There are many cultural features in this park that date back to the earliest days of Maori settlement. It is one of the most historic landmarks in the Bay of Plenty and the views from the summit are absolutely breathtaking!

On a clear day you can see the Mount and Tauranga to the west, far beyond the Te Puke area to the south-east and Mount Ngongotaha to the south. Mayor, Motiti and White islands also come into the picture.

Opened in 2004, and now owned by the Regional Council, the park is a unique mix of ancient pa sites, pockets of native forest and farm land. In total it covers 108 hectares.

To appreciate it fully, you need to walk to the summit.  There and back requires a reasonable level of fitness - some parts of the track are quite steep - and will take you about 60 minutes.

You can wander freely throughout the park, but please stay inside the boundaries which are identified by white fence posts. Please try not to disturb grazing sheep and cattle.

The park has a full-time ranger and there are public toilets at the car park.