Waterview Reserve

19 Herdman Street, Waterview

About Waterview Reserve

Waterview Reserve – Accessible car park at the Waterbank Crescent entrance, with the basketball court in the background.

Waterview Reserve is a fantastic park to visit with a range of activities for kids of all ages.

The park has:

a well-equipped playground and water play area
a learn-to-ride bike track for small riders and a BMX track for the more adventurous
skateboard and scooter tracks for beginner and intermediate riders
a full sized basketball court
a beach volleyball court
a whare structure for shade and shelter.

The accessible toilet is next to the playground. Accessible paths connect the play areas to the Waterview Heritage Area and Te Auaunga (Oakley Creek).

The splash pad is turned on for the summer only, and operates seven days a week from 10am to 8pm.

You need to know

Animals

Dogs must be on leash at all times in our parks unless otherwise stated in the dog walking section.

Alcohol

Alcohol is banned from some public places in Auckland. See Alcohol bans to find out the rules for each park and view ban maps.

Smokefree parks

Our parks are all smokefree.

Waste

Use bins where provided to dispose of your rubbish. If there are no bins take all rubbish and recycling with you when you leave.

Outdoor fires

It is illegal to light open fires in public areas in the Auckland region.

How to access Waterview Reserve

Pedestrian access - 24 hours

Waterview Reserve accessible map

Map of Waterview Reserve accessible map

PDF download

Dog walking at Waterview Reserve

Our tip

Always follow the rules on where you can walk your dog on our website even if the information on park signs does not match. Call us on 09 301 0101 if you need help.
Read more about the dog access rules in Policy on dogs.

All other reserve areas
Image of dog sign All TimesAll Times
On-leash
All times
Applies to all other reserve areas including areas of Howlett Reserve south of the accessway and open spaces adjacent to Waterbank Crescent and State Highway 20.
On the sports field
Image of dog sign All TimesAll Times
Prohibited
All times
This covers all sports surfaces.
Near the sports field
Image of dog sign All TimesAll Times
On-leash
All times
This covers areas near any sports surface when in use.
On the playground
Image of dog sign All TimesAll Times
Prohibited
All times
Waterview-Howlett walkway
Image of dog sign All TimesAll Times
Off-leash
All times
Applies to the Waterview-Howlett Walkway (esplanade path adjacent to Te Auaunga (Oakley Creek) between the Howlett Street accessway and Howlett Reserve.
Near the playground
Image of dog sign All TimesAll Times
On-leash
All times

All other reserve areas
Image of dog sign	All TimesAll Times
	On-leash All times

On the sports field
Image of dog sign	All TimesAll Times
	Prohibited All times

Near the sports field
Image of dog sign	All TimesAll Times
	On-leash All times

On the playground
Image of dog sign	All TimesAll Times
	Prohibited All times

Waterview-Howlett walkway
Image of dog sign	All TimesAll Times
	Off-leash All times

Near the playground
Image of dog sign	All TimesAll Times
	On-leash All times

Dog access rules for other public places

See the Auckland region dog access rules that cover other public areas.

Waterview Reserve accessible map

Map of Waterview Reserve accessible map

PDF download

Playgrounds at Waterview Reserve

This is a fantastic playground for all ages, featuring sand play with a mini digger, sand equipment, and a beach volleyball net. Fun and exciting water play areas are also situated around the playground, and a mini cycle track for kids surrounds the playground.

A basketball court, netball hoop, and large grassy area is also available. A standing gazebo offers shade, and there is easy wheelchair and pram access to all equipment.

Playground safety rules and tips

Follow these rules to keep yourself and others safe:

Playgrounds are risky and designed to challenge – always supervise children.
Use play equipment as it is intended.
Playgrounds are for everyone – respect others, take turns.

Summer tips:

Playground surfaces get hot – check before using and wear appropriate clothing and shoes.
Play when it’s cool and avoid the heat of the day.
Be sunsmart.

Age group

Suitable for:

Preschool
Junior
Senior
Youth

Type of play

Climbing
Sliding
Rocking
Swinging
Imaginative play
Water play
Sand play

Playground Surface

BarkRubber

Shade

Partial shade, but bring sunscreen and hat.

Waterview Reserve accessible map

Map of Waterview Reserve accessible map

PDF download

Facilities at Waterview Reserve

Basketball

There is a fullsized basketball court at the Waterbank Crescent side of the park.

Beach volley ball

The beach volley ball court is near the playground.

Pedestrian access

24 hours

Toilets

Located next to the playground. Open 7am to 9pm in summer and 7am to 7pm in winter.

Drinking fountains

There are drinking fountains close to the playground and the BMX track.

Seating

There is plenty of seating available throughout the park.

Bus stops

The closest bus stops are near the intersection of Herdman Crescent and Great North Road.

Skatepark

Skate park safety rules

Our skate parks are not supervised.

Follow these rules to keep yourself and others safe:

Wear a well-fitting helmet and other protective gear.
Skate to your ability – don't try new tricks until you're confident.
Don't sit in or walk through the skating area.
Skate parks are for everyone – take turns, be courteous and have fun!

Picnic areas

There are picnic tables and seating near the playground.

Accessible parking

There is one accessible car park space at the Waterbank Crescent entrance.

Disabled access

This park is well connected with accessible footpaths.

Heritage area

Find out about the history of the area which once housed a bustling village, brickyard, tannery, flax mill and a flour mill.

Limited mobility toilet block

The accessible toilet with wheelchair friendly paths is next to the playground, at the Herdman and Waterbank Crescent entrances. Open 7am to 9pm in summer and 7am to 7pm in winter.

Barbecue

The barbecue is near the playground at the Herdman Crescent entrance.

Whare

The whare structure next to the playground provides shade and shelter all year round.

Waterview Reserve accessible map

Map of Waterview Reserve accessible map

PDF download

Facilities at Waterview Reserve

Splash pad

Operates in summer only.
Bring the kids to enjoy our fun and exciting splash pad and water play area in the middle of the playground.

Walking

The paths throughout the park are good for walking. There are some steep areas, and steps up to the bridge in the heritage area.

Cycling

The park has a learn-to-ride bike track for small riders and a BMX track for the more adventurous.

Picnics

There are plenty of nice spots around the reserve that are suitable for having a picnic.

Volleyball

The court is next to the playground and basketball court.

Basketball

The full court is between the playground and volleyball court on the corner of Herdman Street and Waterbank Crescent.

Skating

Waterview Reserve skate park has a bowled transition area with boxes, rails and stairs plus a learn-to-ride and BMX track.

Skate park safety rules

Our skate parks are not supervised.

Follow these rules to keep yourself and others safe:

Wear a well-fitting helmet and other protective gear.
Skate to your ability – don't try new tricks until you're confident.
Don't sit in or walk through the skating area.
Skate parks are for everyone – take turns, be courteous and have fun!

Walking

Visit the Auckland Transport website to find out about the Northwestern and Waterview shared paths and download the maps. Both paths can be accessed from the park.

Waterview Reserve accessible map

Map of Waterview Reserve accessible map

PDF download