Tuhawaiki (Jack's) Point
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This walk follows the coast past the Tuhawaiki (Jack's) Point Lighthouse and offers spectacular coastal views.
You can walk, run or bike and it's also dog-friendly. Please ensure any dogs are under control as you may see penguins and seals on the rocky beach.
You can start at either the Scarborough or Ellis Road end. There is more car parking space at the Ellis Road end. About halfway, you'll find the Tuhawaiki (Jack's Point) Lighthouse. This lighthouse was constructed on site in 1903 by the Timaru harbour board. It was built to overcome the ineffectiveness of the harbour light. The lighthouse originally resided on Somes Island in 1866.
It's a 5km return trip if you walk to either end. You can also just walk out to the lighthouse and back for a shorter stroll. For a longer activity, you can continue walking or biking at the end of Scarborough Road or continue on to the Otipua Wetlands Track or the Coastal Track.
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Last updated: 23 Jan 2026