Paraparaumu Skatepark at Maclean Park is a recently redeveloped concrete skatepark on the beachfront in Paraparaumu Beach. Designed by RICH Landscapes in collaboration with local users, mana whenua and Kāpiti Coast District Council, the redevelopment transformed an ageing asphalt facility into a modern park with a flow bowl, street section and mini ramp. The coastal setting — right on Marine Parade with the beach directly accessible — makes it one of the more scenic skate spots in the Wellington region.
Practical Information
| Location | Maclean Park, Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach |
|---|---|
| Cost | Free |
| Hours | Open during daylight hours, 7 days |
| Designer | RICH Landscapes (community-driven design) |
| Features | Flow bowl, street area, mini ramp with spines and hips |
| Facilities | Playground, toilets, BBQs, parking, amenity block, beach shower (added 2025) |
About the Skatepark
The Maclean Park redevelopment replaced an old asphalt-and-concrete layout with a concrete facility across several distinct zones. The centrepiece is a flow bowl with pool coping extension, handmade FLOW Pool Tiles and a refurbished FLOW fire hydrant — the tiles were designed by mana whenua artist Kereama Taepa to reflect the coastal environment. The street area includes a multi-platform layout with ledges, rails, banks, pole jams, manual pads and stair sets, alongside a double-level jump box. A multi-level mini ramp with spines and hips rounds out the facility.
The design uses sandy-coloured concrete pigments to reflect the beach setting, with blue accents running through. In March 2025, Stage 2 of the Maclean Park development added a new amenity block and outdoor cold shower adjacent to the skatepark — a practical addition for riders heading straight from a skate session to the beach.
Location and Setting
Maclean Park sits right on the Paraparaumu waterfront, with the skatepark overlooking Marine Parade and the beach beyond. The broader park includes a marine-themed playground, public toilets with baby change facilities, BBQs, picnic areas and ample off-street parking. The combination makes it a multi-use family destination — one group can skate while others use the playground or beach, all within the same precinct.
What Visitors Say
“The new skatepark at Maclean Park, Paraparaumu, is the place to be these summer holidays” — Kāpiti Coast District Council on Facebook after the opening.
Where to Learn More
Maclean Park Upgrade — Kāpiti Coast District Council — project overview and background from the council.
Maclean Park Paraparaumu Skatepark Redevelopment — RICH Landscapes — design details and project imagery from the design team.
Maclean Park — Kāpiti Coast District Council — park facilities, address and visitor information.
FAQ
Where is Paraparaumu Skatepark?
The skatepark is at Maclean Park, Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach — on the beachfront.
Has the skatepark been recently upgraded?
Yes — the park was redeveloped by RICH Landscapes in a community-driven process. Stage 2 (amenity block and cold shower) was completed in March 2025.
What features does it have?
A flow bowl with pool coping and handmade tiles, a multi-platform street area with ledges, rails, banks, stair sets and pole jams, a double-level jump box, and a multi-level mini ramp with spines and hips.
Is there parking at Maclean Park?
Yes — Maclean Park has ample off-street parking on Marine Parade.
Are there toilets?
Yes — the park has public toilets with baby change facilities, plus an outdoor cold shower added in 2025.
Paraparaumu Skatepark is part of the wider Skate Parks in Wellington guide. In Wellington city, Waitangi Park Skatepark is the region’s flagship concrete bowl, and the under-construction Kilbirnie Skatepark will add a major destination facility to eastern Wellington.
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