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Tui Glen Playground

Tui Glen Reserve, Henderson, Auckland 0612

4.7
218
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Best suited to
Toddler zone0–4Child5–9Tween10+
NearbyTall dropWaterRoadAt a distance
Why these ages?

Adventure-style tall wooden towers, 4m nest baskets, dual flying fox and tunnel slides make this a magnet for 6-10yos and tweens (reviews confirm). A separate preschool area exists but reviewers explicitly say better suited to older kids. Surrounding one-way road has no barriers, and Oratia Stream borders the reserve, so 2-4yos need close supervision.

Accessibility
Partial access
+ Step-free path to the play
Access notes

Reserve paths are described as wide and sealed for scooting and cycling between the two play zones, which likely also supports wheelchair and pram movement, though the text does not confirm this directly. No accessible parking, toilet or play surface detail is given.

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Baby swingsClimbing frameFencedFlying foxParkingPicnic tablesSandpitShadeSlideSwingsToddler areaSign in to add

Tui Glen Playground sits inside the historic Tui Glen Reserve in Henderson, West Auckland, built around a treetop theme with tall wooden towers, crow's nest lookouts, and an enclosed wobbly bridge for confident climbers. The standout feature is a dual, side-by-side flying fox that lets kids race each other, making this a strong pick for primary age children through to tweens.

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  • Courtney S.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Great playground and facilities. Beware of the “real fruit ice cream” van that comes around - paid $11.50 for a mango ice cream that was just vanilla. Told him this and he insisted it was mango 🙄 Coffee was also terrible. Tried to support the guy for hustling on a Sunday and I don’t like leaving bad reviews but don’t want anyone else to have a bad experience.

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  • Bex C.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Such a cool playground, especially for kids 6-10 years old. Lots of shade as well, which is a relief in the heat of summer.

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  • Phillip E.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Alway a very good place to take the kids for a play around. The playground is well set out and always clean and tidy. Lots to climb on and we'll set out. Love the flying fox and the trees and …

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  • Angela D.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    What a cool little park, tucked away off the main road for little bods to enjoy. A variety of different obstacles to tackles and caters for all ages (with a small, original playground still available for the super young ones). Still traffic around as the playground is surrounded by a one way road and no barriers as such to stop them wandering. Great find though!

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  • Rachael L.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Fantastic! Plenty for the big kids to enjoy and an area for the little ones, too (although the park is definitely better suited to older children). LOVE the shade, the plentiful spots for Mum and Dad to sit, and the beautiful park setting with picnic spots nearby. We’ll be back!

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  • Kristine I.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Very nice park with lots of things to do with the little one.. there is a place for biking, scooter, playground.. place to walk around.. there is a river at the back.. i like the place.. nice and quiet.. …

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  • Mark R.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Come here quite regularly as the boys love it. Climbing slides, sandpit, flying fox as well as a good area to kick the ball around.

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  • Auckland (.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    One of the most impressive features of the playground is the baskets that are suspended high above the ground by monkey ropes at a height of four meters. They resemble giant bird nests that offer panoramic views of the park. As an adult, I was afraid when I climbed the ropes, feeling every vibration and shaking of the structure. But children of three years old easily climb the ropes, deftly clinging to rope ladders and nets. They show no fear or discomfort with the movement of the rope structure when they reach the baskets and enjoy the thrill of being so high. Children just as easily descend by themselves, using ropes and ladders.

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  • Hercules
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Great park. Lots of different age type playground swings and slides etc. Also a Flying fox and big slide.

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  • Tobias
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Pretty cool playground. Has some unique things like the three progressively taller and taller towers that you can climb up and in between. There are also four hanging nest things which are fun. Then the spiny thing that makes you vomit if …

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