Red Rocks Scientific Reserve

  • South Coast, Owhiro Bay, Wellington View map

Red Rocks and its surrounding reserve are of national significance, rich with fascinating geology and Maori history. Red Rocks (Pari-whero) was formed 200 million years ago during below-sea volcanic eruptions.

Further around from Red Rocks is a 'haul out' area for New Zealand fur seals at Sinclair Head (seals visible from May to October). The Reserve is within Te Kopahau Reserve.

A visitors' guide to the south coast, produced by the South Coast Charitable Trust, is available.

Free entry to the Reserve.

Open hours: 
Monday to Sunday (Quarry gates shut to vehicles on Sundays).

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