Is there parking at Central Park?

On-site or nearby parking is available at Central Park.

Does Central Park have swings?

Yes, swings are part of the equipment at Central Park.

Does Central Park have a slide?

Yes, Central Park includes a slide.

Is there a climbing frame at Central Park?

Yes, a climbing frame or climbing structure is part of the equipment at Central Park.

Where is Central Park?

Central Park is in Henderson, Auckland, New Zealand.

What rating does Central Park have?

Central Park has a Google Maps rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 161 reviews.

Playground

Central Park

Name: Central Park
Address: 65/67 Central Park Drive, Henderson, Auckland, 0610, NZ
Price range: Free
Rating: 4.4

65/67 Central Park Drive, Henderson, Auckland 0610

4.4

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Best suited to

Child5–9

Why these ages?

Small neighbourhood playground explicitly described as 'suited to primary school aged children' - multi-play with slides, balance beams and logs on bark. No dedicated junior zone or infant swing mentioned, so toddler score is low. A review notes 'playing stuffs are quite old, need maintenance'. Not fenced. Half basketball court adds tween appeal but limited. Off-street parking and connection to Henderson Creek shared path are pluses. Central Park Drive is a secondary street, not arterial.

Accessibility

Partial access

+ Step-free path to the play- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)

Access notes

Description explicitly states the playground connects by path to the Henderson Creek Shared Path, giving a level route for prams, scooters and bikes, and off street parking serves the site. But the equipment sits on a bark safety surface, which blocks a full wheelchair accessible rating.

What's here

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Central Park in Henderson, west Auckland, is a small neighbourhood playground beside the Trusts Arena, with multi-play climbing structures, balance beams and logs, and a half basketball court on a bark surface suited to primary school aged children.

Good to know

HistoryPlayground established: pre 2009.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
On siteEquipment includes multi-play structures (with slides), balance beams & logs, half basketball cort.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
On siteJunior-suitable items include slide (suitable for young child).
Source: services1.arcgis.com
AmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
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AmenitiesSite amenities include picnic tables, seating.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
AmenitiesSite size category: 1 Small.
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AmenitiesSite amenities registered: a drinking fountain.
Source: data-aucklandcouncil.opendata.arcgis.com
Handy to knowShade at midday in summer: No shade for play equipment, seating or picnic table.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
Handy to knowParking: off street parking.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
Handy to knowCouncil operates a smokefree policy covering this playground.
Source: services1.arcgis.com

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From the crew

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Lei
from Google15 Apr 2026
Love it, love seeing people come and walk the tracks and also those crazy stairs lol everyone enjoying the facilities and also looking after it ❤️
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Farhad B.
from Google15 Apr 2026
I visited Central Park with my family on this weekend and we had a good time. The park is spacious and well-maintained, with plenty of greenery, but only few shades. There are benches where you can relax and enjoy the view. The park also has a playground for kids but the playing stuffs are quit old need maintenance. The only downside is that the park can get quite busy and noisy at times, especially when there are events at the arena. Parking can also be a challenge, so I recommend taking public transport or walking if possible. Overall, I would recommend Central Park to anyone looking for a healthier exercise or outdoor play field.
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Krishnakumar R.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Beautiful place to go for run. There is a kids play area with swings and slides. Toilets are available on the other end of the stadium.
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David S.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Just for the rugby today. Has a playground for the kids and if you want to do some laps. 😎 …
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Lana L.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Popped in here to get our covid vaccination as a family bubble. It had been raining heavily, but by the time we arrived at the Trust Stadium carpark, it was a light shower. Because of the bad weather, everything had been moved indoors, yay! But you know what, you felt the mana and aroha, throughout the entire experience. Kia kaha, Te Whanau O Waipareira whanau, for all your unrelenting mahi and aroha. Ki te pai! Meitaki maata!
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Russell M.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Perfect place for everyone health benefits,fun investment fou younger children to play on eco friendly park just to keep them playing in fresh air
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Neil H.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Great place for many activities but traffic management is bad.
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Pamela M.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Visited to donate blood. Great stadium with on-site gym and various shows etc
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Pete W.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Super large venue for events. Plenty of parking and versatile set up.
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Laaiqah S.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Not a fan Went to an event. Maybe it was the event I dont know. But this place is not appealing at all
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