50 Moa Point Road, Lyall Bay-Moa Point, Wellington City

Palmer Head - Former Defence Post

Wellington City Walks

There was once a substantial defence facility here and some part remains but the great attraction of this spot is the views it affords of Cook Strait and of Wellington Airport. Under Northerly conditions when aircraft are approaching from the south it is a wonderful place for plane spotters.

To get here climb a steepish track leading from the west of the start of the Eastern Walkway below the Ataturk Memorial or take the walkway to the head of the valley and turn left though the housing subdivision. Some intrepid explorers have managed to find their way into the underground tunnels associated with the plotting and wireless rooms.

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