Lottin Point
Wakatiri
A remote headland on the northeast coast of the North Island, with rocky shores and rock pools for fishing and exploring, and a quiet spot for camping and sea views.
Lottin Point, Wakatiri in Māori, is named after an officer on a French exploration ship. It lies west of Hicks Bay and is reached by about 4 km of side road off State Highway 35. The headland is made up of jagged rocks, and at low tide its rock pools are rich, making it a well-known rock-fishing spot locally. There are basic holiday camps and accommodation by the sea. It is quiet and offers wide views, and on fine days you can watch the sun rise and set over the sea. The road is average, so drive carefully in the rain, and watch for surging swells when rock fishing.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Hicks Bay Wharf
- Te Waha o Rerekohu Pōhutukawa Tree
- Waihau Bay
- Raukokore Church (Christ Church)
- St Mary's Church, Tikitiki
- Mount Hikurangi
- East Cape Lighthouse
- Te Kaha