📜 Open-air sculpture park in Kaipara Harbour, New Zealand.
🔍 Home to large-scale outdoor sculptures by world-leading contemporary artists, including "Electrum," one of the world's largest Tesla coils.

Why Go

🗿 Explore a gigantic sculpture garden with innovative oddities, including the awe-inspiring Electrum Tesla coil.
⚡ Witness over 3 million volts of electricity during Electrum's discharge shows, often featuring high-voltage engineer Greg Leyh safely within a Faraday cage.
🖼️ Witness unique adaptation of sculptures to an outdoor environment.
🌿 Enjoy a breathtaking landscape blending art and nature, with scenic views of Kaipara Harbour.
✨ Rare access to a world-renowned private collection.
🐄 See exotic animals like emus and giraffes.
🚶 Self-guided walks through rolling farmland.

Why Avoid

🗓️ Rarely open to the public, visits by appointment only.
🚜 Working farm with potential hazards (ponds, machinery, animals).
🚶 Uneven and steep surfaces, challenging for some mobility aids.
💸 Specific events may require paid tickets.

Tips

👟 Wear good walking shoes for 3-4 hours of exploration (path can be 6-7 km).
⏰ Arrive before 11 am to see all sculptures by 2 pm closing.
☔ Bring a raincoat/umbrella, visits proceed in all weather.
💧 Pack water and snacks, limited options available onsite.
🎒 Backpack recommended for carrying young children.

Cost

💰 No entry fee for general visits by appointment; specific events may charge $55+.

Hours

🕒 Open by appointment only, typically one day per month.

🅿️ ParkingOn grass as you turn off the main highway; look for Graeme Dingle Foundation flags for specific events. Designated entrance at 2421 Kaipara Coast Highway. Carpooling encouraged.

ChildrenSupervise children at all times, especially around ponds, machinery, animals, and electric fences.

🚻 ToiletsToilets available on-site.