What is Te Mata Peak used for?
What is Te Mata Peak used for?
Standing at 399 metres, Te Mata Peak sits within a 99 hectare park in Havelock North. It is a favourite place for a wide range of recreational activities, from walking and mountain biking to and picnics and events. There are picnic tables in the park, placed to make the most of stunning views of the district.
Can you see Ruapehu from Te Mata Peak?
Mount Ruapehu is often visible in the distance. You can also drive to the top via Te Mata Peak Road, to enjoy spectacular views of Hawke’s Bay.
Is Te Mata Peak Open?
Please note that the Main Gates are closed on Te Mata Peak Road (beyond Peak House) at 10.00pm daily, and re-opened at 5.30am.
What is the Maori name for Te Mata Peak?
Te Mata o Rongokako
Māori call it whanaungatanga, identity, kaitiakitanga and belonging. Trouble is, my ancestor has died. He is being erased from the kōrero told about a prominent landmark of Hawke’s Bay, Te Mata Peak. The peak’s full name was Te Mata o Rongokako, the face of Rongokako.
Who owns Te Mata Peak?
The land is owned by Jeff Drabble and Felicity Dobell-Brown, who had entered a sale and purchase agreement with the winery for the 4.9ha parcel of land.
Is Te Mata Peak a volcano?
From the summit of the peak you can enjoy panoramic views of the Ruahine, Kaweka and Maungaharuru Ranges and Cape Kidnappers. The volcano Ruapehu, in the centre of Tongariro National Park, is also visible on a clear day. The nature trails on Te Mata Peak are great for hikers and mountain bikers.
How old is Te Mata Peak?
2 to 3 million years ago.
What does Te Mata Hapuku mean?
Te Mata (Māori for “The Eye” or “The Blade”) is the name of several places in New Zealand: Te Mata Hapuku, the original name of Birdlings Flat, Canterbury.
How did Te Mata Peak get its name?
The peak was then known as Te Mata O Rongokako meaning “The Face of Rongokako”, but has been shortened to the more familiar Te Mata Peak over time. European settlers also thought the hills resembled a man lying down and called him the “Sleeping Giant”.
What is another name for Te Mata Hapuku?
Birdlings Flat
Te Mata Hapuku, the original name of Birdlings Flat, Canterbury.
Is the Te Mata Peak Road car park open?
The Main Gates Car Park and the upper section of Te Mata Peak Road above the Peak House are closed to vehicles from 10pm to 5.30am every day. The Tauroa Road car park extension is closed between 9pm and 7am daily and we ask park users to consider local residents in terms of noise, especially early in the morning.
Where are the gates to Te Mata Park?
The Main Gates to Te Mata Park are located on Te Mata Peak Road, Havelock North and all visitors are able to drive to the summit of Te Mata Peak. There is also a pedestrian entrance to the Park at the end of Tauroa Road, Havelock North.
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Where is Te Mata Park in Havelock North?
The Park is located South East of Havelock North. Approx 10mins and 5km drive. The Main Gates Car Park and the upper section of Te Mata Peak Road above the Peak House are closed to vehicles from 10pm to 5.30am every day.