[1] Europeans settled the Mackenzie Basin in the mid-1850s, establishing part of Tekapo Station at the site of the current regional park.

[3] It provides support the council in developing the park and coordinate volunteer activities, with funding from local businesses and organisations.

[9] The park has 24 kilometres of mountain biking, cycling, walking and running tracks, graded for difficulty.

[1][2] Boats are allowed in the lake,[1] but there is a 5 knot speed limit for paddle, sail and power craft in a designated area near the park.

[11] The Vancouver Sun recommended a hike of the regional park as part of a New Zealand holiday.

[12] The park can be accessed via Lilybank Road, or on tracks from the Lake Tekapo township and Cowans Hill.