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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Art in parks
Stoneleigh Sculpture in the Gardens
The exhibition features 20 sculptures by top New Zealand artists on a 1.8km trail through the Auckland Botanic Gardens.
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Important park information
Hillary Trail
The Hillary Trail is a four day, three night tramp through the Waitakere Ranges. The trail opens 11 January 2010 and bookings are open now.
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Family day
Couldrey House - open day
Come to Wenderholm to view and learn more about historic Couldrey House. The house is open from 1pm - 4pm Saturday and Sunday.
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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!
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
Guided sculpture walks
Every Wednesday and Sunday visitors can take a free guided walk around the Sculpture in the Gardens exhibition at the Auckland Botanic Gardens.
Park of the month
Auckland Botanic Gardens
Get along to the Stoneleigh Sculpture in the Gardens before it's too late. Also check out the Botanic Garden Festival on the 13-14 February.
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7 November 2009
The exhibition features 20 sculptures by top New Zealand artists on a 1.8km trail through the Auckland Botanic Gardens. -
26 December 2009
View and learn about historic Couldrey House. -
10 February 2010
Release of pateke at Tawharanui Regional Park -
13 February 2010
Community festival presenting a variety of activities and attractions with an environmental theme. -
13 February 2010
Ticket only auction dinner held by the Friends of Auckland Botanic Gardens in the atrium of Huakaiwaka Visitor Centre. -
14 February 2010
Official closing ceremony of Stoneleigh Sculpture in the Gardens and announcement of the winner of the Stoneleigh peoples Choice Award at 4pm followed by music in the Gardens -
16 February 2010
Pest control in the Kokako Management Area, Hunua Ranges Regional Park -
16 February 2010
Volunteer to help with the nursery, general maintenance and other projects around the park. -
20 February 2010
Relay for life is a remarkable and moving overnight team event to raise money for the Cancer Society. -
23 February 2010
Pest control in the Kokako Management Area, Hunua Ranges Regional 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!
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