drive from Wanaka to Bluff the longer way via Otago, through hills and valleys of Alexandra to Gore. Some beautifully stunning mountains and farms were passed too as we weaved our way south. Onward, toward the southern most town of the South Island. Bluff host oyster shucking competitions - in May (no oysters seen in December). The sign post lived up to its photographic iconic-ness! And there’s even a restaurant just there if you want! First experience of the South Island talkin’ loo (bathroom) too what a hoot!
Disappear to the ends of ... NZ ... and see what Mariners of old would have - oceans tempestuously beating - or waves rolling in on a smooth rock shore.
Written 20 December 2020
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I am contemplating driving to Stiring Point from Queenstown (2hrs 45mins) and then to Dunedin (3 hrs 15mins) before heading up to Lake Tekapo (1hr 15mins). Is it worth the drive to see Stiring Point ? Otherwise, I will rather drive straight to Lake Tekapo.
Written 11 September 2018
Not worth it unless you have time to stop at other places between SP and Dunedin.
Written 25 September 2018
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