Smoky Cape Lighthouse: Reach the top
Hat Head National Park
Overview
COVID-safe tours and events
In line with the latest NSW Government COVID-19 advice, masks are encouraged for indoor settings where you cannot maintain a safe distance from others.
Your NPWS guide invites you on an intimate and memorable tour of Smoky Cape lighthouse, the tallest lighthouse in NSW. Book as a couple or family group.
- When
The second Saturday of every month from Saturday 9 April 2022.
Tour times: 8:30am, 9am, 9:45am,10.15am, 11am and 11.30am.
Each tour runs for 30 minutes.
- Where
- Smoky Cape Lighthouse, Hat Head National Park
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Grade
- Medium. Suitable for adults and children 5 years and over. The path up to the lighthouse very steep with a ladder and narrow steps inside the lighthouse.
- Price
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$50 per group (For 2 adults or a family of 2 adults with 2 children).
- Meeting point
- Smoky Cape Lighthouse door
- Bookings
- Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 for more information or book online.
- Please note
- Bookings available as a couple (2 adults), or as a family group (2 adults and 2 children).
Meet at the lighthouse door for a private 30min tour. You'll have the opportunity to access a piece of maritime history, visit the light room and take in breathtaking views from the balcony.
Standing high on a narrow headland, NSW highest lighthouse is surrounded by the stunning coastal scenery of Hat Head National Park. Experience a personal tour with our ranger guide in small family groups or couples.
Please wear enclosed flat shoes.
Bookings
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by

- NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Park info
- in Hat Head National Park in the North Coast region
Hat Head National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. This park uses a self-registration fee collection system, please bring correct change.
Buy annual pass
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