Putangirua Pinnacles is a geological formation located in the Aorangi Range in the Wairarapa region of New Zealand's North Island. The pinnacles are tall and slender rock formations that have been sculpted by erosion over millions of years. They are made up of layers of gravel and silt that were deposited over 120,000 years ago and have been slowly eroded by wind and water.

The Putangirua Pinnacles are famous for their unusual and eerie appearance, which has made them a popular destination for tourists and hikers. They are located in a remote and rugged part of the Aorangi Forest Park and can only be accessed via a steep and challenging hiking trail. The trail takes hikers through a beautiful forested area and up to a lookout point where they can view the stunning pinnacles up close.

The Putangirua Pinnacles were used as a filming location for the Lord of the Rings trilogy, where they were used to represent the Paths of the Dead in the second film, The Two Towers. The area around the pinnacles is also home to a variety of wildlife, including native birds, reptiles, and insects.