One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie)

Maungakiekie is a Maori word meaning 'mountain of the kiekie' (a plant which was traditionally used to make mats and baskets), and is thought to have been one of New Zealand's largest pa (Maori fortification) sites. Evidence of the pa still exists today on the volcanic cone that is now known as One Tree Hill.

Maori history refers to Maungakiekie as the head pa of Te Wai o Hua tribe in the early 17th century and the main pa of the head chief of the region, Kiwi Tamaki. The site includes more than 170 leveled terraces which were used by Maori to build living areas and storage pits. There is also evidence of ancient tracks and boundary walls, ditches and banks built for the purpose of defense.

Today the hill is blanketed in daffodils (during spring) and teems with people enjoying strolls, runs or simply relaxing in beautiful the grounds.

www.cornwallpark.co.nz

View Larger Map

Got a question about Auckland? #askauckland on Twitter