Parks, Reserves & Recreation

Adventure Park, Levin

93 Oxford Street (State Highway 1), Levin 5510

Family park: Under 5's play area; play equipment: tumbling drums, rope course, climbing wall, fitness-trail, mini-ball, skate area, volleyball, disability swings, bocce court, model-train rides

Tagged as: , Parks & Reserves, Playground

Argyle Ave Reserve, Levin

39 Argyle Ave, Levin, Levin 5510

This is a small neighbourhood park which services the local community. It’s a grassed area which is dog friendly and a popular spot to kick a ball around.

Tagged as: , Parks & Reserves, Playground

Flagstaff Reserve and Jones Playground, Foxton Beach

Between 46 and 48 Seabury Ave, Foxton Beach Playground, Foxton Beach 4815

This quaint little reserve has a nautical theme to it. The creek is popular with white baiters, the children’s play area includes an enormous slide and is a sheltered spot for a picnic.

Tagged as: , Beaches, Nature, Playground, Scenic Reserve, Trails and Bike Tracks

Gladys Taylor Park

Corner of Bath, Salisbury, Weraroa and Queen St West, Levin, Levin 5510

Gladys Taylor Park offers shade and easy access for a picnic. A small pirate ship themed playground is near the entrance to Aquatic Centre. 24 hour public toilets are available on Salisbury Street.

Tagged as: , Gardens, Nature, Playground, Swimming Pools & Water Play

Hokio Reserve

2 Tawhiti St, Hokio Beach, 5571

Sheltered park with a stream that runs alongside, features a childrens’ playground, basketball hoop and BBQs. It’s a great place to end your day at the beach. Dogs off leash except fenced play area.

Tagged as: , Beaches, , Parks & Reserves, Playground, Scenic Reserve

Holben / Te Wharangi Reserve, Foxton Beach

Corners of Seabury Ave, Nash Pde and Holben Pde, Foxton Beach, Foxton Beach 4185

With ponds, a childrens’ playground, bike skills area, basketball hoop, a skating area and situated close to a café, this a popular family picnic spot in summer.

Tagged as: , Parks & Reserves, Playground, Scenic Reserve, Trails and Bike Tracks

Holmwood Park, Waitarere Beach

28 Park rd, Waitarere Beach, 5510

This small park situated near to the beach features play equipment including swings and slides and a picnic area. There are also rugby goal posts available.

Tagged as: , Parks & Reserves, Playground

Announcement : Dogs not allowed

Hyde Park, Shannon

Corner of Grey and Whittaker St, Shannon, Shannon 4821

This local playground is set in a residential area and has plenty of play equipment and picnic areas. A good place to enjoy a game with the family.

Tagged as: , Gardens, Parks & Reserves, Playground

Jubilee Park, Levin

Corner Bath/Parker Streets, Levin, Levin 5510

One hectare, family park; plenty of shade and a playground suitable for all ages. Great for a picnic. Features Disney Characters built by local Rotary; a toddlers’ paddling pool and BBQs for summer;

Tagged as: , Gardens, Nature, Parks & Reserves, Playground, Swimming Pools & Water Play

Kennedy Drive Reserve

21 Kennedy Drive, Levin, Levin 5510

Neighbourhood park with skate bowl; popular with skaters and BMX riders. BMX track and play equipment. The park is set amongst residential houses and with dogs allowed off leash apart from play area.

Tagged as: , Parks & Reserves, Playground