These campsites are in high use locations and have a more limited range of facilities and services than Serviced campsites: toilets, water supply (tap, stream or lake) and vehicle or boat access. Wood BBQs and fireplaces, cold showers, picnic tables, a cooking shelter and rubbish bins may be provided.
Found 14 listings
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation
Summary:
Awana Estuary is on the east coast of Great Barrier Island. Get there via the
Auckland car ferry and then a rough gravel road (dry weather access only).
Camp on an undulating site next to the Awana Stream (take your mozzie
repellent!) and close to one of the island’s most famous surf [...]
Address:
Awana Bay north of Claris, Great Barrier Island, Auckland, North Island
Categories:
Scenic DOC Campsite
Phone(s):
+64 9 379 6476
To Book:
To book online
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation
Summary:
Fantail Bay campsite is open but only creek water is available at the moment. The Port Jackson Rd is open but road works are still in progress. The conditions are wet and rough in places and 4WD vehicles are recommended. Expect a slow trip.
Address:
Port Jackson Camping Ground, Coromandel, Port Jackson Rd, Port Jackson, Waikato, 3584, New Zealand, Coromandel, North Island
Categories:
Scenic DOC Campsite
To Book:
To book online
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation
Dog Policy:
Sorry, no dogs
Google Reviews Link:
Google Reviews
Summary:
Fletcher Bay Number of tent/caravan/motorhome sites – 96 Maximum number of people – 250 This is a beach front campsite in a farm setting. Walk along the Coromandel Walkway to Stony Bay; an ideal location for water sports including swimming, boating, diving and fishing.
Address:
Port Jackson Road, Port Jackson, New Zealand, Coromandel, North Island
Categories:
Scenic DOC Campsite
Phone(s):
+64 7 867 9080 (Kauaeranga Visitor Centre)
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation
Summary:
Kenepuru Head Number of tent sites – 20. Picturesque setting and a great base for a range of recreation activities including boating, fishing, walking and mountain biking on the nearby Queen Charlotte Track. Enjoy the brand new cooking shelter and toilet block.
Address:
Kenepuru Head, Marlborough, Marlborough, South Island
Categories:
Dog Friendly
Scenic DOC Campsite
Phone(s):
03 528 8083
Summary:
Enjoy boating, fishing and swimming in the lake. Walk the Haast to Paringa Cattle Track.
There are 12 non-powered/tent sites.
Address:
Lake Paringa Camping Area, Paringa, West Coast, South Island
Categories:
Campground
Scenic DOC Campsite
Phone(s):
03 7510807
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation
Summary:
Camp on the outer Karikari Peninsula in a sheltered bay with campsites nestled amongst beautiful pohutukawa trees.
This is a popular place for families and boaties. Walk around the coast or relax on the picturesque white sandy beach.
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
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Address:
Matai Bay, Karikari Peninsula, Northland, 0483, Far North, North Island
Categories:
Scenic DOC Campsite
Phone(s):
09 408 6014
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation
Summary:
Number of tent sites – 20 Easily accessible campsite. Boat, trout fish or swim in the lake.
Address:
Lake Mapourika, Waiho, West Coast, New Zealand, West Coast, South Island
Categories:
DOC Campsite
Scenic DOC Campsite
Phone(s):
+64 3 752 0360
No. of non-powered/tent sites:
90 non-powered/tent sites
To Book:
DOC Online Booking Website
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation
Dog Policy:
No dogs please.
Summary:
Whangaruru camping ground is at Puriri Bay within the Whangaruru North
Head Scenic Reserve, and 2km past Bland Bay (unsealed). The area is very
attractive with sheltered waters. Enjoy walking, swimming, boating and other
water sports. The campground faces west, with 90 sites overlooking the
Whangaruru Harbour. Flat to gently sloping grounds have [...]
Address:
1009 Whangaruru North Road, Whangaruru, Northland, North Island
Categories:
DOC Campsite
Scenic DOC Campsite
Phone(s):
+64 9 433 6160
To Book:
Bookings Required
Summary:
Camp behind the sand dunes of Uretiti Beach. Surf, fish or swim at the beautiful sandy surf beach. Walk along the stunning coastal track at Mangawhai Heads, only a 20 min drive south, or explore the nearby Waipu Caves.
Address:
3149 State Highway 1, Waipu, 0582, New Zealand, Northland, North Island
Categories:
Scenic DOC Campsite
Phone(s):
09 4321051.
To Book:
Bookings Required
Summary:
NO CAMPERVAN ACCESS; Steep 5 minute walk to campsite Number of tent sites – 35 Camp beside a sandy beach and amongst pohutukawa trees. Enjoy kayaking, swimming or relaxing. There are walkways through neighbouring farmland, and rare brown teal may be seen.
Address:
Waikahoa Bay, Northland, North Island
Categories:
Scenic DOC Campsite
Phone(s):
09 4336554
To Book:
To book online
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation
Summary:
Largest DOC camp in the country. Head north from Coromandel, then take Waikawau-Kennedy Bay Road. Here you’ll find relaxed, comfortable camping, adjacent to a sweeping, sandy beach. The beach is good for swimming, diving and fishing, and bush walking opportunities are nearby. North of the campsite are breeding grounds [...]
Address:
Waikawau Bay Recreation Reserve, East Coast - Northern Coromandel Peninsula. Department of Conservation:, Coromandel, North Island
Categories:
Scenic DOC Campsite
No. of non-powered/tent sites:
85
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation
Google Reviews Link:
Google Reviews
Summary:
Number of tent sites – 75 Maximum number of people – 250 Once a large gold mining settlement with houses, shops and schools, this is now a remote but comfortable campsite. Walk from the campsite to the Wentworth Falls, Wentworth mines and a waterhole for swimming. Golf course and [...]
Address:
Wentworth Valley Road, Whangamata, New Zealand, Coromandel, North Island
Categories:
Scenic DOC Campsite
Phone(s):
07 865 7032
To Book:
Bookings
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation
Summary:
Details of this camp are in The New Zealand Camping Guide . To order click ‘book order ‘above
Address:
DOC West Bay Campground Mt Robert Rd Nelson Lakes National Park 7072, Tasman, Nelson, South Island
Categories:
Scenic DOC Campsite
Phone(s):
03 521 1808
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation
Summary:
Number of tent sites – 30. This camp has lovely scenery and is close to a surf beach. Go walking, fishing, swimming or boating from here.
Address:
Port Underwood,Waikawa, Picton Department of Conservation, Marlborough, South Island
Categories:
Scenic DOC Campsite
Phone(s):
03 5279100