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Castlepoint Scenic Reserve
Castlepoint is one of the most spectacular sites along the Wairarapa coastline, featuring a fossil-rich limestone reef, the magnificent 162metre high Castle Rock, long stretches of beach and a sheltered lagoon.
The reef, lagoon, sand dunes, and Castle Rock are all part of Castlepoint Scenic Reserve and provide opportunity for a variety of water sport such as boating, surfing, swimming, canoeing and fishing.
Frequently visited by several species of dolphin, as well as fur seals, and occasionally small whale species, the reserve is also home to numerous sea birds. White-fronted terns, red-billed gulls, and black shags inhabit the south end of the reef, and reef herons and black-backed gulls nest on the sheer cliffs of Castle Rock. The reserve is also home to the Castlepoint daisy, Brachyglottis compactus, which grows only on the crumbled limestone of the reef and Castle Rock.
Things To Do In Castlepoint
Upcoming Events at Castlepoint
Castlepoint Fishing Competition
The Annual Castlepoint Fishing Competition has been held for nearly 30 years. It’s always a highlight on the Castlepoint calendar, and great for all ages. Great prizes up for grabs too!
Superfish 500 Fishing Competition
Put on by the Wairarapa Sports Fishing Club, the Superfish 500 is another awesome competition here at Castlepoint. With $500 first prize for each species, why not give it a go!
Battle of the Babes Fishing Competitions
One for the ladies! The Battle of the Babes is our annual women’s fishing competition. Whether you’re a seasoned angler, or have all the gear with no idea, this event is for you. There are also social nights with spot prizes galore, so you’re guaranteed to go home with something. Get the girls together and make a weekend of it!
Castlepoint Beach Races
Horse-racing at Castlepoint dates back to the first days of European settlement in the district. The Castlepoint Racing Club has been counting annual races at the beach from a meeting was held on Boxing Day of 1872, making the 2021 meeting the 150th. This event is held annually and is spectacular to watch.
