The scrub around the notorious flagpole has recently been removed affording sensational views of the Bay of Islands. There is now an app which is free to download Hikoi Tahi walking tours which people may find hugely informative. Hope to be back one day soon.

Perfect view over Russell and Bay if Islands. Such a sense of history. Wekas running around up here as well.

You can drive up and it is a short climb. Well worth the effort for the lovely views. Road is narrow.

The history here is amazing as is the 360 degree view of the Bay of Islands. Very close to the town of Russell. I would definitely recommend this to anyone visiting Russell.

This is a good stop just for the photo opportunity let alone the flagstaff history. You can drive up and it’s only a short walk to either the flagstaff and the sundial. On a nice day, the views across the bay (to Waitangi even) are...More

We drove to the lookout, mainly because the weather was bad and once up there we didn't get very good views either. Decided we'd go back the next morning on our way out of town, so we drove up again. Second time weather was better...More

The walk up the hill on the road is lovely through the greenery and ogling other peoples' houses and the last section up steps can be possibly slippery so take care. You can also drive up close to the Flagstaff which might make it easier....More