Shakespear Regional Park

Shakespear Regional Park is a nature park located at the tip of the Whangaparaoa Peninsula in the Auckland Region of New Zealand.

It is named after the Shakespear family who bought the land in the 1880s from local Maori. The park is operated by Auckland Council and is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

Much of the coastline is lined by sandstone cliffs, which shelter the beach-lined Te Haruhi Bay. At the park's western border, a narrow lowland separates Okoromai Bay and Army Bay. The park includes the Tamaki Leadership Centre, a Royal New Zealand Navy base. Most of the regional park is the Shakespear Open Sanctuary, a collaboration between the Shakespear Open Sanctuary Society.

The sanctuary is home to a variety of native New Zealand wildlife, including kiwi, takahe, and bellbirds. Visitors can explore the park's walking trails, go swimming or fishing, and enjoy a picnic on the beach. With its stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife, Shakespear Regional Park is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Auckland.