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Pukewīwī / Puketāpapa is a fascinating site with a rich history. This important pā features extensive terracing and pits for storage and cooking. Sadly, much of the terracing and pits were lost during the creation of a water reservoir in 1961.
The name Pukewīwī means 'hill covered in rushes', while Puketāpapa means 'flat-topped hill'. This maunga was formed by an eruption around 20,000 years ago, and the scoria cone was built by fire-fountaining from two craters. Although the two shallow craters are no longer visible, the tihi (summit) still stands tall at 110 meters.
In 2018, the upper section of the tihi was reinstated to grass, and it's now a beautiful and peaceful place to visit.
Just keep in mind that it's permanently closed to private motor vehicles, including motorbikes and scooters.
The name Pukewīwī means 'hill covered in rushes', while Puketāpapa means 'flat-topped hill'. This maunga was formed by an eruption around 20,000 years ago, and the scoria cone was built by fire-fountaining from two craters. Although the two shallow craters are no longer visible, the tihi (summit) still stands tall at 110 meters.
In 2018, the upper section of the tihi was reinstated to grass, and it's now a beautiful and peaceful place to visit.
Just keep in mind that it's permanently closed to private motor vehicles, including motorbikes and scooters.
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira
You'll find convenient car parking available inside the main entrance off Dominion Road, and a second car park just below the tihi.
Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe
Most of the path is open to vehicles so keep an eye out for cars.