Lloyd Elsmore Park
2R Bells Road, Pakuranga Heights

About Lloyd Elsmore Park

Lloyd Elsmore Park - BMX pump track.

Lloyd Elsmore Park is one of Auckland's largest multi-use parks.

The park has a range of fields and facilities for wheeled activities and team sports including:

hockey
netball
cricket
baseball
rugby
racquet sports (such as tennis and badminton).

There is plenty of open space for passive recreation, and there are two playgrounds catering for a wide age range. The Lloyd Elsmore Park Pool and Leisure Centre is also in the park and has a splash pad.

Take a step back in time by visiting the Howick Historical Village which presents life in mid-19th century Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

The park is also home to the Howick Little Theatre where you can enjoy cultural and heritage activities.

Access the park from Pakuranga Highway and Cascades Road. Pedestrians can also access from Aviemore Drive.

A playground, toilets and changing rooms, parking (including mobility), skate facilities, and seating are inside the park.

Follow the Lloyd Elsmore Path through the park.

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 Lloyd Elsmore Park

Mobility car parks ‑ Mobility parking is available inside the park. Access from Pakuranga Highway and Cascades Road. Gates open 7am to 9pm in summer and 7am to 7pm in winter.
Car park ‑ Access the park from Pakuranga Highway and Cascades Road. Gates open 7am to 9pm in summer and 7am to 7pm in winter.

What to see and do at Lloyd Elsmore Park

Drinking fountain
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 tables

Dog walking at Lloyd Elsmore Park

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.

On the playground
Image of dog sign All TimesAll Times
Prohibited
All times
Applies to the:
- fenced Lloyd Elsmore Park playground
- bark of the Nan Bell Memorial childrens playground
- Lloyd Elsmore marble run.
Near the playground
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On-leash
All times
Includes areas near any playground when in use. Check Rules for dogs in public places to learn more about your responsibilities.
On sports surfaces
Image of dog sign All TimesAll Times
Prohibited
All times
Applies to the:
- football, rugby and touch pitches
- cricket ovals and cricket nets
- fenced baseball fields
- skate park and
- BMX track.
Near sports surfaces
Image of dog sign All TimesAll Times
On-leash
All times
This covers areas near any sports surface when in use. Check Rules for dogs in public places to learn more about your responsibilities.
Near Homestead Cafe and Howick Historical Village
Image of dog sign All TimesAll Times
On-leash
All times
Applies to the Homestead Café, and within 10m of the fence surrounding the café and historical village.
Car parking areas
Image of dog sign All TimesAll Times
On-leash
All times
Includes when getting your dog in or out of the car and walking through a car park.
All other park areas
Image of dog sign All TimesAll Times
Off-leash
All times
Includes:
- between Botany Creek, Sir Lloyd Drive and Bells Road
- fenced area next to the Croquet Club
- all other areas not already listed.

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

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

On sports surfaces
Image of dog sign	All TimesAll Times
	Prohibited All times

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

Near Homestead Cafe and Howick Historical Village
Image of dog sign	All TimesAll Times
	On-leash All times

Car parking areas
Image of dog sign	All TimesAll Times
	On-leash All times

All other park areas
Image of dog sign	All TimesAll Times
	Off-leash All times

Dog access rules for other public places

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

Playgrounds at Lloyd Elsmore Park

Lloyd Elsmore Park - Set of four swings and a small sling swing. Photo credit: S Hulse.

This fully fenced playground has a bark play surface with lots of surrounding grassland. It has a wheelchair swing and is located across the road from a pool and leisure centre.

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

Type of play

Climbing
Rocking
Sliding
Spinning
Swinging
Sound play

Playground Surface

Bark

Shade

There is no shade over the playground. Bring a hat and sunscreen.

Fencing

Fenced

Accessible features at this playground

A wheelchair swing and sound play is provided.

Facilities at Lloyd Elsmore Park

Drinking fountain

Mobility car parks

Mobility parking is available inside the park. Access from Pakuranga Highway and Cascades Road. Gates open 7am to 9pm in summer and 7am to 7pm in winter.

Car park

Access the park from Pakuranga Highway and Cascades Road. Gates open 7am to 9pm in summer and 7am to 7pm in winter.

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 tables

Bike track

Toilets and changing rooms

Open 7am to 9pm in summer and 7am to 7pm in winter.

Activities at Lloyd Elsmore Park

Skating

There are grind rails, a funbox and ledge at this park.

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!

Lloyd Elsmore Park2R Bells Road, Pakuranga Heights

About Lloyd Elsmore Park

How to access Lloyd Elsmore Park

What to see and do at Lloyd Elsmore Park

Lloyd Elsmore Park
2R Bells Road, Pakuranga Heights