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Totara Park.

Totara Park. 

Ecological Bush * Playgrounds * Walkway * Swimming Pool

Totara Park is one of Manukau's largest parks. Stretching over 216 hectares Totara Park has something for everyone.

Enjoy a tranquil, country atmosphere just minutes from the Manukau city centre (next to the Auckland Botanic Gardens). Relax and unwind amongst superb flora and fauna or stroll through rolling farmland, taking in views from Glenbrook and Manukau Heads to Rangitoto Island.

There are a number of walks ranging from twenty to forty-five minutes and a 3km farm track. The walks are relatively easy with steps provided in steeper places.

The Totara Park Pool is a free outside pool and paddling pool supervised by lifeguards.

Opening Hours: 10.00am to 6.00pm - November to March
10am to 8pm - December to February.

  • The main picnic area is just off Wairere Road. You can take your own gas barbecue.
  • There is an adventure playground close to the main picnic area in Wairere Road. There is also a playground near the swimming pool.
  • There is a free tennis court available all year round. If others want to play you should limit your game to thirty minutes.
  • Mountain biking is permitted along the bridle trail.
  • Horses may be ridden on the farm track during daylight hours. Please watch out for walkers and joggers.
  • Converted from the original farm homestead, Beaufords Reception Lounge is a popular venue for weddings and other functions.

Dogs

Dogs are permitted in some areas of the park provided they are kept under control and do not disturb other park users or wildlife. They are not permitted in the main picnic area or near children's playgrounds.

Brochure

Discover Totara Park info (PDF 336kb) map (PDF 164kb)
The Puhinui Stream Forest trail info (PDF 1.59mb)

Location

90 Wairere Rd, Manurewa

The main entrance to the park is the end of Wairere Road in Manurewa.

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