Queen Elizabeth Park
Queen Elizabeth Park, located on the stunning Kāpiti Coast, is a vast and diverse park that offers something for everyone, whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or simply a day out with family and friends. With a mix of natural landscapes, including wetlands, sand dunes, and forests, the park is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. It boasts an award-winning arrival centre, Ramaroa, where you can find out about the park’s amenities and activities. Queen Elizabeth Park also offers a range of outdoor activities such as picnicking, bird watching, walking, cycling, horse riding, and even a historic tram ride to the beach.
Why it's special
Varied outdoor experiences
Queen Elizabeth Park stands out for its vast array of natural features and activities. The park is home to a mix of landscapes, from serene wetlands and sand dunes to coastal views and remnants of kahikatea forest. There are trails to explore on foot, bike, or horseback, offering a variety of experiences. The Te Ara o Whareroa trail, a scenic, sealed track, is particularly ideal for family bike rides and offers easy access for pushchairs and wheelchairs. For those interested in history, the park is home to a heritage tram that transports visitors to the nearby beach, where they can enjoy swimming or fishing.
Ideal for active families
Queen Elizabeth Park is designed with families in mind, providing accessible and safe options for outdoor recreation. The park is well-equipped with various amenities, including playgrounds, picnic areas, and barbecues, making it a perfect spot for a day out with loved ones. Trails that cater to different levels of difficulty ensure that everyone can enjoy the outdoors, whether it’s a gentle stroll through the wetlands or a longer bike ride along the coastal path. Additionally, the park welcomes dogs in most areas, adding to its family-friendly atmosphere.
Play
- Playground
Exercise
- Walking tracks
- Cycling trails
- Horse riding
Relax
- Seating area
- Shaded area
- Picnic area
- Park
- Bird watching
- Beach access
Facilities
- Toilet
- Historic tram
Animals
- Horse friendly
- Dog friendly (dogs are welcome in all parts of the park, except for the Te Ara o Tipapa Loop and Dune Swamp Loop.)
Open hours
Always open to foot traffic.
Vehicle gates are open
- 8am-6pm 1 April – 30 Sept
- 8am-9pm 1 Oct – 31 Mar
Historic tram
- 11:00 am - 4.30 pm Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays
Entrances
- Mackays Crossing entrance off SH1
- Paekākāriki entrances
- Raumati South entrances
Parking
Public transport
Bus: Take a No. 250 bus from Paraparaumu railway station to Jeep Rd, Raumati South.
Nearby
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