Westshore Holiday Park is easy-to-find camp on the northern edge of Napier. Set in immaculate and mature gardens, the recent addition of a large, grassed recreational area at the rear of the camp behind the tent terraces is a real asset. There is a flying fox, Trampoline etc. . The camp comprises 70 sites (46 with power) and some all-weather van sites. Children have an enclosed, central play area and there is a pleasant covered dining area set aside for BBQs and socialising. There is a corridor-type kitchen with dining and TV at one end, plus a good selection of kitchen equipment. Two ablution blocks with metered showers have had a spruce-up (plus there is a children_s bath). An automatic laundry is available, as is bike hire and wireless internet. The tavern across the road or adjacent take-away are handy alternatives when it_s your night to cook! Your hosts are Dennis and Brenda.

The campground at Akitio is right next to the beach and rumbles with the sound of the sea. The amenities were clean and neat.

There is a small general store for the local residents and campers.

The campsite is mostly used by long-term residents, but there are powered sites available for casual visitors.

Fishing is clearly good, as there is a well-used fish cleaning area.

Well signposted and just off the highway 1 km north of Norsewood, is a lovely
little glade snuggled into a backdrop of bush. There is a rustic dining shelter,
rubbish collection, two basic flush toilets and an outside tap provided. The
water is not suitable for drinking. Do not light fires here. This is a council
facility for short-term camping. $2 per night.

Just 8 kilometres north of Napier, turn off the main Highway onto Hill Rd,
then turn left onto Patene Road. You will find this camp ground behind the
Bay View Hotel. Great surfcasting 5 minutes away. Central to the camp
is an octagonal service block with semi covered dining area with a fully
equipped covered outdoor kitchen, BBQ, laundry and unisex ablutions and
large showers with disabled access. There is a TV lounge with wifi internet,
and dump station. An onsite bar supplies meals and refreshments. Enjoy a
pig on a spit on Sunday evenings, from 6pm, bookings preferred. All sites are
$14 per person.. Your hosts are Adrian and Trevor

Big Bush Holiday Park is permanently closed.

BlueBeach Camping is 45km from Waipukurau and is close to both the beach and river where swimming, surfcasting and water-skiing are popular pursuits. The grounds are level, with some gum trees for shade and plenty of permanents in residence. A mini putt course is near the office and there are BBQ and fish-cleaning facilities. The kitchen is open-plan and has TV, dining, books and easy chairs. The cooks corner has a full stove plus extra hot plates and microwaves. There is an outdoor BBQ area beneath a shade sail and a small children's playground. 5km up the road you will find a dairy in the village, a pub and a garage. You can hire kayaks and golf clubs here to explore the river or have a round of golf at the nearby course. The ablutions are roomy and have a separate disabled access suite. The laundry provides automatic machines. Your hosts are Richard and Zoe.

Pricing

Powered Camp Site:

$22/night per Adult
Children 5 Years to 14 Years $10/night
Children under 5 stay free

Non Powered Camp Site:

$20/night per Adults
Children 5 Years to 14 Years $10/night
Children under 5 stay free

Hot shower – $1 coin operated (5 mins)
Laundry – $2 coin operated

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.

Clifton Beach Reserve Motor Camp is right at the gateway to the gannet colony at Cape Kidnappers, this beachfront camp is a popular spot with fisherfolk and surf lovers. A long narrow camp spread out along the seafront, where you can park up and enjoy the spectacular sea vistas. Situated at the roadend, entry is a barrier arm and there is a casual parking fee for daytrippers. With 155 mainly powered sites, and many permanent setups. There is an extension camp on the road before the office to cater for the busy season. The large kitchens have two stoves plus hotplates. Two blocks of ablutions offer free showers (hot water is turned off during the day in busy season). The automatic laundry equipment is plentiful. A dump station, outdoor showers, plenty of taps and rubbish bins are provided. The on-site shop has basic supplies and almost opposite is a very popular cafe, restaurant and bar. Book for Labour Weekend, Easter time or Christmas.

Temporarily Closed due to Cyclone Gabrielle. We are unsure when we will re open.

A short distance from State highway 5, on the road to Taupo and right opposite the Hawkes Bay Mountain Bike Park, this rambling family park offers sheltered campsites in the heart of grape-growing country. It_s bordered by the Esk River that offers safe swimming with unrestricted river access. There are trout and eels, so it_s good for fishing. Shady trees are plentiful and the kids can ride their bikes. The country-style camping attracts some long-term occupants but there are roomy sites for motorhomes and large vehicles. A modest park with a children's playground. The basic clean kitchen has hotplate cooking, microwave and fridge/freezers. There are 2 ablution blocks. There are two spruce up ablution blocks. They offer free showers and a separate disabled access unit. An automatic laundry and coin phone are provided. Your hosts are Dan & Ashlee hope to have a dump point before this book is printed. Seasonal rates apply. No eftpos is available. Please bring cash or cheque.

Everetts Campsite, Mohaka River  Camp in a big grassy area beside a pine plantation and the Mohaka River. Fish, swim, canoe or try white water rafting. Access is via foot or bike.

Number of tent sites - 20 (unpowered)

Bookings

Bookings not required - first come, first served

Fees

Free