Slope Point's End
New Zealand

The southernmost point of New Zealand's South Island. Famous for its dramatic wind-swept trees and the iconic signpost pointing to the Equator and the South Pole.

Last updated: January 13, 2026
Distance 815m
Elevation +1m
Loss -19m
Duration 15m
Climb Easy
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Farmland Path

15m 815m

A short walk across private farmland to reach the southernmost point of the South Island.

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Transport & Parking

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Parking Tip

Small car park at the end of Slope Point Road. Follow the yellow markers through private farmland.

Environment

The southernmost point of New Zealand's South Island, located exactly 2,550 km from the South Pole.

Subject to relentless, extreme gale-force winds from the Antarctic, the trees here have grown in a unique, permanent sideways lean.

Our Story

A friend told us the trees here are special - because of constant wind from one direction year-round, all the branches grow the same way. But when we visited, we barely saw any - maybe they were removed? We only spotted a few. Despite not seeing enough trees, the sunset that day was truly beautiful. Standing on the cliff edge listening to massive waves crashing, watching the slanting sunlight - the color changes were really eye-opening. That moment felt absolutely amazing.

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