ALERT - PARK CLOSURES!

The East Side Forest will reopen to PEDESTRIANS ONLY on Monday 11th November.  It will remain CLOSED TO MOUNTAIN BIKERS until further notice.  Mountain Bikers- please stick to riding West Side only and check MTB Tauranga website for updates.  Thank you!

Schools & Kindergartens

Summerhill Charitable Trust warmly invites your school or kindergarten to visit  Summerhill. Nestled in the heart of the Pāpāmoa Hills, Summerhill offers a unique opportunity to explore a working livestock and forestry farm as well as an alternative gateway to the Pāpāmoa Hills Cultural Heritage Regional Park.

Things to do

  • Hikoi to the Pāpāmoa Hills Cultural Heritage Regional Park and learn about the rich cultural history of the area with matua Les Millard.

  • Facilitate free play and learning at the Forest Shelter.

  • Explore the farm and forest trails.

    Please be sure to inform us of your planned visit to Summerhill.

Lambing and Calving season:

Summerhill is a working sheep, cattle, and forestry farm. During lambing and calving seasons (August to September), we invite you to visit and explore the farm, enjoying all that spring has to offer! During this time, we kindly ask that visitors exercise extra caution around the animals for both your safety and theirs.

Summerhill Hiking Trails Map