Deliverance Cove Track
Alert/Important notice
Issued 8 May 2012: The section of the track from the Castlepoint carpark to the Deliverance Cove Saddle will be closed for about three weeks to allow an upgrade that will include installing a boardwalk and steps.
The section of track from the 'Gap' at the southern end to the saddle will remain open. We apologise for any inconvenience to people visiting this area. For updates please check the Wairarapa alerts page
Track category
Walking track
Time:
1 hr 30 min return
Description
View of Castle Rock from the
Deliverance Cove Track
Castlepoint was named in 1770 by Captain Cook who was struck by the similarities of Castle Rock to the battlements of a castle.
Walk through the pines above the lagoon at Castlepoint Scenic Reserve and follow the reserve boundary to the base of Castle Rock. Alternatively walk south along the lagoon edge and follow the track up through coastal grassland to meet the boundary track at the saddle. You'll be rewarded with spectacular views.
Getting there
Castlepoint is located on Wairarapa's east coast about 1 hour's drive from Masterton. Turn right into Te Ore Ore Road on the northern outskirts of Masterton. This road becomes the Masterton Castlepoint Road and leads directly to Castlepoint Scenic Reserve.
Places to stay
Castlepoint Motorcamp is at the northern end of the beach. It has cabins, powered and non-powered sites, ablution and kitchen facilities, and a TV and games room.