Takapuna Beach Reserve
Also known as Takapuna Beach

37 The Strand, Takapuna

About Takapuna Beach Reserve

Takapuna Beach Reserve - Accessible toilets and bathroom.

Takapuna Beach Reserve has something for everyone, including a staggering view of Rangitoto Island.

There are benches, lounge chairs and hammocks for you to relax with a book or listen to the sound of the waves.

Two playgrounds provide plenty for the kids of all ages to enjoy, including for those with accessible needs. Large open grassed spaces and established trees are perfect for recreational activities or relaxing with a picnic.

Have fun on and in the ocean with a kayak, paddle board or a swim. At low tide you can access the full length of the beach. We don't have lifeguards so you need to be careful with any water activities.

The nearby Takapuna Beach boat ramp provides access for other water activities.

Parking (including mobility), picnic tables, toilets and changing rooms, barbecue, outdoor shower and a drinking fountain are also available at this reserve. These facilities are also available to users of the adjacent Gould Reserve.

Accessible bathroom facilities: Changing Places NZ has provided a fully accessible bathroom at this reserve. Visit the Changing Places website to find out how to access these facilities.

Safeswim: to check for live information on water quality and safe swimming conditions at this beach, see the Safeswim website.

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. Visit 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 Takapuna Beach Reserve

Mobility Parking ‑ There is a mobility car parking space available at The Promenade carpark and at the The Strand entrance to the park and beach.
Pedestrian access ‑ Open 24 hours.
Parking ‑ There is parking for cars with and without trailers available at The Promenade. Time restrictions apply. Paid street parking available at The Strand. Check signs for timings and cost.

What to see and do at Takapuna Beach Reserve

Toilets and changing room ‑ There is a toilet block available with changing rooms. This is located by the main beach access on The Strand. Open 7am to 9pm in summer and 7am to 7pm in winter.
Picnic tables ‑ Feel free to set up your own picnic site. There are also some picnic tables located in the park and at The Strand, Sanders Avenue and Park Avenue beach access points.
Dinghy ramp ‑ Dinghy ramp at the end of O'Neills Road.
Boat ramp ‑ Boat and dinghy ramps are off the The Strand and the Promenade car park. Car park available nearby has restrictions. Read signs available for time restrictions.
Drinking fountain ‑ Drinking fountain is next to the shower at Ewen Sreet.
Barbecues ‑ Barbecues are located near the playground and boat ramp.
Outdoor shower ‑ There are five outdoor showers located at some of the access points to the beach on The Strand, Sanders and Park avenues, Ewen Street and Hauraki Road.
Playground ‑ Large playground near The Strand at the southern end of the reserve.

Dog walking at Takapuna Beach 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.

Beach areas
Image of dog sign WinterWinter SummerSummer
Off-leash
2pm - 10am
Off-leash
5pm - 10am
On-leash
10am - 2pm
Prohibited
10am - 5pm
Reserve areas
Image of dog sign WinterWinter SummerSummer
Off-leash
2pm - 10am
Off-leash
5pm - 10am
On-leash
10am - 2pm
On-leash
10am - 5pm
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

Reserve areas
Image of dog sign	WinterWinter	SummerSummer
	Off-leash 2pm - 10am	Off-leash 5pm - 10am
	On-leash 10am - 2pm	On-leash 10am - 5pm

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

Dog access rules for other public places

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

Playgrounds at Takapuna Beach Reserve

Takapuna Beach Reserve - Communication board with a wide range of words and pictures, and instructions on how to use it.

This reserve has two playgrounds.

The large playground for older kids sits between The Strand and the beach. The multi-level tower has plenty to keep everyone entertained with high covered slides, large climbing net and ladders. There are also trampolines, a two-bay swing set, a hamster wheel and a seesaw.

The second playground caters for smaller children and those with accessibility needs, and sits between the accessible toilet block and the beach.

The wheelchair accessible play equipment includes a large rocking truck, a self-propelled swing and a seesaw.

There is also a communication board, interactive talking tubes and and sensory flowers, and a low climbing mound with a wide slide.

Grass and picnic areas near the playground make this a great place for families to visit.

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
Crawling
Imaginative play
Sensory play
Sliding
Sound play
Swinging

Playground Surface

Wet pour rubber surface

Shade

A shade sail covers the climbing mound and low slide. Nearby trees provide some shade. Bring a hat and sunscreen.

Fencing

Not fenced

Accessible features at this playground

The large playground has a hamster wheel and basket swings suitable for all abilities.

The small playground has a wheelchair accessible rocking truck, self-propelled swing, and a seesaw. A communication board with pictures provides opportunities to introduce words during play.

Facilities at Takapuna Beach Reserve

Toilets and changing room

There is a toilet block available with changing rooms. This is located by the main beach access on The Strand. Open 7am to 9pm in summer and 7am to 7pm in winter.

Beach

There are eight access points to the beach. You can access the beach from The Promenade, The Strand, Blomfield Spa, Sanders and Park avenues, walkway off William Street, Ewen Street and Hauraki Road.

Mobility Parking

There is a mobility car parking space available at The Promenade carpark and at the The Strand entrance to the park and beach.

Picnic tables

Feel free to set up your own picnic site. There are also some picnic tables located in the park and at The Strand, Sanders Avenue and Park Avenue beach access points.

Dinghy ramp

Dinghy ramp at the end of O'Neills Road.

Boat ramp

Boat and dinghy ramps are off the The Strand and the Promenade car park. Car park available nearby has restrictions. Read signs available for time restrictions.

Drinking fountain

Drinking fountain is next to the shower at Ewen Sreet.

Accessible bathroom facilities

Changing Places NZ has provided a fully accessible bathroom at this reserve. Visit the Changing Places website to find out how to access these facilities.

Barbecues

Barbecues are located near the playground and boat ramp.

Outdoor shower

There are five outdoor showers located at some of the access points to the beach on The Strand, Sanders and Park avenues, Ewen Street and Hauraki Road.

Pedestrian access

Open 24 hours.

Toilets

Toilets are located at the Hauraki Road end of the beach and in the reserve off The Strand near the playground. Open 7am to 9pm in summer and 7am to 7pm in winter.

Playground

Large playground near The Strand at the southern end of the reserve.

Parking

There is parking for cars with and without trailers available at The Promenade. Time restrictions apply. Paid street parking available at The Strand. Check signs for timings and cost.

Activities at Takapuna Beach Reserve

Walking

At low tide you can walk the length of the beach from The Promenade all the way to Hauraki Road which is approximately 1.3km.

Picnics

Feel free to set up your own picnic site. There are also some picnic tables located in the park and at The Strand, Sanders Avenue and Park Avenue beach access points.

Kayaking

Launch from the beach or the boat ramp.

Drones

See Flying drones and unmanned aerial vehicles to find rules, guidelines and our code of conduct for flying UAVs and drones.

Swimming

This beach is not patrolled most of the year, so be careful when swimming. There is a summer swim, run and paddleboard series that is hosted here, see Beach Series for more information.

Weddings

A popular location for ceremonies. Apply for an event permit to secure an area on your special day.

Boating

Launch from the boat ramp located off The Promenade.

Takapuna Beach ReserveAlso known as Takapuna Beach

About Takapuna Beach Reserve

How to access Takapuna Beach Reserve

What to see and do at Takapuna Beach Reserve

Takapuna Beach Reserve
Also known as Takapuna Beach