Plan a Visit

A visit to Hereweka Harbour Cone offers some of the most spectacular views on the Otago Peninsula. Whether you're heading to the summit or simply exploring the lower slopes, it's a place to slow down, connect with the landscape, and experience a remarkable part of Dunedin's natural and cultural heritage.

Getting There

Located on the Otago Peninsula, Hereweka Harbour Cone is approximately 20–25 minutes' drive from central Dunedin and can be accessed from two locations.

Bacon Street, Broad Bay

Travel along Portobello Road to Broad Bay. Bacon Street is located at the eastern end of the bay, beyond Fletcher House. Roadside parking is available nearby.

This is the main access point and the starting location for the full Harbour Cone summit walk, offering the opportunity to experience the landscape from harbour edge to ridgeline.

Highcliff Road

Highcliff Road follows the Peninsula ridgeline and provides a shorter route to the Harbour Cone summit. The track entrance is signposted from the roadside, with parking available nearby. Signage can be easy to miss, so using a map app is recommended.

Starting from Highcliff Road reduces both the walking distance and elevation gain by approximately half, making it a great option for those wanting a shorter walk while still enjoying the panoramic views.

Before You Visit

Hereweka Harbour Cone is a working farm. To help protect the land, livestock, and the experience of all visitors, please observe the following:

• Stay on marked tracks and follow the yellow pole markers.
• Dogs are not permitted, except for farm management purposes.
• Motorised recreational vehicles are not permitted.
• Public access is restricted during lambing season (typically September and October). Please check signage before entering.
• Camping is not permitted unless specifically authorised.

Facilities

There are no public toilets on the property itself. Public toilets are available in Portobello and Broad Bay, approximately 5–6 minutes' drive from the main entrance. There are no water points, food vendors, or covered rest areas on the property, so bring what you need.

Volunteering

Be part of the ongoing restoration of Hereweka.

Whether you're a seasoned conservation volunteer or simply looking for a rewarding way to spend a morning outdoors, everyone is welcome. Working bees are held every Tuesday from 9:30 am and Sunday from 10:30 am, organised by STOP (Save the Otago Peninsula). To check start times, current activities, and fitness levels required for a task, email stopincsoc@gmail.com.

Every pair of hands helps restore this remarkable landscape for future generations. Volunteers assist with native tree planting, pest plant control, track maintenance, and caring for the land throughout the year.

You can also support the project by sponsoring a tree. It costs around $20 to establish a single native tree, including the seedling, preparing the site, tree protector, fertiliser tablet, stake, label, and biodegradable weed mat. Every donation helps grow the forest, one tree at a time.

If you are interested in staying up to date with the work of the Trust on Hereweka Harbour Cone, consider becoming a Hereweka Friend.