1 / 3Cog Park
📍 Hataitai, Wellington
Cog Park is a green hilltop reserve in Hataitai, Wellington, positioned directly in front of Evans Bay. The park offers expansive sea views, mature trees providing shade, open picnic space, and a serene atmosphere that reviewers describe as ideal.
I went to the fabulous Senic Sauna at Cog Park. Beautiful scenery and a very serene experience, definitively repeating soon! There's a spot to have a dip between your sessions, or just cool of in the air. You can have a view back towards the Colonial houses dotted wellingtin hills, or out to the beach, boat's & Pohatakawa trees. The best setup I have seen so far, great eye to detail, handles to get down, and really grippy stairs for the safety conscious. A very passionate charismatic man was holding fort, sharing the love for saunas. Different refreshing essential oils dousing the stones each 15 min session. Endorphins were rushing after! I highly recommend! Thank you 😊 Miichael
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Reviewers love the serene quality of the park and the views over Evans Bay — it's described as a spot where you can stay for hours in good weather. The tree cover and open grass make it well-suited to picnics, and the boat views in the bay are a natural draw for children.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Stephanie EJ
a year ago
“I went to the fabulous Senic Sauna at Cog Park. Beautiful scenery and a very serene experience, definitively repeating soon! There's a spot to have a dip between your sessions, or just cool of in the air. You can have a view back towards the Colonial houses dotted wellingtin hills, or out to the beach, boat's & Pohatakawa trees. The best setup I have seen so far, great eye to detail, handles to get down, and really grippy stairs for the safety conscious. A very passionate charismatic man was holding fort, sharing the love for saunas. Different refreshing essential oils dousing the stones each 15 min session. Endorphins were rushing after! I highly recommend! Thank you 😊 Miichael”
Kalin Soden
2 years ago
“Great spot for a walk while pondering terrifying existential crises. Nah but in all seriousness, this spot is pretty serene and you can chill out here for ages in nice weather. There are even a few boats bobbing around at sea most of the time which is cool. You can even go for a swim just around the corner at Hataitai beach if you're that way inclined. On top of all of this you get a neat view of the Wellington sign off in the distance.”
Evy Lee
2 years ago
“So lovely park, a lot of space good for picnic, while enjoying the view of the sea that has a lot of floating boats. also a lot of trees too to cover you from the sunlight.”
Donald Nordeng
4 years ago
“Every time I walk through the park I see a different side of the city. Just in front of Evans Bay, it’s a beautiful place to sit and relax or read a book.”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Cog Park in Hataitai sits above Evans Bay and delivers panoramic sea views alongside open grassy space and mature tree cover. The park is a favourite for picnics on sunny days, with reviewers noting a different perspective of the city on every visit. Floating boats in the bay, ample tree shade, and a calm atmosphere make it a versatile spot for families wanting outdoor time without a structured destination. A scenic sauna is available on site for adults, adding an optional wellness element.
