North Auckland’s Best Playgrounds
- By: Auckland for Kids
North Auckland has a wide range of styles of playgrounds for families and kids to enjoy.
From large destination parks to neighbourhood playgrounds to pocket parks there are plenty of free outdoor playgrounds to discover with the kids to have some free fun and burn off some energy – regardless of what age or stage your kids are at.
So head out North to discover some of Auckland must visit playgrounds.

Sunny Crescent Playground: Fun for Families in Huapai
Discover Sunny Crescent Playground in Huapai in North-West Auckland – a family-friendly spot with exciting play equipment, beautiful surroundings, and nearby attractions. Perfect for a fun-filled day out with the kids!

Explore Sanders Reserve and Bike Park in Auckland with Your Kids
Looking for a great spot in Auckland where the whole family can have fun? Sanders Reserve and Bike Park is the perfect place! Whether you have toddlers, school-age kids, or teens, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Sherwood Reserve Playground: A Perfect Play Haven for Kids in Browns Bay
Sherwood Reserve Playground in Browns Bay, Auckland is a top choice for families seeking outdoor adventure. Nestled in the heart of Auckland’s North Shore, this enchanting playground promises a delightful escape for children and parents alike.

Discover Warkworth’s Shoesmith Reserve Playground
Experience the magic of Warkworth’s Shoesmith Reserve Playground, where fun and culture come together in a vibrant play space for kids of all ages.

Locket Reserve Playground in Glenfield
Visit this enjoyable local play space with your whanau at Locket Reserve in Glenfield on Auckland’s North Shore.

Manuka Reserve Playground in Bayview
Kids will love playing at this new playground at Manuka Reserve in Bayview on Auckland’s North Shore.

Fields kid-friendly cafe and playground in Albany
Fields is a kid-friendly cafe and eatery in Albany on the North Shore of Auckland with a fully fenced children’s playground.

Lynn Reserve Playground in Bayview
Enjoyable neighbourhood playground in Bayfeild on Auckland’s North Shore. Families with younger children will like the colourful playground and learn-to-ride bike paths.

Fun Arkles Bay playground for kids in Whangaparaoa
Fun playground in Ferry Road, Arkels Bay on the Whangaparaoa Peninsula with a large geodome climbing frame, basket swings, slide and more play equipment for the kids to enjoy playing on.

Devonport Playground on Auckland’s North Shore
Fun children’s playground on Devonport’s waterfront park on the North Shore inspired by Auckland’s historic wooden Bean Rock Lighthouse.

Day out at Chelsea Sugar Factory cafe, playground, Edmonds Baking school & Heritage Park in Auckland with kids
Our visit to Chelsea Sugar Factory cafe, playground, Edmonds Baking School and the Sugar Factory Tour in Birkenhead on the North Shore of Auckland, New Zealand with stunning view of Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Lysander Reserve Playground in Beach Haven
Fun neighbourhood playground for kids and teens with a court for shooting hoops in Beach Haven on the North Shore of Auckland, New Zealand.

Takapuna Beach Reserve Playground
Takapuna Beach Playground is a modern playground for kids adjacent to Takapuna Beach on the North Shore of Auckland, New Zealand.

Marlborough Park Playground in Glenfield
Basket swing and swing at Marlborough Park Playground (Photo Credit: Numat) Marlborough Park playground is a modern playground for all ages of children and youth in Glenfield on the North Shore of

Greville Reserve Bike Track and Playground
Greville Reserve Fun bike track and playground in Forest Hill on the North Shore for children. Greville Reserve in Forrest Hill on the North Shore has a fun park and a bike

Schopolo playground
Schopolo Playground Fun neighbourhood playground in Schnapper Rock, Albany on the North Shore for children of all ages. Schopolo playground has a large spacenet, swings, slides and lookout that caters to

Whenuapai Settlement Playground
This Whenuapai Settlement Playground is packed full of fun and had plenty to keep my son (Tristan 7 yrs) and daughter (Cheverny 5 yrs) very entertained indeed! The massive tunnel slide definitely