Mutton Bird Point
A seabird viewing spot on the island's east coast, where brown boobies nest on the cliffs. At dusk, flocks of wedge-tailed shearwaters return to their burrows, a spectacular sight.
Mutton Bird Point is south of Blinky Beach. From the roadside, a 15-minute walk leads to a viewing platform facing Mutton Bird Island. Brown boobies nest year-round on the cliff tops and can be observed at close range. From September to May, wedge-tailed shearwaters (known locally as mutton birds) breed in burrows in the woodland. At dusk, they fly back in flocks from the sea, a truly spectacular scene. Be careful not to step on the burrows, and take care near the cliff edge, since there is no railing.
Opening hours
All day (birdwatching best at dusk)
Nearby sights
- Intermediate Hill Lookout
- Blinky Beach
- Goat House Cave
- Mount Lidgbird
- Erscott's Hole
- Lord Howe Island Museum
- Lord Howe Lagoon
- Ned's Beach