Wellington’s Most Stunning Sunset Hike 🌅 | Paekākāriki Escarpment Tra

📍 Route: Paekākāriki to Pukerua Bay Escarpment Track 🚆 How to Get There By train: 40 mins from Wellington Station (scenic coastal ride!) By car: 30 mins from CBD → Park at Paekākāriki Station 🌄 Why This Hike? Golden hour magic: The clifftop views over Kapiti Coast + South Island peaks are unreal at sunset. Thrilling suspension bridges (2 along the track!) Secluded vibe – Few crowds, just you and the crashing waves below. ⚠️ Key Tips 1️⃣ Timing is everything: Start 3 hours before sunset (10km return = ~4hrs total). We barely made it down before dark—sketchy! 2️⃣ Pack smart: Headlamp, windbreaker, grippy shoes (mud + loose rocks!). 3️⃣ Train schedule: Last return train ~7PM—check updates! 📸 Best Photo Spots 1st suspension bridge: Frame the sunset over Kapiti Island Pukerua Bay lookout: Panoramic ocean views Abandoned WWII bunkers: Eerie but cool 🌿 Extend Your Adventure Pre-hike coffee: Paekākāriki Beach Café (right by the station) Post-hike reward: Fisherman’s Table in Pukerua Bay for fresh fish & chips! #WellingtonHikes #NZSunset #HiddenGems #AdventureNZ