A pretty picnic spot under the trees with toilets and water available. Overnight
camping is allowed, with a donation to the Domain Board appreciated.

At the gateway to the Ruahines sits a charming rural village called Apiti. Here you'll come to find the Apiti Tavern, a stunning building on a location which originates back to 1896. Inside, the tavern is alive with history, showcasing photographs on the walls of Apiti through the years. Locals with a thriving community heart give this place a welcoming atmosphere, unique to the rural country life.

The camp is directly behind the Aramoho Hotel pub and TAB and beside the
river and the railway line. The cluster of permanent living caravans and house
buses, and the back yard bits and pieces around the place give the camp a
lived-in, rather than a holiday feel. The ablutions and kitchen are basic. Tent
sites from $10 per night; powered sites $25 per night. Bruce is the on-site
manager.

See Caroline’s Outback Camping Ground as it has been renamed.

Ashhurst Domain is..

Mangaweka is halfway between Wellington and Taupo and this unique camp is located 1km off SH1 alongside the peaceful Rangitikei River with towering cliffs, native birds and an enticing landscaped garden. Just north of the township turn east onto Ruahine Road and travel down the hill, over the bridge and immediately into Awastone. There are 12 powered and 4 non powered sites suitable for tenting or campers/caravans. The facilities are well appointed with nice wooden ablutions, shared kitchen and nicely linked by concrete paths. Also included is wifi, potable water, hot showers and an onsite licensed cafe (seasonal). An outdoor hot tub is available to hire. Laundry services have an extra cost too. Powered site costs $48 for the first two people and $10 per extra adult. $5 per child under 16 and under 5 is free. Bookings are recommended. 

Situated next to Balgownie Wetlands Walkway, the self-contained units offer clean, tidy and affordable accommodation. The rooms are serviced daily and there is plenty of on-site parking available.  Access units are available, just advise your specific needs. Less than 1km (½ mile) from Gonville Shopping Centre where you will find a mini-mart, doctor's surgery, library, post office, etc. Pets are welcome by prior arrangement for a small additional fee. Group rates are available.  Powered sites are available if you prefer to bring your own caravan and our kitchen and ablutions blocks are at your disposal.

Directly off SHwy 1, just south of Bulls township are 12 powered sites located
in a line to the rear of the Motor Lodge. The Rangitikei River is nearby, with
plenty of sites for tents. The kitchen is pleasant with a TV lounge and the
ablutions have excellent showers. The large laundry has an auto washer and
drier and a dump point is provided. Relax in the spa or swimming pool
or venture to the river for a swim or a fish. The country setting is a little
overwhelmed by the adjacent highway and nearby Ohakea Airbase. Pets are
welcome here by arrangement. Your hosts are Denise and Chris Fleming.
Tent sites are $14 per person or with power, $16 per person.

Situated just west of the junction of the Sanson/Wellington/Palmerston North highways, this camp can be accessed either by turning off State Hwy 1 into Philps Street or by looking for the Motel entrance round the corner on State Hwy 3.

We are around an hour and a half out of Wellington.

We have small, simple camping and caravan area at the back of the motel complex, which is set amongst shady willow trees and has shared toilets, shower and cooking facilities.

The camp is directly behind the Caroline's Boatshed Bar and Eatery and TAB and beside the river and the railway line. The cluster of permanent living caravans and house buses, and the back yard bits and pieces around the place give the camp a lived-in, rather than a holiday feel. The ablutions and kitchen are basic. Bruce is the on-site manager.

Drive to this camping area under a canopy of trees. The Camping Ground
is set in a tranquil hollow surrounded by native bush and exotic trees. We
have a deer enclosure, duck pond and bird aviaries. There is a indoor heated
pool which is a two minute stroll through the bush. Town centre, shops and
restaurants are a ten minute walk from the camp- we are also dog friendly .
All the amenities are well kept and the showers are free. A good kitchen has
full stoves, microwave, fridges and TV and BBQ. The laundry has automatic
washer and dryer. There is also a dump station Your host is Kim.  Linen supplied.
Free Wifi.

Enjoy your two favourite pastimes at this rural golf club complete with campsite, just 2km south of Dannevirke. Tucked away at the rear of the club carpark is a bush-ringed grassy camping area with 9 power points and some room for tents. You're well out of the way of any errant golf balls and guests do not need to be golfers. Campers have the use of the club facilities, including bar and food at certain times; but the kitchen is not available for guests to use. In addition to the club locker rooms, extra unisex showers and toilets are available 24/7. The gate is locked at 9. 30 pm and Armourguard patrol the grounds twice each night.

Costs

Facilities

Payment Options

Dudding Lake has a small, welcoming campground with both powered and non-powered sites. Powered sites need to be booked. There is no rental accommodation provided.

Fees for camping

• Non powered, sites per night - $10 each adult and $5 each child (5 – 14 years – under 5 is free)
• Powered sites, per night - $10 each adult, $5 each child (5 – 14 years – under 5 is free), $5 for power

Kitchen facilities provided include seating, washing machines, sinks, hot plates, microwave, electric jug and toasters. Use of the  showers is free for campers.

Gates to the lake are closed at dusk; campers returning after this time can ring the buzzer to be let in.

Quinten and Kylee are the caretakers at Duddings Lake.

A lovely rustic campsite with a “backblocks” flavour. Situated on the banks of the Makakahi Stream, where there are plenty of eels and trout. It offers lots of pleasantly private campsites amongst masses of pine and gum trees. Choose between tranquil shady or sunny sites. Covered outdoor dining has recently been added to the basic amenities block. The small toilet and shower units are clean and well-looked after and the small kitchen has a selection of pots, plates and cutlery.

Homely touches are found in the bathrooms and kitchen with fresh free range eggs when the chooks are laying and free tea and coffee. A dump station is around the corner at the Eketahuna Club. Recyling is available on site. A new disabled access suite will be ready shortly.

Accommodation and costs

Your friendly hosts are Kerry & Loreen Cunningham ring them on 027 747 2111, or try 79 High Street, they visit the camp several times a day.

On the rural outskirts of friendly Feilding, just 3km north of the town centre, is this older-style family camp. A handy location, with shopping 5 minutes down the road and Palmerston North only a 15-minute drive away. The camp has level sites, with a choice of gravel underfoot or plenty of grass beside the duckpond. The kids have a play-fort and trampoline amongst shady willow trees and there is a communal TV room. A modest and well-used kitchen has kettles, toasters basic crockery and cookware, a stove, hotplates, a fridge, freezer and extra-large sinks for all that washing-up after a slap-up BBQ in the outdoor dining area found off the kitchen. The ablutions are tidy and have a good disabled access suite. The laundry has all the basics and a dump point is provided. Your hosts are Colin and Wendy. Tent sites are $15 per person with children (5-14 years old) $8 or powered sites (and hard stands for vans) $20 per person with children (5-14 years old) $10.

This large, family-friendly coastal camp is not quite on the beach but adjacent to the world-renowned bird sanctuary at the Manawatu River mouth. There are 100 plus powered sites, 60 tent sites and new sites open with a view of the river and estuary. There is a camp store on-site (with basic stock) tennis courts and a park/playground next door. Plus and adventure playground. The camp terrain mimics the nearby rolling sand dunes and has an outdoor BBQ area and splendid play area at one end of the camp and petanque at the other. There are 2 large laundries two modern and inviting kitchens and a smart ablutions block with free showers plus disabled access facilities. There is a TV room and games room. The camp really comes alive in summer with a huge holiday programme. 4 dump stations are provided. Power sites are $18 per adult and $12 per child. All tent sites are $17 to $18 per adult and $11 perchild. Seasonal rates apply.

Just as you reach the eastern edge of this quiet little beach town, turn left into Forest Road and aim for the camp named after the local shipwreck! Although not a beachfront camp, it offers an attractive setting with 50 powered sites
and around 30 tent sites. The grounds are level, with sites grouped together around their own waste disposal points. A great location for those who want to work off some energy in the nearby Domain skating rink, tennis courts or swimming pool. The camp has its own games hall and smart swimming pool, with a toddler’s pool operating in the busy season. The children’s play equipment is imaginative and challenging. The smart little kitchen has all the necessary equipment including a microwave. An attractive ablution block has hand driers and soap provided and there are automatic machines in the laundry. A dump station is provided.  Pet friendly by arrangement.

This is a boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access.

Bookings are required for this campsite during the period 1st October to 30 April.

Located 300m from Kai Iwi Beach this spacious holiday park is only 10 mins from Whanganui. There are 70 powered sites, other campers not requiring power. The park is set on 4.9ha so there is lots of room and excellent, well maintained facilities. Established in the 1960's on idyllic park like grounds, the Kai Iwi Beach Holiday Park is the perfect escape from the hustle of the city, without compromising on location. A great place for a family get-away, Kai Iwi Beach has a fantastic children’s playground, complete with a flying fox over a stream, pirate climbing ship, and more… There is a large toilet block with changing rooms, cold water showers, and wood burning BBQ’s as well.

This tiny campsite fts neatly in between the baches and houses that make up
the Koitiata community. The big point of interest here is the Turakina Reserve
which is at the midpoint of the longest sand dune system in New Zealand.
The beach, estuary and lagoon are home to an impressive range of native
wading birds, plants and invertebrates. Just across the road is a lovely kids play
area and BBQ picnic area. There is great fshing on the beach. Bring all your
supplies as there is no beach store for 8km. A single hot shower is unlocked
for campers and there are two toilets and an. open-air kitchen porch which
has a sink and a washing machine. The facilities are clean but the water here
is drawn from an iron-rich bore so things might look a bit rusty. Separate
drinking water is available. Pet friendly. The camp wardens, Tom and Trish live at 15 Rapaki Street, through the gate at the back of the camping area which
is where you go to pay camp fees of $12 for one of the 8 powered sites plus $2 per person. Tent sites are $6 plus $2 per person. Children up to 12 free.
Plenty of space, so no need to book.

From SHwy 2 west of Dannevirke turn into Maharahara Road, then Kumeti Road and follow to the road end. You will find basic camping (toilets and BBQs only) in a sheltered, bushy glade. Water from the nearby stream must be
boiled before drinking. Day walks over the Ruahine Range can be planned
from here.

 Formerly Scoutlands Likeside Camp Ground.

Off SHwy 3, this hidden gem is just 4 km south of Wanganui beside pretty
Lake Wiritoa. The groomed grounds are huge (5 hectares) and you can camp
either in the bays beside the roadside macracarpa hedge or at the other end
(up past the caretaker’s house) on the tree-shaded lakefront. 28 powered
sites and unlimited tenting space make for a relaxed camping experience.
There are several blocks of well-appointed, spotlessly clean amenities around
the grounds. The water is from an Artisian well. Kayaks and canoes are
available for hire for campers or try the confdence course, fshing or hiking.
There is a dump site. No animals please. Your friendly hosts are Darryl and
Jackie. There is a dump site here  - Bring Marshmallows to Toast!

There are showers, toilets and a kitchen available. You can use the lounge in
the Lodge. Enjoy a BBQ on a lazy summer evening. Unpowered sites are $12
to $15. Your hosts are Denise and Richard.

This smart urban camp has spacious grounds that are well laid out in a circular fashion and bordered by sheltering hedges. Boasting large trees in the park, there are 33 powered sites and at least 50 spaces for tents. The communal kitchen/dining room is large and modern and there is a bookcase in the TV and games room. The ablutions are spotless and well maintained and have individual family/disabled access shower units, plus communal washrooms. A brand new children’s playground is centrally located and picnic tables are available along with other extras such as a dog-friendly zone, coin internet kiosks and wireless hotspot. A new outdoor BBQ/dining area is complete. Dump station provided. Your hosts are Repi & Debbie Wright. 

This is a boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access.

Bookings are required during October to end of April.

Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region

This is a boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access.

Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region

This is a boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access.

Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region.

Mangaweka is halfway between Wellington and Taupo. Just north of the
township turn east onto Ruahine Road and travel 1 km to this great riverside camp. You will also fnd a small children’s playground and wood-fred BBQ’s. Facilities are simple and include cooking shelter with sinks and power outlets Flush toilets and hot water showers. A great spot for swimming, fshing, rafting and kayaking. Your hosts are Paul and Tricia Eames.

Wifi - no  

Hot Showers -  $3 token operated, purchased at Awastone 

Kitchen - cooking shelter for you to use your items 

Pets - Yes

Bookings -no

Laundry - No

Powered sites - yes

Prices based on a per night basis

$9 per person -  unpowered

$24 per site - with power first 2 people, any additional person is $9

$5 per children under 16yrs  - under 5 is free

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Gorgeous, sheltered reserve located next to an historic homestead. Bush
walking, native wildlife, picnic tables and a sheltered indoor summerhouse.
Public toilet facilities. Payment by donation.

This is a boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access.

Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region.

This is a boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access.

Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region.

In the heart of tui country (the bird and the beer!) this un-crowded camp is
located on the southern edge of Pahiatua township beside two hectares of
native bush. Sheltered by a high macrocarpa hedge, the grounds are beautifully
kept, with open sites of a generous size, some with large shade trees. The
ablutions and kitchen are basic, but lovely and clean. The kitchen has a stock
of pots, crockery and cutlery and the separate dining area is surrounded by
glass sliding doors and outdoor seating. There is a TV lounge also. On a patio
outside the kitchen you will find an automatic washing machine and dryer and
a dump station is provided. There is a BBQ for campers and a children’s play area.

Pets are okay by arrangement only. 18 sites have power and are $25
for two adults, $10 for each extra adult. Tent sites are $10 per adult with
children half price and under 5’s free. Your on-site host is Karolyn. Prices
subject to change.

Tucked on the Manawatu riverbank at the northeastern end of Dittmer Drive, this is manicured park-like camping in the heart of the city. Large trees provide shelter and shade and continue the ambience of the adjacent Victoria Esplanade Gardens where bush walks, aviary, rose gardens, the Lido Aquatic Park, an adventure playground and miniature train will keep the younger family members entertained. There’s room to move, with around 85 tent sites and 75 powered sites - 30 or so with double hard-paved stands, waste and sewerage drop points. The abundant facilities are tidy and clean, with a large TV room and kitchen with electric stove and a number of gas rings. There is an excellent coin-operated automatic laundry, refrigerated lockers. Dump station provided. No animals please and Eftpos available. Your hosts are Sue & Peter and Peter & Raewyn. 

- Powered Sites and Tent Sites

$30 per night for 1 person
$42 per night for 2 people
$20 per night each additional adult
$12 per night for children 1 – 13 years old

Minimum Charge $30

This is a standard campsite above the Pohangina River near the Ruahine Forest Park.

Bookings required.

This is a boat access only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access.

Take the road to Scotts Ferry at the main road intersection in Bulls, otherwise you may end up on the wrong side of the river mouth! This small “Camp Inn” is on your left, just as you enter the Scotts Ferry township, tucked up against a stopbank of the Rangitikei River. Well loved by fishermen, the tidy paddock site has innovative ‘Hume tank’ single toilets and showers, with a dozen power points and room for tents. A small, well-equipped kitchen cabin is unlocked for campers to use. New Custodians Frank and Vicki.

The prices effective September 1, 2022. $20 for a powered spot and $15 for an unpowered one. Plus, $2 for a shower and $2 per load. Laundry detergent was provided. Payment can be made online or in cash.

Noted for whitebaiting, .fishing, surfcasting, kontiki fishing and boat club Access
to beach by car or a good walk. The ground are kept clean and mown. The
ablution block is very clean and has hand soap and drying tissues in the kitchen
are a fridge /freezer, microwave, toaster and a hot water jug. Two tubs plus
a automatic washing machine grace the laundry There is 6 permanent sites
occupied and 6 casual powered campervan sites, and tent sites (unpowered)
All casuals are $10 per person $5 for under 15, under 5 free. The camp is
unmanned but has a honesty system.

Just north of the Manakau township, on your left, is this large rambling campsite.
About an hour’s drive from the Interisland Ferry terminal, it’s part of a much larger complex. The camping area is in a secluded valley area, sheltered by native bush and mature trees. There is generous space for the 28 powered sites. A swimming pool, volleyball nets, bush walks and confidence course are available for your enjoyment. For the casual camper there is a simple porch-style kitchen with a fridge/freezer,Stove and Microwave . A solid but well-loved ablution block provides showers and toilets. Laundry facilities are available up at the main complex. There is also a BBQ for camper use. Your hosts are Darren and Colleen. Tent and powered sites are $16.50 per adult and $8.50 per child.

A self-contained cottage next to the owner's house, just south of Atene. You can also park your campervan or pitch a tent in the adjacent paddock. Sleeps five.

This lovely, eco-retreat on the right bank of the Whanganui River accommodates campers arriving by river.(Jetboat or Canoe) Or you can arrive road and Cross the Flying Fox (Aerial Cableway) The Campground has a flush toilet, gas heated shower or an outdoor fire bath in the bush for campers to use. Free Wifi is also available Your hosts are Kelly and Jane. Phone ahead to check availability. Camping charge is $10 per person per night.$5 per person for Cablecar. Great store on site - you can even get a cold beer.

From Ashhurst, it is an easy 24 km drive along Pohangina Road to Totara
Reserve (take Pohangina Valley East Road to avoid the unsealed section). Turn
left at Highland Home Church Camp into Churchill Drive and drive down
to the riverside. A selection of picturesque camping and picnicking sites are
tucked into native bush alive with tui and kereru. A lovely new ablution block
with showers. The park is very scenic, with a range of walking trails and great
swimming holes.

No dogs please. Camp caretaker Kelly Williams lives at
5 Churchill Drive at the Highland Home corner.

Tent sites (unpowered) are $16 for two people. Powered sites are $37 for two people. Extra’s $6.

 CLOSED - Due to significant flooding and affected access to Vinegar Hill the campground will be closed until further notice 

Between Hunterville and Mangaweka, turn east off SHwy 1 onto SHwy 54. A few kilometers down the road you will find a lovely riverside bush reserve in an unspoilt rural setting. Beware of your undercarriage on the short, bumpy, gravel road! Flat, grassy, non-powered sites with plenty of tree shelter, border the scenic Rangitikei River (which has great swimming holes). This is relaxed camping with the only facilities being the new toilets and basic showers (and a second old toilet block at the other end of the reserve). No dogs please during the summer camping season. A caretaker is on-site December to February .

Note this campsite is closed.

Number of tent sites - 15 Diverse vegetation surrounds the campsite. Watch for fantails, tui, bellbird, whitehead, riflemen and kakariki. There are short walks, day trips and tramps nearby.

To reach Waitarere, turn-off SHwy 1 about 8 km north of Levin. Small in size but not in comfort, this spic-and-span terraced camp is adjacent to the wide sweep of Waitarere Beach. It has sites with power, plus a range of tent sites. The kitchen has plenty of facilities (including microwave) and a dining area, with an adjoining TV room. The atmosphere is warm and friendly, with homely touches. All the amenities are of a good standard with two ablutions blocks. An interesting children’s playground is set on the hill above the camp with great views out to sea. Shopping is just around the corner and you can walk through the sand dunes to the beach. A dump station is provided. 

There are 3 cosy cabins, 53 powered sites and 20 tent sites.

300m uphill from the intersection in the village of Pipiriki turn in to the main Whanganui River Adventure property. This is a commercial jet boat and canoe business run by Ken and Josephine Haworth. There is a large fairly flat area for camping. Simple toilet and kitchen facilities available, some provisions and snacks for sale and hot food prepared to order. It is a short walk to the Whanganui River and walks through the native bush. Ideal for self contained campers. They have hot and cold food and drinks available also.

Follow the river upstream from the city for about 7 km where you’ll find mature,
landscaped grounds with many gracious trees. Enjoy riverside family camping
with all the extras at this great location. Family-friendly features include the
heated swimming pool and patio area, spa pool, jumping pillow, playgrounds,
wireless hotspot, internet kiosks and games room - or you can make use of
the range of entertainment activities/equipment for hire on-site (e.g, trikes and
kayaks). Take a river cruise or launch your boat from the boat ramp. Choose
from a variety of sites on different levels, some with river frontage (54 sites
have power and there are 100 for tents). The centrally situated amenities
block is all you’d expect and more! The bright kitchen has new appliances
and huge fridge/freezers and opens out to a large, comfortable dining room.
Clean, spacious ablutions have a separate disabled access bathroom and there
is a well-equipped laundry. There is a new family bathroom and small shop
at reception. A dump point is provided. Your hosts are Ben Kay and Jeannie
Marshall. Tent sites are $36 for 2 adults and powered sites are $44 for 2 adults,
or $20 for one person on a tent site, $25 on a power site.

Follow the lamppost signs dotted along the main routes leading into this beach suburb of Castlecliff 7km from the city centre and right beside the Castlecliff Coast Reserve and two minutes walk to the beach. The campground has very tidy, mature grounds, a small swimming pool, and a sauna. All amenities are spotlessly clean. There is an indoor kitchen, dining room and lounge, and a lovely outdoor cooking, BBQ and dining area, complete with outdoor fireplace. There's even a mini herb garden. This is a lovely little seaside camp with a modern twist. Creatively landscaped, the feature central outdoor dining/BBQ and entertainment complex, is complete with open fireplace, sauna and sparkling swimming pool. Relax to the roar of the waves from one of 40 sites (32 with power). The kids are well-catered for with playground and safe beach swimming nearby. The refurbished kitchen has a range of cooking options, cookware and utensils available and an indoor dining room (with TV) alongside. Excellent playground nearby. The smart tiled ablutions include a disabled access suite and there is a laundry and ironing facilities. A dump point is provided. Internet access is available. Your hosts are Karla and Colin. Free unlimited Fibre Wifi 40 sites, 32 of which are powered, from $20.

Note that this camp does not offer camping to general campers. The facilities offered at this camp are for school parties ONLY. Please do not request a campsite if you are not in a school party. 

Please try other camps in the general area