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Get a horse riding pass
You can ride your horse in some regional parks around Auckland with a horse riding pass.
Register for a free horse riding pass
You need a pass to ride a horse in a regional park. The pass is valid from the date of issue until 30 September.
As a registered rider, you will:
- receive the park combination codes needed to open some of the gates
- get information on track or park closures
- learn about new riding opportunities
- ensure your details are on file in case of an emergency
- provide us with valuable information about the demand for horse riding across the region.
You must have your pass with you when you are riding in a regional park.
You can see more about access and riding group size limits for individual regional parks on the
Where to ride a horse page.
Our tip
Call us on 09 301 0101 if:
- you want to ride in a group larger than the park limit
- you are organising a horse riding event
- your horse riding could be defined as commercial activity.
How to apply
Complete an application form the first time you apply for a pass and send it to
regionalparks@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or post to:
Auckland Regional Parks
Auckland Council
Private Bag 92300
Auckland 1142
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We will contact you when we receive your application.
Renew your horse riding pass
To renew your horse riding pass, contact our regional parks team on
09 366 2000.
You do not need to complete an application form.
Horse riding at Ambury Regional Park
You can arrange riding at
Ambury Regional Park through the
Mangere Pony Club.
You will not need a horse riding pass.
Related topics
Guidelines for riding horses at regional parks and beaches | | https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/parks-recreation/get-outdoors/outdoor-activities/horse-riding/Pages/guidelines-riding-horses-regional-parks-beaches.aspx | Guidelines for riding horses at regional parks and beaches | You must follow our terms and conditions for riding a horse in regional parks and beaches. | | | | | aspx | | | | | | | | | | | |
Where you can ride a horse | | https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/parks-recreation/get-outdoors/outdoor-activities/horse-riding/Pages/where-you-can-ride-horse.aspx | Where you can ride a horse | Find out what regional parks and beaches allow you to ride a horse. | | | | | aspx | | | | | | | | | | | |
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