Is there parking at Elizabeth Rose Park?

On-site or nearby parking is available at Elizabeth Rose Park.

Is Elizabeth Rose Park fenced?

Elizabeth Rose Park has fencing around at least part of the playground. Check the visit notes and photos for the specific edges that are enclosed.

Is Elizabeth Rose Park shaded?

Elizabeth Rose Park has trees, shade sails, or other shelter that offers some shade. Coverage varies by time of day.

Are there picnic tables at Elizabeth Rose Park?

Yes, picnic tables or seating are available at Elizabeth Rose Park.

Does Elizabeth Rose Park have swings?

Yes, swings are part of the equipment at Elizabeth Rose Park.

Does Elizabeth Rose Park have a slide?

Yes, Elizabeth Rose Park includes a slide.

Is there a climbing frame at Elizabeth Rose Park?

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

Where is Elizabeth Rose Park?

Elizabeth Rose Park is in Waikanae, Kapiti Coast District, New Zealand.

Playground

Elizabeth Rose Park

4 Pehi Kupa Street, Waikanae 5036

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Best suited to

Toddler-friendly0–4Child5–9

Why these ages?

2025 fully-renewed playground with two play areas among rose gardens, swings (nest, normal and baby), slides, climbing structures, a multi-play and a carousel. Reviewer specifically calls out that the play zones are fenced 'which is great for escape artists'. Pergola for caregivers and covered seating. Directly beside Waikanae train station.

Accessibility

Not accessible

- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)

Access notes

Both play areas are on a bark surface. Only street parking is available and no accessible toilet or transfer feature is described in the source text.

What's here

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Elizabeth Rose Park sits on Pehi Kupa Street in central Waikanae, directly beside the train station, Memorial Hall, and Kāpiti Coast Museum, with two separate play areas set among rose gardens.

Good to know

HistoryPlayground established: 2014.
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On siteEquipment includes multi-play structures (with slides), carousel.
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On siteJunior-suitable items include slide (suitable for young child with assistance).
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On siteSpecialised equipment: a carousel.
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AmenitiesWaikanae War Memorial / Elizabeth Rose Park has two playgrounds with slides and swings, surrounded by extensive rose gardens. It is located adjacent to the Waikanae Memorial Hall, train station, and Kāpiti Coast Museum.
Source: kapiticoast.govt.nz
AmenitiesElizabeth Rose Park in Waikanae (Pehi Kupa Street) is a public park managed by Kapiti Coast District Council.
Source: kapiticoast.govt.nz
AmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
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AmenitiesSite amenities include picnic tables, seating.
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AmenitiesSite size category: 1 Small.
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Handy to knowShade at midday in summer: Minimal tree shade for play equipment. Tree shade for picnic table and shade gazebo for seating.. There are a number of trees in the surrounding may provide some shade elsewhere in the park.
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From the crew

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FourOnAJourney
from Google15 Apr 2026
Playground that was completely returned in 2025. This was well overdue. Lovely spot and much improved now. There is something for nearly all ages. Lots of things to climb on for differently sized kids , swing set had a nest ,normal and baby swing. Fenced in which is great for escape artists.
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Kylie H.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Great playground. Lots of variety for kids of various ages
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