Otatara Pā Historic Reserve

Wooden palisades, carved pou (memorial posts) and a carved gate help bring this pā (fortified village) site to life. An hour-long loop walk across grassy hills passes barely discernible archaeological remains but affords terrific views of the surrounding countryside. From the city, head southwest on Taradale Rd and Gloucester St, then turn right into Springfield Rd just before the river.