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Sammy’s seat — photo spot in Hayes Paddock, Hayes Paddock 2B Jellicoe Drive, Hamilton East, Hamilton 3216, New Zealand

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Sammy’s seat

Sammy’s Seat is a small elevated viewpoint in Hayes Paddock overlooking the Waikato River and Hamilton East; ideal for river panoramas, sunrise/sunset skies, and intimate landscape portraits with city and park elements. Easy access from Jellicoe Drive with on-street parking and short walk; no entry fee. Best at golden hour for warm light and long reflections, or after rain for upstream reflections. Expect walkers and dog traffic—weekday mornings are quiet.

Hayes Paddock, Hayes Paddock 2B Jellicoe Drive, Hamilton East, Hamilton 3216, New Zealand
LANDSCAPESUNSET_SUNRISEWATERSCAPE
Sammy’s seat - Image 1
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Sammy’s seat

Sammy’s Seat is a small elevated viewpoint in Hayes Paddock overlooking the Waikato River and Hamilton East; ideal for river panoramas, sunrise/sunset skies, and intimate landscape portraits with city and park elements. Easy access from Jellicoe Drive with on-street parking and short walk; no entry fee. Best at golden hour for warm light and long reflections, or after rain for upstream reflections. Expect walkers and dog traffic—weekday mornings are quiet.

Hayes Paddock, Hayes Paddock 2B Jellicoe Drive, Hamilton East, Hamilton 3216, New Zealand
LANDSCAPESUNSET_SUNRISEWATERSCAPE

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