New Zealand at the 1952 Summer Olympics was represented by a team of 14 competitors (and one travelling reserve) and three officials.

In 1952, seven rowing competitions were held, and New Zealand entered a single boat: a coxed four.

[1] The competition was for men only; women would first row at the 1976 Summer Olympics.

[2] Hector McLeod travelled to the Summer Olympics as a reserve but did not compete.

[citation needed] Chef de mission – Jack Squire[3]