UPDATE 9.26AM: McLaren Falls Park is closed following a serious crash earlier this morning.

Emergency services were called to the single vehicle crash on McLaren Falls Road just before 8am.

A police spokesperson says a vehicle had crashed into a tree.

The serious crash unit is investigating the scene.

Tauranga City Council says due to the crash, the park will be closed today

"Our thoughts are with those involved," says a post on the council Facebook page.

"We'll update you when we are able to reopen."

EARLIER:

Police were called to the crash just before 8am. File photo/SunLive.

Serious injuries are being reported in a crash near McLaren Falls.

Emergency services were called to the single vehicle crash on McLaren Falls Road at 7.50am.

'A car is reported to have crashed into a tree,” says a police spokesperson.

'Serious injuries are indicated in the job.”

SunLive is working on getting more information and will provide an update when we can.

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