The Auckland Regional Council Parks network was established in 1965 and is made up of 26 different parks, covering more than 40,000 hectares of land with recreational, historic and ecological value. Access to all our parks is free of charge.
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Important park information
Kauri dieback: How you can help
A new disease is attacking kauri trees in the Waitakere Ranges and you can help prevent it spreading.
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Family day
The Beautiful Game tickets on sale now!
Tickets to the LA Galaxy v Oceania All Stars on Saturday 6 December 2008 are on sale now at Ticketek. To book tickets, go to www.ticketek.co.nz or phone 0800 TICKETEK.
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Family day
101 things to do in your regional parks
From an afternoon relaxing by a remote beach to an action-packed weekend in the bush, here are 101 fun and affordable ideas for exploring Auckland's regional parks!
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Important park information
Restricted access to Cascade Kauri car park until Christmas 2008
There will be no public vehicle access to the Cascade Kauri car park on weekdays until Christmas 2008, due to road maintenance.
Explore your parks
Auckland Regional Parks provide opportunities for walks, swimming, camping, farm experiences and plenty more. You could find yourself enjoying a secluded picnic spot, kayaking through pristine waters, mountain biking through forest, or discovering beautiful historic buildings.
Things to do and see
Walk of the month
Montana Heritage Trail
The Montana Heritage Trail in the Waitakere Ranges leads through the largest stand of mature kauri in the Auckland region.
Park of the month
Mt Smart Stadium
Book tickets to the LA Galaxy v Oceania All Stars game from www.ticketek.co.nz or phone 0800 TICKETEK.
Upcoming events
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18 October 2008
Come down to Mt Smart and support the Kiwis as they take on Tonga! -
18 October 2008
View and learn about historic Couldrey House. -
21 October 2008
Volunteer to help with the general maintenance and other projects around the park. -
21 October 2008
Volunteer to help with the nursery, general maintenance and other projects around the park. -
25 October 2008
View and learn about historic Couldrey House. -
25 October 2008
Let's celebrate together God's Greatness! -
28 October 2008
Volunteer to help with the general maintenance and other projects around the park. -
28 October 2008
Volunteer to help with the nursery, general maintenance and other projects around the park. -
1 November 2008
View and learn about historic Couldrey House. -
4 November 2008
Volunteer to help with the general maintenance and other projects around the park.
Park information & downloads
Visitor information
- Volunteer tree planting
Help us to keep our parks beautiful - Join a friends group
Your opportunity to get involved & make a difference!
News and Publications
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