Whakanewha Regional Park is a country park located at 75 Gordons Road on Waiheke Island, holding a 4.6 Google rating.
A regional country park provides open coastal access, protected native bush, and a quiet retreat from busier commercial bays. Regular visitors know that island reserves often blend tidal wetlands, regenerating coastal forest, and shoreline walks, where timing a trip around low tide reveals wide mudflats and wading seabirds. Good country parks prioritise low-impact recreation and conservation, giving people space to walk, picnic, and observe native wildlife without built-up commercial distractions. Checking local tide charts and bringing adequate drinking water and sun protection makes for a seamless visit.
It stands as a well-regarded open space for enjoying the natural coast and bush of Waiheke Island.