The Caroline Bay Skate Park is part of the CPlay playground and recreation complex at Caroline Bay, Timaru — one of the largest outdoor play spaces in New Zealand. The skate park sits within a wider facility that includes a bike skills park, basketball courts, tennis courts, paddling pool and beach volleyball courts, completed in December 2023.
Practical Information
| Address | 1 Virtue Ave, Caroline Bay, Timaru (off Evans St / SH1) |
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| Total complex size | 16,288 m² — one of NZ’s largest play spaces at time of completion |
| Completed | December 2023 |
| Facilities | Skate park, bike skills park, paddling pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, beach volleyball, mini golf |
| Entry | Free |
About the Skate Park
The Caroline Bay Skate Park is part of the broader CPlay facility — a $3 million community project completed in December 2023, funded through community contributions, grants and council support. The entire playground complex covers 16,288 square metres, making it one of the largest outdoor play spaces in New Zealand at the time it was built.
The skate park is suitable for skateboarders and scooter riders across a range of ability levels, sitting alongside the bike skills park in the recreation zone of the complex. The wider CPlay area caters to all ages, from the paddling pool for young children to the courts and skate facilities for older kids and teens.
Caroline Bay
Caroline Bay is Timaru’s main recreation reserve — a sheltered bay with a beach, playground, miniature railway, rose garden and views to the Port of Timaru. The CPlay complex and skate park sit within this broader reserve, making Caroline Bay one of the most complete outdoor recreation destinations in South Canterbury.
Where to Learn More
CPlay Caroline Bay — the official page for the CPlay playground complex, with information on facilities and the development project.
Timaru District Council — Caroline Bay — official park information including facilities and access.
FAQ
Where is the Caroline Bay Skate Park?
At 1 Virtue Ave, Caroline Bay, Timaru — off Evans Street/SH1. It is part of the CPlay playground complex.
Is the skate park free?
Yes — the skate park and all CPlay facilities are free to use.
When was the skate park built?
It was completed in December 2023 as part of the CPlay development — a $3 million project making it one of NZ’s largest play spaces.
What else is at Caroline Bay?
The CPlay complex also includes a bike skills park, paddling pool, tennis and basketball courts, beach volleyball and mini golf. The wider reserve has a beach, miniature railway and rose garden.
The Caroline Bay Skate Park is in the Timaru parks and reserves area. Caroline Bay covers the full range of facilities at the reserve. The Geraldine Skate Park at Kennedy Park is the district’s other skate facility.
