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Smoky Cape Lighthouse
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Hat Head National Park
2 current alerts · Checked 14 Oct 2026, 6:05 pm
- Closed areasUntil 6 Nov 2026
Smoky Cape Lighthouse viewing platform temporary closure
Smoky Cape Lighthouse viewing platform will be closed from Tuesday 13 October 2026 for 2-3 weeks to allow replacement of viewing platform balustrades. Access to the lighthouse itself will be restricted, however the lighthouse cottages, toilets, walking tracks and picnic area will remain open.
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Standing high on a narrow headland, Smoky Cape Lighthouse is surrounded by the stunning coastal scenery of Hat Head National Park. The lighthouse itself is as beautiful as the views check out its winding staircase and octagonal tower. It's the highest lighthouse in NSW, and it's well worth the trip to the top.
Built in 1891, this heritage lighthouse is one of the last designed by the Colonial Architect, James Barnet. Smoky Cape headland was so named by Captain Cook after he saw Aboriginal fires burning there in 1770.
Smoky Cape is a fantastic spot for whale watching, birdwatching and picnicking, and you can stay overnight at the lighthouse keepers' cottage. Don't miss the views at nearby Smoky Cape picnic area.
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446 Lighthouse Road, Arakoon, NSW, 2431 · Hat Head National Park · Arakoon National Park · North Coast
Hat Head National Park on the mid-north coast of NSW near South West Rocks is a natural paradise. Explore Smoky Cape Lighthouse, camp by the beach and go fishing and swimming.
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446 Lighthouse Road
Arakoon NSW 2431
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Open 24 hours