The park was developed and is managed by the local Sekapuk village government rather than a private corporation.
The name SETIGI is an acronym for Selo (stone), Tirto (water), and Giri (hill), reflecting the site's geological features.
The transformation was initiated to combat environmental degradation caused by years of unregulated limestone mining.
Many of the park's structural components, such as staircases and bridges, were built using materials salvaged from the quarrying activities.
The site includes a purposely built, non-functioning temple facade designed to evoke historical Javanese aesthetics.
The local village government utilizes revenue from the park to provide community services and fund local infrastructure projects.
Wisata Alam SETIGI is an adaptive reuse project that transformed a former limestone quarry into a landscaped recreational park. The site features man-made lakes, elevated walking bridges, and intricate rock carvings cut directly into the existing limestone cliff faces. It serves as a community-run tourism initiative in the Sekapuk village of Gresik. The park integrates traditional Javanese architectural elements with repurposed mining materials. Visitors can navigate pathways that weave through the deep excavations of the former mine. The layout includes various elevated viewing platforms constructed from wood and stone. It is designed to demonstrate how post-mining land can be repurposed for economic sustainability. The park maintains a distinct aesthetic characterized by vertical limestone walls and reflective water bodies.
The elevated wooden bridge overlooking the primary limestone lake, which provides a full view of the carved cliff walls.
Wear athletic footwear with good traction, as the stone pathways and staircases can be steep and uneven.
Visit during the early morning or late afternoon to avoid direct, harsh sun, as there is limited natural tree cover within the quarry basin.
Carry plenty of water, as the limestone rocks retain heat, making the site significantly warmer than surrounding areas.
Avoid visiting during the peak heat of midday without sun protection, and do not attempt to venture off designated paths, as the terrain consists of loose quarry debris.
Maintain modest attire consistent with local cultural norms in rural East Java; refrain from climbing on carved rock surfaces or restricted monument areas.
