The alternative track would restore access to the main walking track while repairs continue across the rest of the park.
Walking tracks at the Pāpāmoa Hills Cultural Heritage Regional Park were damaged during severe weather in January. Photo / Bay of Plenty Regional Council
“We know how eager people are to return to the park and get back out on the tracks. While this work is under way, we ask everyone to respect the closure and stay out of the park, for their safety and for the safety of our crews.”
All access points to the park are currently closed, including the Summerhill Carpark entry and both Poplar Lane carparks.
Staff had been working closely in partnership with mana whenua to ensure all decisions continued to respect the cultural and environmental significance of the site, the council said.