Last updated July 2026
Birkenhead Skatepark is located within Birkenhead War Memorial Park on Auckland’s North Shore, close to the Birkenhead town centre. The skatepark sits alongside a BMX pump track, providing combined facilities for skaters and riders on one site. The park also includes a playground, sports fields, walking tracks, and the adjacent Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre. The skatepark and pump track are free to use, while the leisure centre charges entry fees for its pools, gym, and climbing facilities.
Practical Information
| Location | Mahara Avenue, Birkenhead, Auckland. Access via Recreation Drive, Mahara Avenue and John Court Street. |
| Skatepark | Revamped in 2017 with mini bowl, pyramid, grind ledges and ramps. Elevator access via the pool and leisure centre. |
| BMX pump track | Completed around 2016. Designed for experienced riders with sections suitable for novices, scooters and skateboards. Includes bike fixing station. |
| Wider park facilities | Playground, toilets, changing rooms, car park, picnic tables, seating, cricket nets and pitches, rugby fields, walking tracks. |
| Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre | 46 Mahara Avenue. Outdoor heated 33.3m pool, gym, indoor rock climbing walls, high ropes course. Fees apply. |
| Cost (skatepark and pump track) | Free |
| Dogs | Must be on leash at all times. |
| Accessibility | Main paths wide, flat and concrete. Accessible toilets available. Some steep gradients in parts of the park. |
About Birkenhead Skatepark and Pump Track
Birkenhead Skatepark forms part of the multi-use Birkenhead War Memorial Park recreation complex. The skatepark was revamped and reopened in November 2017, adding a mini skate bowl, pyramid, grind ledges and ramps. It provides a dedicated space for skateboarders and other wheeled users within the larger park setting.
The adjacent BMX pump track was completed around April 2016 after construction began in January that year. It features a series of twists, turns and humps designed primarily for experienced riders, though it includes sections suitable for novices, scooters and skateboards. A bike fixing station is located nearby.
The park is home to additional recreation options including sports fields for cricket and rugby, a playground, walking tracks and the Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre. The leisure centre offers an outdoor heated pool, fully equipped gym and indoor rock climbing facilities with walls ranging from 5m to 12m in height.
Access to the skatepark is possible via an elevator inside the adjacent pool and leisure centre. The park is smokefree and alcohol is banned in designated areas. Dogs must remain on leash throughout the park.
Access and Facilities
The park offers multiple entry points and ample parking. Toilets and changing rooms are available, along with picnic tables and seating. The main paths are wide, flat and concrete, supporting easy movement for most visitors, though some areas feature steeper gradients.
What Visitors Often Say
Visitors appreciate the combination of skatepark and pump track in one convenient location, noting it works well for families with different interests. The facilities are described as well-maintained with good variety for different skill levels.
Many highlight the park’s additional amenities like the playground and sports fields, making it a versatile spot for a full day out. The proximity to the leisure centre is frequently mentioned as a bonus for those wanting to combine activities.
Where to Learn More
Auckland Council — Birkenhead War Memorial Park: Official page with park details, facilities, accessibility information and rules.
Auckland Leisure — Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre: Current opening hours, pool schedules, prices and climbing information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Birkenhead Skatepark?
Mahara Avenue, Birkenhead, within Birkenhead War Memorial Park on Auckland’s North Shore.
Is there a BMX pump track?
Yes, adjacent to the skatepark. It was completed around 2016 and suits experienced riders with some novice sections.
Is the skatepark free?
Yes, the skatepark and pump track are free to use. The neighbouring pool and leisure centre charges fees.
When was the skatepark revamped?
The skatepark was improved and reopened in November 2017 with new features including a mini bowl and ramps.
What facilities are at the leisure centre?
Outdoor heated pool, gym, indoor rock climbing walls of various heights, and high ropes course.
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times in the park.
Is the park accessible?
Main paths are wide and flat. An elevator provides access to the skatepark from the leisure centre, though some areas have steeper gradients.
What other activities are available?
The park includes a playground, cricket and rugby fields, walking tracks, picnic areas and toilets.
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