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5 best Taranaki camping grounds
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Halfway between Wellington and Auckland on New Zealand’s West Coast, Taranaki lies where the mountain meets the coast. Discover Mount Taranaki sitting at its centre, the rainforests of Egmont National Park and a pristine coastline dotted with world-class surf breaks. Whether you’re travelling with the family, on a solo outdoor adventure or a romantic tour to all the best dining spots, Taranaki has something for everyone.
Here’s your guide to the best Taranaki camping grounds to base yourself on your adventure! Our list below includes price per night, location, amenities and nearby attractions for each campsite.
Camping grounds in Taranaki: 5 beautiful spots to spend the night
1. Onaero Bay Holiday Park
State Highway 3, Onaero 4383, New Zealand | Powered sites from $50 per night
Located 11.5km north of Waitara, Onaero Bay Holiday Park is surrounded on both sides by Onaero River with plenty of native bush to explore. One of the most scenic Taranaki camping grounds, it is the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
There’s plenty to keep you busy during the day, too, including trekking to the stunning Mt Taranaki, or simply taking a wander to explore the beauty of Egmont National Park. You can also stroll through art trails, museums, galleries and more!
At the campsite, you will find two amenities blocks with hot showers and flushing toilets, laundry facilities, a waste station and even a playground for little people to run around.
2. Opunake Beach Holiday Park
Beach Road, Ōpunake 4616, New Zealand | From $25 per night
Opunake is a small town on the coast of Taranaki, offering up some incredible views of the coastline, along with the prominent Mt Taranaki. Opunake Beach Holiday Park is located right next to the beach in a calm, sheltered bay, making it the ideal spot to jump in the water to enjoy a paddle.
Whether you’re hoping to get active or simply laze back on the beach, there’s plenty to do. Head off to the community baths from September to April for a relaxing soak, take a coastal walk along Great Opunake Walkway, or get a little culture in with a walk to Opunake Mural Trail with more than 20 murals showing historic images and contemporary art.
The park is well-equipped with everything you need for your stay. Enjoy guest laundry, BBQ and picnic tables, dump station, onsite camp shop, kitchen, bathroom and a children’s playground complete with a toddler swimming pool.
3. Kaupokonui Beach Camp
138 Kaupokonui Heads Road, Manaia 4612, New Zealand | Contact camp managers for current prices
Kaupokonui Beach is a serene spot to spend your days and one of our favourite Taranaki camping grounds! Make the most of a children’s play area, a river for swimming and a surf beach right on your doorstep each morning. Enjoy a day of fishing and white baiting in season, head to the sand dunes to explore the beach or even get the adrenaline pumping with some hang gliding.
The camp has everything you need, with two kitchens on either side of the campground, equipped with plenty of appliances. There are ablution blocks with hot showers, laundry and even a shop selling your basics.
4. Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park
2 Belt Road, Moturoa, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand | Powered sites from $25
Located on the idyllic Coastal Walkway, this New Plymouth holiday park has so much to see and do just minutes away. Owned and run by locals Peter and Anna and John and Jan Crawford, you’ll feel right at home at this welcoming Taranaki camping ground.
In its elevated position, you can see right across the Tasman Sea, serving up spectacular views. Spend your days strolling down the New Plymouth Coastal Walkway, checking out the nearby Pukekura Park, or experiencing the Maori culture at Puke Ariki. There’s also the Tawhiti Museum and Traders & Whalers, and even Pouakai Zoo for a fun day out.
Onsite, you can make use of three communal kitchen and dining rooms, toilets and showers with unlimited hot water, three laundry facilities and a dump station.
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5. Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park
1d Beach Street, Fitzroy, New Plymouth 4312, New Zealand | Powered sites from $24
Rest your head on the beachfront and wake to breathtaking views every morning. This campsite sits on the Coastal Walkway, just waiting for you to pop those walking shoes on and explore. Fitzroy Beach is a great place to go paddling, surf the waves, or relax back and soak up an incredible sunset.
You can also head out for the day and check out some local parks and gardens, including Pukekura Park and Brooklands Zoo. Alternatively, bring the whole family along to the jumping pillow and playground on-site, or visit the kids’ pool just next door. You can also avail of the communal kitchen and dining area, toilets and showers and dump sites.
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