Long tube slide running down a grassy bank at Nixon Park playground, Kingsland, AucklandPhoto: Hayden D.Open on map

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Playground

Nixon Park

11 Central Road, Kingsland, Auckland 1021

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Best suited to
Toddler zone0–4Child5–9Tween10+
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Why these ages?

Junior corner explicitly has small carousel, junior slide and basket swing for younger visitors; embankment slides built into a grass bank are toddler-friendly by design (no fall height). Description says it suits toddlers through early primary. Skatepark and basketball half-court extend appeal to tweens. Skate is a separate zone within the wider reserve so it's distance not adjacency.

Accessibility
Partial access
Access notes

The description says the play surface is a mix of artificial matting and grass, and although one review reports no accessible parking, the description states off street parking is on site, so overall access is unclear.

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Equipment

Nixon Park in Kingsland, Auckland, centres on a set of embankment slides built into a grassy bank, alongside swings and a multi play structure with a slide, making it a solid neighbourhood playground for toddlers through to early primary school kids.

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  • Raghav A.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Nixon Park is a large park having great facilities e.g. flood lights etc. for Rugby and other games. The access is via Central Road and Bond Street on the other end. We parked on Central Road while visiting this park. There is a kids skate park along with a full sized basket ball court. There is a small kids playground installed on site too. This makes the area equally popular with families. We visited it on a weekend and the day was bright and sunny. Kids had a great time in the playground and spent a lot of time having fun there. Athol Morris walkway goes through this park. Overall highly recommended.

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  • Joanie A.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    What a lovely morning! 🌞 I absolutely adore wisteria. Every time I drive on SH16/North Western motorway …

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  • Pranesh C.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Nixon Park is a great community space with a mix of recreational facilities. It features a playground, a basketball half-court, a skate park, and open grassy areas, making it ideal for families, sports enthusiasts, and dog walkers. The park is well-maintained and offers a peaceful atmosphere, though parking can be limited on busy days. With its convenient location and variety of activities, Nixon Park is a fantastic spot for outdoor fun and relaxation. Even it has kids playground and public toilets.

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  • Sir G.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Cool little skatepark, a lot of wronguns tend to be wandering around being weird but that’s standard.

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  • Taj S.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Nixon Park in Kingsland, Central Auckland, is a great place to go out and chill. I went there to go on a bike tour, with a group of bikers. The tour was sponsored by Auckland Transport to promote healthy transport practices. We used push …

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  • Aubrie D.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    This park includes a football field, basketball area, skating area, playground, and access to bike lane.

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  • Nivashar
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Love this park, it’s amazing to either chill on the bench seats, walk & play fetch with your dog, or even play on the playground! Such a lovely park & then you have the walkway that walks alongside the motorway, just watch out for bicycles & scooters & your be fine. I really recommend this park to play & ample parking around it too.

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  • Abram B.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Nice slides!! Some swings but very sunny in the afternoon.

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  • Joshua F.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Great park. Small quarters and bigger ones. Go check it out cause I aint saying what else is there that is definitely the highlight of my skate time there. Seriously go there and have an awesome session. For parent skaters like me... there are really cool slides adjoining the skatepark. Open playing fields and amenities on-site. Ample parking.

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  • Geoff W.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Perfect little spot for everyone. Skatepark, basketball courts, fun looking slides for kids, and plenty of grassy areas for all sorts - saw weight lifting clubs, gymnastics clubs, yoga clubs, some rugby and much more.

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