A well-formed gravel road climbing to a lookout, well worth the trip up on a clear day for the coast-to-coast views. From the summit you can pick out the towns below, including Palmerston North and Woodville, and a cluster of radio towers up near the top makes a good landmark to aim for.

Simple enough that plenty of people drive it in a 2WD, though expect some corrugation that'll rattle you around, and a few mild ruts and potholes closer to the summit are worth a glance in a low car or SUV.

The exposed summit can be windy and fog over fast, so pick a fine day for the best of it. Good little one to cut your teeth on, and the night views over the lit-up towns are a treat too.