Ātiu Creek Regional Park
414 Run Road, Tapora

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Track Works – 11 to 22 May 2026.
Track repairs are underway in the Oruawharo River Trail in the Mullet Point area. Keep a lookout for trucks and diggers on all park roads. Follow all directions from signage, contractors and rangers.

Horse riding closed for winter

Due to wet ground conditions, horse riding is closed for winter.

The expected reopening date is Monday 14 September 2026, depending on ground conditions being suitable by that time.

About Ātiu Creek Regional Park

Ātiu Creek Regional Park – Pou kaitiaki standing guardian over all who visit the park.

Ātiu Creek Farm was gifted to Auckland Regional Council by Jackie and Pierre Chatelanat who wanted to ensure that all New Zealanders could enjoy access to the Kaipara Harbour. They wanted to ensure the cultural and heritage values of the area would be protected.

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Animals

Dogs, other animals and pets are prohibited at all Auckland Council regional parks' bookable sites and accommodation. The exception is registered aid dogs. You will need to advise our staff at time of booking if you have a registered aid dog for an exemption.
Dogs are allowed in regional parks only as stated in the dog walking section. All other animals are prohibited at all times, unless you have a permit issued by Auckland Council.

Alcohol

Visible and excessive consumption of alcohol is prohibited.
We may ask you and your group to leave the park and terminate your permit.

Smokefree regional parks

Our regional parks are smoke-free.
Please observe this while staying on or using our regional parks.

Waste

All our regional parks are rubbish free. Take all rubbish and recycling with you when you leave.

Outdoor fires

It is illegal to light a fire outside in all public areas in the Auckland region.

Ātiu Creek Regional Park

Map of Ātiu Creek Regional Park

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Dog walking at Ātiu Creek Regional Park

Our tip

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

Campground
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Prohibited
All times
Estuary
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Prohibited
All times
This covers all adjoining water ways from the Oruawharo river and estuary to the park.
This includes dogs inside vehicles.
Park and foreshore areas
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Prohibited
All times
This covers all areas of parkland and adjoining foreshore.
This includes dogs inside vehicles.

Campground
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	Prohibited All times

Estuary
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	Prohibited All times

Park and foreshore areas
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	Prohibited All times

Dog access rules for other public places

Visit Rules for dogs in public places to check the rules for walking your dog in other public places.

Visit Find a park or beach to check dog-walking rules for other parks and beaches.

Ātiu Creek Regional Park

Map of Ātiu Creek Regional Park

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Facilities at Ātiu Creek Regional Park

Mobility access (partial)

This farm park is accessible using all-terrain mobility equipment. Some paths are suitable for the more powerful models of mobility scooter. For special access provisions contact us on 09 301 0101.

Pram access

Access for prams is possible around most of the park if you follow the formed roads.

Gate access summer

6am to 9pm (Daylight saving)

Gate access winter

6am to 7pm (Non-daylight saving)

Unsealed access road

Main roads leading to the park are sealed. The 1.3 km of road from the park entrance to the main car park is unsealed. A further 3 km of unsealed road leads from the main car park to the campground.

Limited mobility toilet block

Unisex toilet block in the main car park with a wheelchair friendly path, and one in the campground. Some assistance may be needed to reach these toilets.

Toilet block

Two cubicle unisex toilet block located 60 meters to the west of the main car park. One toilet block with 3 unisex cubicles located half way down the eastern side of the campground and is shared with day visitors.

Mobility parking

No designated mobility parking and the surface of the car park is loose gravel. You can park on the wide grassed areas on the perimeter of the car park if you can push a wheelchair over the grass.

Parking

Parking for up to 25 cars at the end of the park entrance road, 1.2kms from the main park entrance gate. Overflow grass parking to the west of the main car park is available if weather permits. Be considerate to traffic flow and other users.

Mobile phone coverage

Some areas on the park have coverage and some do not.

Water supply

Drinking water is from a treated dam supply and is safe to drink. Taps are at the Ātiu Creek campground.

Notice board

Located on the eastern side of the main car park. It has a map, visitor operations information, codes and bylaws. It also includes a tide chart, brochures, and the park ranger contact phone.

Picnic tables

There is one standard picnic table at the car park and one at Solomon’s Bay. A picnic table at the top of the airstrip paddock has can accommodate a wheelchair at the end. You may need help to get a wheelchair to the table.

Interpretation boards

Interpretation boards have history, photographs and show key land marks. These are at the car park, along the Oruawharo River Trail and at the woolshed. Solomon's Bay has a canvas flip book of an artist's interpretation of park and wildlife.

Music

No amplified music is allowed. This includes bluetooth speakers and amplifiers.

Boat ramp

There isn't a boat ramp at this park. The nearest available ramp is at Stables Landing and is Auckland Council owned. It is approximately 10 minutes drive back toward Wellsford.

Jetty

Jetties at Takahe Creek and the main reservoir.

Native bush

Mature and regenerating native and exotic tree species cover more than a third of this park. There are large kauri, tōtara, pūriri and pōhutukawa on the ridges and coastal reaches. These provide a nice contrast to cypress, cedar, Norfolk pine and redwood.

Clearfell Track

45 minutes, 1.8 km
Not suitable for prams or wheelchairs. Check if Clearfell Track is open.

Oruawhero River Trail

3 hours, 7.8 km
Not suitable for prams or wheelchairs. Check if Oruawhero River Trail is open.

Ti Tree Point Trail

15 minutes, 1 km
Not suitable for prams or wheelchairs. Check if Ti Tree Point Trail is open.

Reservoir Walk

2 hours, 5 km
Mountain buggy access but not suitable for wheelchairs or prams. Check if Reservoir Walk is open.

Ātiu Creek Regional Park

Map of Ātiu Creek Regional Park

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Activities at Ātiu Creek Regional Park

Walking

Experience the magnificent vistas of the Kaipara and get up close to native forest and bush. Download the map showing the variety of walking tracks.

Walking

Access for off-road prams is possible around most of the park if you follow the formed roads. Some sections of the road are steep. Most gateways have ramps but you will need to lift your pram over the gates without ramps.

Picnics

Atiu Creek is a great place for a picnic and it is easy to find a picturesque spot of your own. Check picnics for information about large groups and conditions.

Fishing

Fishing is allowed at Ātiu Creek.

The headlands and rocky outcrops between Solomon's Bay and Mullet Creek offer the deepest water for surf casting.

Fishing is limited to the time around high tide because of the long mudflats that run out several hundred metres from the shoreline.

Be careful near the water as the tidal currents are strong and dangerous. Always wear a life jacket.

Kayaking

We do not recommend undertaking water activities on this coastline.

It is difficult to access, very tidal, and is mostly mudflats and wetlands.

Scuba diving

We do not recommend scuba diving around the park. The currents are very strong, and the area is very muddy and tidal.

Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) regulations apply.

Boating

The coastline at Ātiu Creek is difficult to access, very tidal and mainly consists of mudflats and wetlands.

The currents are very strong and dangerous, and you need to take extreme care. We do not recommend accessing the park by watercraft.

Always wear a life jacket.

Orienteering

There are 40 markers located around the park, including an example marker by the noticeboard. Check Orienteering to get the maps, also available from the noticeboard.

Horse riding

There are extensive trails over mixed terrain, farmland and through native and exotic forests. Read more about horse riding.

Drones

Check Flying drones or unmanned aerial vehicles for current rules and guidelines for flying in our parks.

Farm animals viewing

Ātiu Creek is a working farm so you may meet cattle, calves, sheep and lambs during your visit. Feel free to wander through the paddocks containing farm animals. Avoid walking between young stock and their mums. You must follow all safety signs and respect restricted areas. Please leave gates as you find them.

Mountain biking

There are a number of biking tracks available. Check Mountain biking for the types and length of the tracks available.

Bird watching

There is plenty here for the bird enthusiasts. See bird watching for information about what you can see and where.

Weddings

You may need to apply for a permit to have an event or wedding in a regional park. For more information call 09 301 0101 and ask to speak to a sector office.

Ātiu Creek Regional Park

Map of Ātiu Creek Regional Park

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Ātiu Creek Regional Park414 Run Road, Tapora

About Ātiu Creek Regional Park

Book accommodation at Atiu Creek Regional Park

Animals

Alcohol

Smokefree regional parks

Waste

Outdoor fires

Ātiu Creek Regional Park

Map of Ātiu Creek Regional Park

Ātiu Creek Regional Park
414 Run Road, Tapora