I like this park. Good playground. Friendly dog walking people. Lots of paths.
Heron Park Playground
1621 Great North Road, Waterview, Auckland 1026
Why these ages?
Reviews describe as 'small playground ideal for toddlers' and 'away from roads'. Cushioned matting surface, shade sails, flat pram-friendly paths, swings for young ones. Flying fox and rope pyramid for bigger kids. Harbour is downslope, not immediately adjacent. Quiet weekdays. Very low parent cognitive load.
Access notes
Description states flat, sealed paths and boardwalks connect the entrances with the playground and accessible toilets, making the site pram and wheelchair friendly, with cushioned safety matting rather than bark underfoot, and a review independently describes pram friendly walk tracks.
What's here
Heron Park Playground in Waterview is a well-shaded play area with a flying fox, climbing net, and spinning toys, set within a 9.36 hectare reserve that slopes down toward the upper Waitemata Harbour, and it suits school age children while still giving toddlers room on the swings.
Equipment
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Practical Info
Good to know
HistoryPlayground established: 2010-2012.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteEquipment includes climbing net, supernova, bowl rocker, infant swing, junior slide, swings, flying fox, sand play.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteJunior-suitable items include infant swing, junior slide, sand play, bowl rocker.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesPlayground surface: artificial.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite amenities include public toilets, a drinking fountain, picnic tables, seating.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite size category: 2 Medium.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesConfirmed playground in Auckland Council's asset register.
Source: data-aucklandcouncil.opendata.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite amenities registered: 2 drinking fountains.
Source: data-aucklandcouncil.opendata.arcgis.comHandy to knowShade at midday in summer: Three shade sails provide shade for play equipment. The picnic table & seating do not have shade.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowParking: on street parking.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
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