Park or reserve · Awapuni

Ahimate Reserve (formerly Waitoetoe Park)

Off lead Off lead throughout the reserve; dogs under strict control in the camping area

Riverside reserve on the Manawatū River with walkways, bike jumps, picnic areas and a fenced dog park. The river becomes deep quickly and has a strong current, so take care at the water's edge.

Where Maxwells Line, Awapuni · Directions

Facilities Drinking water · Toilets · Parking · Shade

Getting there Walk in from Dittmer Drive for the Manawatū River pathway

Source pncc.govt.nz/files/assets/public/v/1/documents/council/bylaws/dog-control-bylaw-2018-amended-2019.pdf · checked 16 Oct 2026

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