Around 1.5 hours drive west of Napier, is a pleasant basic campsite surrounded
by pine trees. Facilities include toilets, BBQ area and cooking shelter, with
water supply from the stream. Please note: logging trucks use the road, so
drive slowly and keep left.

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.

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.

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.

This extensive holiday resort, set in 17 well-groomed acres, is easy to find, right in the heart of Napier. A huge array of family-friendly features include a childrens holiday programme, awesome play area with jumping pillow and fenced, heated swimming pool, pedal car hire and a suite of recreational
lounges providing giant-screen Sky TV, video arcade games, internet kiosks
and free wireless hotspot. There are 169 camp sites, most with power. The
pleasant grounds feature shady trees, outdoor lighting and hedges between
grouped sites. The kitchen has gas cooking, full stoves and microwaves and
a free BBQ. There is a fridge/freezer and a walk-in coolroom outside. The
camp is well provided with modern ablutions (that include disabled access),
all maintained in top order. Enjoy the a-la-carte menu in the on-site licensed
restaurant or let the cook have a night off with a takeaway meal. Three
laundries have excellent automatic equipment. No pets please. The offce is
open all hours. The manager is David Aflallo. Sites are from $48 for 2 adults.
Seasonal rates apply.

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

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.

Big Bush Holiday Park is permanently closed.

68km east of Dannevirke (or about the same distance from Waipukurau) is wide open space camping with some hedges and trees to shelter the sites. The campground caters for all campers. All ammenties are available -fully equiped kitchen and clean bathrooms along with a family paraplegeic bathroom. Fully equiped laundry with washers ($2) and dryer ($2). Showers 50 cents The beach is within walking distance. Boats can be launched, surf casting on the beach and children can fish off the bridge. Cape Turnagain has a seal colony and is an easy 45 minutes walk away. There are tennis courts at Wimbledon and a 9-hole golf course is next to the camp. Powered Sites $35 for 1 or 2 people per night , extra person $15, Non Powered $15 per person per night. Under 15 years on any site $10, No charge for under 4 years Your hosts are Robbie & Rozanne Jensen . Eftpos available.. It is advisable to shop at a supermarket if coming for a few days, also fill up with petrol as that is unavailable out here.

Excellent location near beach front. Very friendly manager and helpful. There is a kitchen and BBQ if you need it. Toilet block with showers. Powered sites as well as tent sites. Great views.  Fishing ramp nearby.

Reservations essential November to April.