Manuka Reserve
215 Manuka Road, Bayview

About Manuka Reserve

Manuka Reserve - Dog agility course by the field in the middle of the park. Photo credit: S Hulse.

This large park has a great network of paths and boardwalks, and a is surrounded by bush.

There is plenty of space for a variety of recreational activities. Go for a walk through the bush, or take the steps down to the beach to take in the views of Hellyers Creek.

Access the car park from the end of Manuka Road. Pedestrians can also access from Thistledew, Hotspur and Houston places.

A car park, playground, toilets, fitness equipment (dog agility course), basketball court, picnic tables, seating, drinking fountain, and a boat ramp are inside the park.

Follow the 2.5km Manuka Reserve Path through to Lynn Reserve.

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.

Dog walking at Manuka Reserve

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.

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
Applies to areas near any playgrounds when in use. Check Rules for dogs in public places to learn more about your responsibilities.
Dog exercise area
Image of dog sign All timesAll times
Off-leash
All times
This covers all areas of the dog agility course.
Foreshore areas
Image of dog sign All timesAll times
Off-leash
All times
Car park and boat ramp
Image of dog sign All timesAll times
On-leash
All times
All other areas
Image of dog sign All timesAll times
Off-leash
All times

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 exercise area
Image of dog sign	All timesAll times
	Off-leash All times

Foreshore areas
Image of dog sign	All timesAll times
	Off-leash All times

Car park and boat ramp
Image of dog sign	All timesAll times
	On-leash All times

All other areas
Image of dog sign	All timesAll times
	Off-leash 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.

Playgrounds at Manuka Reserve

Manuka Reserve - Climbing and balancing equipment. Photo credit: S Hulse.

Small modern playground with climbing and balancing equipment, a slide and swings.

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
Swinging
Sliding
Balancing
Imaginative play

Playground Surface

Bark

Shade

There is a shade sail over a small section of the playground. Bring a hat and sunscreen.

Fencing

Not fenced

Accessible features at this playground

There is an accessible basket swing in the main play area.

Manuka Reserve215 Manuka Road, Bayview

About Manuka Reserve

Manuka Reserve
215 Manuka Road, Bayview