Mere Road Reserve Playground

If you’re after somewhere the kids can run around without you losing sight of them for two seconds, this reserve does the job well. There’s a basketball court and a big open grass field, so older kids aren’t stuck fighting over the swings with the little ones. Speaking of swings and slides — the basics are covered, and the setup is clean and easy to navigate. Shaded seating means you’re not baking in the sun while you wait, which honestly makes a real difference in Taupō summers. It’s nothing flashy, but it’s reliable, spacious, and works for pretty much every age group.