Is there parking at Howden Drive Playground?

On-site or nearby parking is available at Howden Drive Playground.

Are there picnic tables at Howden Drive Playground?

Yes, picnic tables or seating are available at Howden Drive Playground.

Does Howden Drive Playground have swings?

Yes, swings are part of the equipment at Howden Drive Playground.

Does Howden Drive Playground have a slide?

Yes, Howden Drive Playground includes a slide.

Is there a climbing frame at Howden Drive Playground?

Yes, a climbing frame or climbing structure is part of the equipment at Howden Drive Playground.

Where is Howden Drive Playground?

Howden Drive Playground is in Jack's Point, Queenstown-Lakes District, New Zealand.

Playground

Howden Drive Playground

Forage Road, Jack's Point 9371

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Best suited to

Child5–9

Accessibility

Not accessible

- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)

Access notes

Description states the equipment sits on a bark surface, though a review mentions rubber matting, with off street parking available but no toilets mentioned.

What's here

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Howden Drive Playground is a small neighbourhood play space in the Jack's Point area of Queenstown, on Forage Road, with a multi play climbing structure and a set of swings on a bark surface. It suits younger children looking for a straightforward local stop.

Good to know

HistoryPlayground established: pre 2010.
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On siteEquipment includes swings, multi-play structure.
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On siteJunior-suitable items include slide (suitable for young child with assistance).
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AmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
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AmenitiesSite amenities include seating.
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AmenitiesSite size category: 1 Small.
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Handy to knowShade at midday in summer: No shade for this playground. Established trees in the surrounding area may provide shade for spectators & at other times during the day.
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Handy to knowParking: off street parking.
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Handy to knowCouncil operates a smokefree policy covering this playground.
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Spot a problem?

Spotted broken gear, a hazard, or something that needs a fix? Let Queenstown-Lakes District know. They look after this park.

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From the crew

Visits

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Chip H.
from Google21 May 2026
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Ashh D.
from Google21 May 2026
Amazing new playground! Lots of creative play structures and what a view! Kids could play for ages here.. they loved it!
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Chris M.
from Google21 May 2026
Nice Playground.
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Rich E.
from Google21 May 2026
Weird smell comes off the rubber matting when the day is sunny. Excellent playground for the little ones, otherwise.
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Danilo S.
from Google21 May 2026
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Ivan S.
from Google21 May 2026
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