Newlands Skatepark — also known as Pukehuia Park — is a free concrete skatepark in the northern Wellington suburb of Newlands. The park combines a concrete bowl, a pump track and a street section with ledges and rails, giving it a reasonable variety for a neighbourhood facility. For riders in Newlands, Johnsonville and the surrounding northern suburbs, it’s the most conveniently located skate spot in the area.
Practical Information
| Location | Newlands, northern Wellington |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Pukehuia Park |
| Cost | Free |
| Hours | Open during daylight hours, 7 days |
| Features | Concrete bowl, pump track, street section with ledges and rails |
| Disciplines | Skateboarding, scootering, BMX |
About the Skatepark
The layout at Newlands runs as a back-and-forth course with quarter pipes and banks on either side of a central funbox. This style of layout encourages continuous movement — riders can build speed through the run and use the banks and quarter pipes at each end to maintain flow.
The park also includes a concrete bowl for transition skating, a pump track suitable for BMX, scooters and skateboards, and a street section with ledges and rails for trick-based riding. The combination makes it one of the more complete neighbourhood skateparks in Wellington’s northern suburbs — it covers more ground than a single-feature park without being overwhelming for younger or newer riders.
The Newlands location means the skatepark draws riders from Newlands itself and nearby Johnsonville, where the skate options are more limited. The park is set within Pukehuia Park’s open green space, which provides a relaxed environment for riders of all ages.
Where to Learn More
Skate Parks in Wellington — Wellington City Council — full list of Wellington skateparks with addresses and features.
Newlands Skate Park — Skate Finder — location map and community notes.
Newlands Skatepark — Skatepark Hunter — community ratings and visitor descriptions.
FAQ
Where is Newlands Skatepark?
The skatepark is in Newlands, northern Wellington, within Pukehuia Park.
Is it also called Pukehuia Park?
Yes — the skatepark is located within Pukehuia Park and the two names are used interchangeably.
What features does it have?
A concrete bowl, pump track, back-and-forth street run with quarter pipes and banks, and a street section with ledges and rails.
Is it free?
Yes — the skatepark is free to use and open during daylight hours.
Is there a bowl at Newlands Skatepark?
Yes — the park includes a concrete bowl for transition skating alongside the street and pump track sections.
Newlands Skatepark is part of the wider Skate Parks in Wellington guide. Nearby to the north, Tawa Skatepark was recently upgraded with new street features, and to the south Karori Skatepark offers another local neighbourhood option.