BeachHidden gem

Āwhitu Regional Park

Āwhitu, Auckland

Peninsula park with a historic farm homestead, coast walks and a campground.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
3 hours

Āwhitu Regional Park is on the western edge of the peninsula, with sheep farming, the Brook Homestead and tracks to remote beaches. There are views across the Manukau to Whatipu. A quiet, slow corner of the region.

Good to know

  • Check Auckland Council for camping and gate hours
  • Gravel roads inside the park
Best time
Dry weather
Open
All year
Getting there
Sealed then gravel road
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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