This holiday park is located between Gisborne & Warioa on the sunny Mahia Peninsula. There are beds for every budget - fully self-contained sea-view motel, ground floor motels, cabins, kitchen cabins tent and powered sites are also available.  Ample on-site parking catering to all size tents, campervans, trucks, trailers and boats.

There is world class surfing, safe family swimming fantastic fishing, surf-casting, boogie boarding, golf course and scenic walking tracks, rocket lab launches.

Also there is a great on site Café- The beach café.

Makotuku is situated between Dannevirke and Ormondville 19 kms and 7kms respectively.
The Domain is a large tree lined area with large oaks, the grandstand has great history, being the only domain grandstand left in the Tararua district.
Temporarily for Self contained vehicles only, pet friendly with powered and unpowered sites
Fees: $15.00 for powered site, $10 for unpowered

Contacts:

Lyle 027 590 1453
Helen 021 215 3833
John 027 328 7992

Mangatutu Hot Springs is a popular camping, picnic and fishing spot, and a starting point for tramping, hunting or day walks up the Mohaka River and further into the Kaweka Forest Park. There are barbecues, picnic tables and toilets located in secluded clearings among the manuka surrounds, and there are access tracks descending to the Mohaka River. The main feature here is the thermal springs. Thermal water issues from a deep, undercut, steaming hole on the top terrace. The water trickles down a riverside bluff and after a short way is channeled into two pools.

Bookings not required - first come, first served.

On SHwy 2, halfway between Gisborne and Opotiki, youll find a pleasant
campsite in the heart of the tiny town of Matawai. Look carefully for the
grassy camp area opposite the public toilets. An ideal stopover spot, there is
plenty of all-weather parking and turning space for large vehicles, boaties and
horse floats in the sealed yard beside the camp. The camping area enjoys
lovely rural views and has trees on the perimeter and a creek at the rear. The
smart amenities include a small homely kitchen with stove, fridge and rustic
built-in timber table and seats, plus a couch and a covered verandah. Across
the road are a country pub, squash and tennis courts. Explore the Waioeka
Gorge from here or take the old narrow coach road (Motu Road) to Opotiki.
Trout fishing and mountain biking are also popular activities in this area. Your
friendly hosts, ask you to book in advance. Tent sites are $15 per
person. Seasonal rates apply.

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

This campsite is now closed.

A small, sheltered riverside campground between Wairoa and Gisborne on the
main coast road. Camp amongst the trees in a delightful landscaped, garden
setting, with room for 19 tents. There are no powered sites. The tearooms
are alongside and meals are available until 8pm (in summer). Across the road
are the Morere Hot Springs, with hot mineral pools and a scenic reserve. The
cosy, split-level camp kitchen is well-appointed, with small appliances, microwave
and fridge or use the outdoor BBQ area. Compact toilet and shower facilities
are available along with a small laundry. Enjoy a game of petanque on the
court beside the café garden. Wendy Swan and Trevor Steed will give you a
warm welcome. All sites are from $18 per person.

Napier Beach Kiwi Holiday Park & Motels is thoughtful landscaping and decorative touches give this beachfront camp a welcoming appearance. Cross the railway line (not in use) and drop into a true seaside environment with pohutakawa trees, sea breezes and the roar of the waves. There are 120 sites, spread across several levels. 60 have power and some enjoy lovely panoramic ocean views from where you can sight the occasional dolphin pod. On the sheltered lower level there are a kids play area, plenty of picnic tables and free-range rabbits! Only 2 km to Bay View shops. You can cook up a storm in the kitchen with hot plate and microwave facilities and pleasant outdoor dining on a BBQ terrace under shade sails with use of a free BBQ. There are new toilet/shower rooms and the central ablutions have a disabled access/family suite. The laundry has excellent automatic equipment and a dump point is provided. Bikes are available for hire, and there is an onsite caf_ open 7 days a week. Your hosts are Jerome and Jacqueline. All sites are from $15 to $27 per person. Seasonal rates apply.

Laid back campsite which is sheltered and close to the sea. Individual camping and motorhome hedged areas. Clean toilets and shower with washing up area, BBQ and free washing machine. Wifi is available.

Number of tent sites - 10.  Camp in a remote setting north of Te Taita O Makora campsite, and go hunting, walking or fishing.

Pouawa Beach is located approximately 18km from Gisborne city. There is good swimming, fishing and diving.

Another camping area runs about 2km along the seafront under similar conditions to Waihau Beach. You can camp among the undulating sand dunes. Bring everything, including a chemical toilet. Very popular and busy in summer.

This is a restricted seasonal camping area, permit required.

Due to bad weather at the end of Match 2022, this camp is currently closed. If you wish to travel to this camp, contact the Gisbourne District Council to check the camp is open. Phone us (+64 06) 867 2049 or freephone 0800 653 800 any time, day or night - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.