Walk Details

NZ Walking Routes > Taranaki > Oakura - Koru Pa

Oakura - Koru Pa

Location

To reach Koru Pa drive through Oakura and turn left onto Wairau Rd then onto Surrey Hill Rd.

Description

Stronghold of Nga mahanga, now covered in native bush, with a track leading down to the river to swimming holes for the kids. There is about a 10 minute walk through farmland from the car park to reach Koru Pa.

This pa is an archaeological site of huge importance for the area. One of the reasons it is such an important pa, is the way it has been preserved by the community. The features of Koru Pa that were built while the pa was occupied are still partly standing today. These include the trenches, walls and natural forms of defence used on the pa.

The pa is also unique, as the Oakura River curves around the pa (giving it the name Koru Pa), cutting down the attack route possibilities from the attacking tribes. The river was also a big advantage when it came to transport and food sources. It helped to support the people of the hapu in times of drought.

Duration

0.1 hours

Level

Easy

Amenities

• Historical

Source

www.toa.co.nz

Discussion

Start a discussion on this walk