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Roy's Hill Reserve

Fernhill 4175

Rating: 4.3 ★ (40 ratings)

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Roy's Hill Reserve is an 11-hectare rural green space in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, renowned for its peaceful character and tranquil atmosphere. This elevated site, once a closed landfill, has undergone a spectacular restoration, transforming it into a charming park within the Gimblett Gravels region, nestled amongst picturesque vineyards. It stands out for visitors due to its almost 360-degree panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards, as well as distant peaks such as Te Mata, Kahuranaki, Mt Erin, and the Kaweka and Ruahine Ranges.

The reserve offers a variety of highlights for visitors, including well-maintained walking and cycling tracks suitable for family sports and dog walks. There are convenient picnic tables, grassy areas, and sheltered seating, perfect for a relaxing break. Informative boards throughout the reserve provide insights into its history and surroundings, and on clear days, you might even observe go-kart racing or model aircraft in action from the hilltop. It serves as an ideal rest stop for cyclists exploring the Hawke's Bay Trails.

Roy's Hill Reserve particularly suits families, cyclists, and those seeking a quiet escape to enjoy nature. It works well for casual walks, picnics, and as a scenic break between vineyard visits. The reserve's overall appeal lies in its captivating blend of natural beauty and recreational opportunities, inviting visitors to connect with the natural world and appreciate the stunning Hawke's Bay landscape.

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Opening Hours

Monday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Friday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Saturday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Sunday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Contact

https://www.hastingsdc.govt.nz/hastings/reserves/roys-hill-reserve/

Comments

Noam Noam
9 Oct 2026
5.0 ★
A wonderful, charming little park created by the local community. It features stunning scenic views over the vineyards and provides a peaceful, perfect setting for a picnic. Highly recommended!
Christine Le Bas
26 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
Gate opens at 0600Closed at 20:00 .Free parking picnic area bike trails. Take your dogs or kids wide open grounds. Not a camping site. This is more of a park.
The Happy Bean
21 Aug 2025
5.0 ★
A nice casual walk, if you're lucky, you can sit on the hill and watch the go carts down the bottom. There are often a group of people flying modle aircraft on a nice day.
Warren Wills
10 May 2023
5.0 ★
Wonderful day to do Roy's Hill Reserve, and the surrounding views were amazing. The walk itself was nice, and to see all the vineyards next to the reserve added that extra touch. Definitely will come back and do this walk with family and friends.
Stephen Walsh
24 Oct 2020
5.0 ★
A nice rest area developed with paths leading from the offroad carpark to a large sloping grassed areas with sheltered seating & tree plantings over what used to be the Hastings Tip! A number of interesting information boards spread around & from the highest point an almost 360 degree view of the surrounding Vineyards

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