Boulder Bank, Natural coastal spit in Nelson, New Zealand.
The Boulder Bank extends 13 kilometers into Tasman Bay, consisting of granodiorite rocks that form a protective barrier for Nelson Haven.
The addition of a cast iron lighthouse in 1862 marked the establishment of New Zealand's second permanent navigational structure on the southern end.
The New Zealand Heritage List recognizes this formation as Wāhi Tapu, highlighting its importance to Māori traditions and cultural practices.
Visitors require sturdy footwear for the 2-3 hour walk across uneven terrain, with access beginning at Boulder Bank Drive in Glenduan.
Six privately owned historic fishing baches, built over 50 years ago, remain along this natural formation as testaments to local maritime life.
Location: Nelson City
Address: Boulder Bank, The Glen (Glenduan) to Urenui (Fifeshire/Arrow Rock), Boulder Bank Drive, Wakapuaka, Nelson
GPS coordinates: -41.23440,173.29790
Latest update: March 11, 2025 14:56
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