The Auckland Regional Council Parks network was established in 1965 and is made up of 25 different parks, covering nearly 40,000 hectares of land with recreational, historic and ecological value. Access to all our parks is free of charge.
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Closures
Tawharanui - Closed for annual Pest Control
Our Pest Control programme will be carried out at Tawharanui in May. The park will be closed from 5 May to 23 May.
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Closures
Hunua Ranges tracks closed for goat control
Auckland Regional Council will close some access ways, tracks and campsites in the Hunua Ranges Regional Park during May for goat control operations. Closures will take place until 30 May.
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Closures
Shakespear Regional Park
Our Annual Pest Control programme will be carried out in May. Shakespear Regional Park will be closed from Monday 12 May until Friday 30 May.
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Volunteering
Mahurangi Tree Planting Day
Come along to Mahurangi Regional Park on Sunday 18 May to get involved in the ecological restoration of bush and wetland areas.
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
Arataki Visitor Centre
Arataki Visitor Centre is renowned for its rainforest and native wildlife, but also for its wealth of recreational opportunities.
Upcoming events
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5 May 2008
Tawharanui - Closed for annual Pest Control Weeks -
12 May 2008
Our Annual Pest Control programme will be carried out at Shakespear during this period, and the park will be closed. -
17 May 2008
View and learn about historic Couldrey House. -
18 May 2008
Come along to Mahurangi Regional Park to get involved in the ecological restoration of bush and wetland areas. -
19 May 2008
Tracks and campsites closed for Goat Control Operations. Weekdays only. -
20 May 2008
Volunteer to help with the nursery, general maintenance and other projects around the park. -
24 May 2008
View and learn about historic Couldrey House. -
25 May 2008
Opportunity for the public to participate in the ecological restoration of bush and wetland areas. -
25 May 2008
Come down and support the Warriors in their fifth home game of the season. -
26 May 2008
Tracks and campsites closed for Goat Control Operations. Weekdays only.
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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