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Hokowhitu Lagoon

Hokowhitu Lagoon was once an important fishery for Rangitāne that had a thriving eel population. Nowadays, this place is a hotspot for water sports, or an ideal place to go for a walk with a view. Come on down for an easy outing or stroll.

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Hokowhitu Lagoon.

Used for

Biking, Walking, Picnics, Functions, Kayaking, Fishing (Licence needed), Model boats.

Facilities

Picnic tables, Toilets, Carpark.

Dog access

On leash throughout.

Location

Centennial Drive

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Related information

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Parks and playgrounds at Alert Level 2

All parks and playgrounds are open again, including skate parks, basketball courts, and the dog park at Ahimate Reserve. It's OK to let your dog off-leash again but people should still maintain physical distance.
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Our services in Level 2

Find out what the change in alert level means for Council services.
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Exercising your dog

Check our online map to see where you can and can't take your dog in Palmerston North. Places you can exercise your dog off-leash are coloured green.