Playground
Take a picnic lunch and spend the day soaking up the sunshine while enjoying the fresh air
Little Oneroa
This reserve has lovely coastal views and a safe, sandy swimming beach. There is plenty of parking and it is within walking distance of Oneroa Village.
It is popular with young families and al-fresco diners on summer evenings with coffee, ice cream, pizza and fish and chips available next door.
Access from Goodwin Avenue. Pedestrian can also access from Ocean View Road and the adjoining Newton Reserve.
A playground, toilets and changing rooms, parking, picnic tables and seating, barbecue and drinking fountains are inside the park.
To check for live information on water quality and safe swimming conditions at this beach, see the Safeswim website
This playground is seamlessly integrated with the beach, with a sand play surface sitting by open grassy areas and a large white sand area for games.
Age group - Suitable for:
preschool (0 - 4) years
child (5 - 8) years
child (9 - 12) years.
Type of play
Climbing
Rocking
Sand play
Swinging.
Playground surface - Sand.
Shade - Shade sails provide great shade over the playground.
Fencing - The playground is not fenced.
2. Palm Beach
Lovely coastal reserve, great for swimming and having fun.
A playground, picnic tables, barbecues, drinking fountain, and seating are inside the reserve.
This boat-shaped playground is situated on a small grassy reserve that backs onto the beach. It has a sand play surface, shade sails and is well connected with the rest of the reserve with good walkways.
Age group - Suitable for:
preschool (0 - 4) years
child (5 - 8) years
child (9 - 12) years.
Type of play
Climbing
Swinging
Sliding
Imaginative play
Rocking.
Playground surface - Sand.
Shade - Shade sails cover the play area. You will need to bring a hat and sunscreen.
Fencing - The playground is not fenced.
3. Surfdale Hall
Coastal reserve overlooking Huruhi Bay. The reserve is home to the bookable Surfdale Hall, and has a great mix of open grassed space, gardens and bush.
Access the reserve from Hamilton Road, The Esplanade and Lannan Road.
A playground, toilets, basketball half-court, barbecue, picnic tables and seating, drinking fountain and beach shower are inside the reserve.
4. Skate Park
Come and enjoy the location and the number of activities available at this reserve.
A skate park, public toilet, picnic table, seating, water fountain and barbecue shelter are inside the reserve.
Skate park safety rules
Our skate parks are not supervised.
Follow these rules to keep yourself and others safe:
Wear a well-fitting helmet and other protective gear.
Skate to your ability – don't try new tricks until you're confident.
Don't sit in or walk through the skating area.
Skate parks are for everyone – take turns, be courteous and have fun!