Construction of a volcanic-themed skatepark in Valonia Reserve, New Windsor, will start at the end of the month.

The skate park, which takes inspiration from Auckland’s volcanic fields, will complete the third and final stage of the Valonia Reserve upgrade, which is part of the NZ Transport Agency’s Waterview Connection project.

The skate park is designed to mirror a volcanic lava flow, starting in a ‘crater’ (bowl) and running through a series of terraces and skateable features such as banks, quarter-pipes and rails.

The skate park was designed collaboratively by The Well-Connected Alliance, Auckland Council and the local skate and BMX community.

It will be built at the junction of Valonia Street and Richardson Road alongside the Southwestern Shared Path and the State Highway 20 extension.