Playground Stoney Point Boat Ramp

Right on the edge of Lake Tarawera, this spot is more about the setting than any elaborate play setup — and honestly, that’s the whole point. The lake views are genuinely hard to beat, and it’s the kind of place locals bring visitors when they want to show off what the region looks like without the tourist crowds. Pack a lunch, grab one of the picnic tables, and let the kids run around while everyone else just breathes for a bit. Parking is easy, which makes it a solid stop if you’re already out at the boat ramp end of things.