Motutawa Avalon Park
Parks
Avalon Park (Motutawa Avalon Park) is One of lower hutt’s best family playgrounds, packed with space to play, picnic and explore.
Climb, swing, drum, splash, and ride your way through a full day out. Kids can tackle the Helix and Spaceball climbing frames, race the twin flying fox, or cool off in the water play stream and sandpit. Bring bikes or scooters for the mini-road cycle track, or head next door to the skatepark.
There’s plenty of open space for games, plus electric BBQs for an easy family picnic.
GOOD FOR:
Toddlers
Older kids
The mini train and mini golf (run by local Lions volunteers) operate on selected Sundays and during school holidays, a favourite for kids when they’re running.
This playground is built for the kids, but if you’re bringing a dog, keep them on a leash and stick to the marked areas.
Say hello to Colin the giant
T-Rex in the pond, feed the ducks, or hire a pedal boat on sunny days.
local tip:
Get there earlier in the day to beat the crowds and make the most of the space. NomNom Pizza is there if you don’t feel like packing a snack.
COFFEE: NomNom Pizza and Onyx Coffee (onsite)
WALKING DISTANCE: 0–2 minutes