Last updated July 2026
Newlands Skatepark sits within Pukehuia Park on Newlands Road in northern Wellington. The free concrete facility offers a mix of street and transition features alongside a separate pump track. It serves riders from Newlands, Johnsonville and surrounding northern suburbs as a convenient local spot. The park itself was upgraded and officially opened in 2021 following community consultation and a major redevelopment project.
Practical Information
| Location | Newlands Road, Pukehuia Park, Newlands, Wellington |
| Also known as | Pukehuia Park Skatepark (park formerly Newlands Park) |
| Cost | Free |
| Hours | Open during daylight hours, 7 days |
| Features | Concrete skatepark with ramps, quarterpipes, rails, spine and boxes; separate pump track |
| Disciplines | Skateboarding, scootering, BMX |
| Park facilities | Playgrounds, basketball half-court, picnic and BBQ areas, toilets, car parking, walking tracks, wetland area |
About Newlands Skatepark
The skatepark forms part of the larger Pukehuia Park redevelopment completed in 2021. Wellington City Council upgraded the former Newlands Park with significant community input, including a revamped skate area and new pump track. The concrete skatepark supports both street-style skating on rails, ledges and boxes and transition skating on ramps and quarterpipes.
A dedicated pump track sits nearby within the park grounds and caters to BMX, scooters and skateboards. The overall layout encourages flow between features while remaining suitable for a range of ages and abilities. The park’s open green space and additional amenities create a family-friendly setting.
Pukehuia Park takes its name from the te reo Māori term meaning “hill of the huia bird”. The name was adopted in 2020 following consultation with local iwi and community groups. The huia motif appears in park signage and design elements.
Park Facilities and Surroundings
Pukehuia Park includes two new play areas, an all-weather artificial sports surface with a marked Ki-O-Rahi pitch, a basketball half-court, boardwalk and wetland, picnic and BBQ facilities, expanded parking and improved entrances. Walking tracks connect the various activity zones. The skatepark and pump track sit within this broader youth and recreation precinct.
What Visitors Often Say
Visitors appreciate the variety of features in one location and note that the recent upgrades have improved flow and added useful elements like the pump track. Families mention the combination of skating, play areas and picnic spots makes it easy to spend time there with children of different ages.
Riders describe the concrete surfaces as smooth and the layout as suitable for practising both street tricks and transitions. Some comment that it serves as a good neighbourhood option without the crowds of larger city facilities.
Where to Learn More
Wellington City Council Skate Parks page: official list of all Wellington skateparks with addresses and feature descriptions.
Wellington City Council Pukehuia Park opening announcement: details on the 2021 park redevelopment and facilities.
Wellington City Council park renaming announcement: information on the adoption of the name Pukehuia Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Newlands Skatepark located?
It is on Newlands Road inside Pukehuia Park in the northern Wellington suburb of Newlands.
Is the skatepark free to use?
Yes, the skatepark and pump track are free and open during daylight hours every day.
What features does the skatepark have?
It includes a concrete surface with ramps, quarterpipes, rails, spine and boxes suitable for street and transition skating.
Is there a pump track at the park?
Yes, a separate pump track is located within Pukehuia Park near the skate area.
When was Pukehuia Park upgraded?
The park redevelopment, including the revamped skate area and new pump track, was completed and officially opened in July 2021.
Why is the park called Pukehuia Park?
The name, meaning “hill of the huia bird”, was adopted in 2020 following community consultation and replaces the former name Newlands Park.
Who can use the skatepark?
It is open to skateboarders, scooter riders and BMX riders of all ages and abilities.
Are there other facilities nearby in the park?
Yes, the park includes playgrounds, a basketball half-court, picnic areas, toilets, walking tracks and a wetland area.
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