These campsites have 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.
Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2023-5-23 > Wilding pine control for Molesworth > Possum control for Bush Gully-Tarndale area, Molesworth
DESCRIPTION:
Camp by this historic cobb building from 1863, once used as an overnight carriage stop.
Gravel access. Not suitable for caravans or campervans over seven metres long.
Camping - bookings not required - first in first served.
20 nonpowered tent sites.
Seasonal restrictions
Acheron Road is often closed during the Winter.
Fires Allowed:
Fires are not permitted at any time.
DESCRIPTION:
Akapoua Bay; Camp in a sheltered bay amongst beautiful pohutukawa trees. DOC office is next door and a wharf, shop, fuel depot and post office are nearby. This is a popular place for families and boaties. Shingle beach. Gateway to track network. A day walk to the impressive kauri dam and good fishing in the harbour.
Fires Allowed:
Fires are not permitted at any time.
DESCRIPTION:
When you hit Anaura Bay turn north and head up the tar sealed road to this
relaxed, family, beachfront camping area in a fenced paddock beside a stream.
Great swimming and coastal bush walks are to be had from here. This basic
campground is open between Labour weekend (October) through to Easter.
This is back-to-basics camping. No toilets are provided. You also need to
bring your own portable cookers or barbecues and don't forget a chemical toilet. (a dump station is provided in the peak season). Other facilities include rubbish collection and tap water (not suitable for drinking).
Fees (effective March 2023)
- Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $5 per
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Pay at the time of booking.
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Seasonal restrictions
Opens labour weekend and closes after easter weekend.
Can reach full capacity over Christmas and New Years.
Fires are not permitted at any time.
Fires Allowed:
Fires are not permitted at any time.
DESCRIPTION:
Cameron Flat Camp is near the Makarora River. Plenty of great activities are available nearby such as hunting, tramping or fishing. Beautiful environment.
Number of tent sites - 30 unpowered
Bookings required.
Bookings not required - first come, first served
6 bunk beds
DESCRIPTION:
From the Cameron carpark you can walk to Kuripapaango Trig or Cameron Hut. Tramps to Kiwi Saddle, Kaweka Range, Kiwi Mouth Hut and Back Ridge are also available.
The route from the Cameron Carpark to the Cameron Hut follows the Ngaruroro River. It begins just upriver from the water gauge. As at least 30 fordings are necessary it can only be negotiated when the Ngaruroro River is not in flood.
Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2023-5-23 > Crown Tramway Track partial closure
35 non-powered/tent sites
DESCRIPTION:
Approximately 10 km southwest of Waihi, at the end of Dickey’s Flat Road (off Kennedy Road), lies this basic campsite. Access is unsealed and the large campsite is beside the Waitawheta River known for its trout and some great swimming holes downstream. Walking tracks lead to some of the best fishing spots on the river. Facilities include toilet and water supply from the stream. There is a year-round liquor ban at the campsite.
Bookings
Bookings not required - first come, first served
Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2023-5-23 > Closed due to severe weather events
DESCRIPTION:
Camp in peaceful surroundings beneath pōhutukawa trees. A track with outstanding views leads to the bushline.
The campsite has:
- toilets
- cold showers
- 16 non-powered/tent sites
This campground is Pack In Pack Out. There are no rubbish or recycling facilities for compost or food waste. A container with a sealed lid is recommended for your food scraps.
Fees (effective March 2023)
- Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
- Child (5 - 17 years): $7.50 per night
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2023-5-23 > Closed due to severe weather events
DESCRIPTION:
Fletcher Bay
Number of tent/non-powered - 60. Maximum number of people - 300. Sites are selected by campers on a first-come, first-served basis.
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.
Fees (current as at March 2023)
- Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
- Child (5 - 17 years): $7.50 per night
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Bookings
2023/24 bookings
Bookings for 1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 will open in 2023. The opening date will be announced on this page in late March 2023.
DESCRIPTION:
Goldsborough Camping Ground - This sheltered and secluded campsite is the site of an old gold mining town. Explore the gold mining area and try your luck fossicking in the creek.
DESCRIPTION:
Holdsworth Lodge is situated on a large grassy area surrounded by native forest. There are a number of short walks and good fishing in the Atiwhakatu River year round and swimming in the summer.
Bookings not required - first come, first served.
12 non-powered/tent sites
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $8 per night
Child (5 - 17 years): $4 per night
Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Pay cash on arrival at the self-registration stand at the campsite.
Passes
The campsite pass for rental campervans can be used at this campsite.
The DOC/NZMCA Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Backcountry Hut Passes cannot be used at this campsite.
DESCRIPTION:
Situated on State Highway 6, southern end of Lake Ianthe, 15km north of Harihari. Camp beside one of Westland’s forest-lined freshwater lakes. Popular for boating, trout fishing and swimming.
There are 45 tent sites available - Bookings not required.
DESCRIPTION:
Camp in a picturesque setting between the beach (5 min walk) and hills of the Aupouri Peninsula north of Kaitaia. A perfect place for fishing, swimming and walking.
With lush forests in close range and sandy beaches right on your doorstep, Kapowairua is a place to relax, enjoy and explore the great outdoors.
Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2023-5-27 > Kenepuru Road closed to visitors
DESCRIPTION:
This is a Department of Conservation campsite.
Kenepuru Head Campsite Number of tent sites - 19, bookings required. 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.
Dog access with a DOC permit only.
Seasonal restrictions
NZMCA/DOC Pass not valid between 20 December and the day after Waitangi weekend.
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
DESCRIPTION:
Kinloch Campsite - Camp on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, New Zealand's longest lake. Explore the area along the Caples or the Greenstone tramping tracks. Swim, kayak, fish or go boating on the lake, or enjoy the scenery.
DESCRIPTION:
This is a lovely family campsite beside a creek. Near an old logging and exotic forestry trial area. Walk through native forest to Blue Range hut, 2 hours one way. Walk the 1 hour loop track or the tramline track to the base of the hill (2-3 km one way).
Number of tent sites - 15
- Bookings
Fees (effective March 2023)
- Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $5 per night
- Infant (0–4 years): free
DESCRIPTION:
Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2023-5-27 > Expect changed conditions and damage
DESCRIPTION:
This campsite, on the western shores of the Waikato River, is perfect for swimming, picnicking, fishing and other water sports.
Number of non-powered tent sites - 50.
A 20 minute drive from Otorohanga or Te Awamutu.
The camp has 2 boat ramps but no showering facilities.
DESCRIPTION:
An easily accessible camp in a picturesque setting - enjoy water activities or a stroll in the native bush.
A self-registration camp site. A number of water sports are attractions on the
lake and the area is interesting for walking and tramping too. There are four
toilets and a water supply. There are ten tent sites here. No pets please. Take lots of insect repellent. Check
that there is drinking water available at the time. Charges $4.10 per person,
$1.50 for children.
Fires Allowed:
Fires are not permitted at any time.
DESCRIPTION:
At the southern end of the town shops, look for the ‘Beach Access’ sign and
drive down a short, bumpy, gravel access road to this lovely beach reserve. In
a lovely setting between the sea and the lagoon, on slightly undulating land, is
this popular campground offering a very relaxed style of camping. There are 80
non powered sites, the wringer-plus-tub outdoor laundries are an adventure in
themselves. The single, metered, hot shower provides a central social spot (in
the queue!) on camp mornings, with the boiler being fed by paper from the
camp’s recycling programme. There are also flush toilets and basins for each
sex with 2 new toilets have been built.
Bookings are required.
Additional fees
There is a $3 charge per booking to cover waste disposal.
Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2023-5-27 > Te Urewera alerts
DESCRIPTION:
Number of tent sites - 40 Between native bush and the lake, this large grassy site is perfect for a range of activities. 1.5 km from Mokau Falls
35 non-powered/tent sites (bookings required)
DESCRIPTION:
An island sanctuary for native flora and fauna, the camp is near a Māori historic site and early European settlement.
- Total campground capacity: 36 people – 20 sites
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $8 per night
- Child (5 - 17 years): $4 per night
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Fees from 1 July 2022
- Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $5 per
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Campsite Pass bookings must be booked online before occupying a site. If you do not pre-book, bookings may be made by campground staff (if present) and will incur a $10 service charge.
Note there are biosecurity requirements for DOC campsite.
DESCRIPTION:
This is a riverside campsite in a farmland area. There are walks and tramps from here or go horse riding, biking, hunting or on 4WD excursions.
50 non-powered/tent sites.
Dogs on a leash only.
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $8 per night
- Child (5 - 17 years): $4 per night
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Pay cash on arrival at the self-registration stand at the campsite.
There are 65 tent sites available - bookings not required.
DESCRIPTION:
With a stunning white sandy beach right on your doorstep, Rarawa is your own “slice of Far North paradise” so come relax and enjoy.
Fires Allowed:
No fires are permitted at any time.
DESCRIPTION:
Camp on the shores of Lake Rerewhakaaitu; a great venue for viewing water birds.
Fires Allowed:
No fires are permitted at any time
DESCRIPTION:
Camp on the shores of Lake Rerewhakaaitu - fishing is good, swimming and walking nearby.
Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2023-5-11 > Tapotupotu Campsite closed
There are 45 tent sites available.
DESCRIPTION:
Stay at New Zealand's most northern campsite and experience the scenic wonders of Tapotupotu, from lush forest to breaking surf and breath-taking views.
Camp with the beach at your doorstep, and awaken to the sweet sound of white water breaking on the sand. Tapotupotu is the perfect place to relax, enjoy and explore the great Far North.
The upgraded coastal walkway and bridge link Tapotupotu to Kapowairua as part of the four-day Te Rerenga Wairua (Cape Reinga) walkway.
Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2023-5-23 > Kenepuru Road closed to visitors
DESCRIPTION:
Waimaru Campsite is an isolated campsite close to the water's edge. Excellent base for water activities or fishing. There are 30 non-powered sites. Bookings not required.
Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2023-5-23 > South Marlborough road access > Bridge damaged on Black Jack Track (Whites Bay)
67 non-powered/tent sites. Bookings not required - first come, first served
DESCRIPTION:
This camp has lovely scenery and is close to a surf beach. Go walking, fishing, swimming or boating from here.
A self-registration camp site at the Pukatea Stream. This one suits the nature
lover because as well as walks, the area offers sea fishing, swimming and small
boating. The only facilities here are toilets and cold water, but there is disabled
access.
Bookings not required - first come, first served.
67 nonpowered tent sites.