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Top holiday parks and campgrounds near Auckland guide
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When it comes to incredible getaways, Auckland and its surrounding regions have it all. With so many unmissable sights, there’s no better way to discover the top of the North Island than on an epic road trip. Whether you’re exploring in a campervan, motorhome or caravan, we’ve got your camping spots sorted. Below are some of the best holiday parks and campgrounds near Auckland, so that you can experience North New Zealand in all its glory.
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Riverside Holiday Park
Mangawhai
100km from Auckland
Photo credit: riversideholidaypark.co.nz
Resting right on the edge of Mangawhai harbour, Riverside Holiday Park offers a slice of peaceful countryside camping. And its tranquillity is only a stone’s throw away from a championship golf course, quaint cafes and the iconic Mangawhai Tavern’s lively gigs. With the nearby bird sanctuary, olive farms, surf breaks, diving spots, sand dunes and bush walks, this tourist park offers fun for the whole family.
Features: Spacious powered and unpowered sites, WiFi access, laundry, bathroom and kitchen facilities, a playground with two trampolines and it’s very own private beach
Price per night: $20 per adult, $10 per child
Website: www.riversideholidaypark.co.nz
Camp Waipu Cove
Waipu
130km from Auckland
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Camp Waipu Cove is bang on the beach, right at the Southern end of stunning Bream Bay. Start your day with a sunrise swim in some of New Zealand’s warmest waters. From there, Waipu is your oyster - Take a surfing lesson, horse ride through the ancient forest or gaze at glow worms inside the Waipu Caves. Don’t miss Piroa Falls or the coastal walks at Waipu Wildlife Refuge, either. It’s safe to say you’ll want a few days to explore the exciting activities around this holiday park!
Features: Powered and unpowered sites, WiFi access, laundry, bathroom and kitchen facilities, a tennis court and two playgrounds
Price per night: Powered sites from $36, unpowered sites from $34
Website: www.campwaipucove.com
Poukaraka Flats Campground
Waiheke Island
48km from Auckland  One of the best campgrounds near Auckland, Poukaraka Flats fringes a gorgeous kid-friendly beach in Whakanewha Regional Park. Just beside Rocky Bay, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of the Auckland skyline and Waitemata Harbour islands. While getting to this Waiheke Island campground isn’t the easiest feat (you’ll need to drive aboard a car-ferry), we promise it’s worth the effort - Not only did the New Zealand Herald vote it the best camping spot in the country, Waiheke Island has been titled one of the ten best holiday destinations in the world.
Features: BBQs, bathroom facilities and some unbeatable lookouts
Price per night: $15 per adult, $6 per child
Website: www.waihekelocal.co.nz
Muriwai Beach Campground
Muriwai
45km from Auckland
Photo credit: Tourism New Zealand
Nestled within Muriwai Regional Park, Muriwai Beach Campground borders a 60km stretch of rugged rock formations, lacing rivers and windswept headlands. With spectacular waves, Muriwai’s black-sand beach is a surfing haven. If you’d prefer to stay dry, hire some bikes, blokarts or kites for a fun family adventure or take a romantic seaside stroll down the boardwalk. And for all you birdwatching enthusiasts: Muriwai is home to a massive gannet colony so keep your eyes peeled.
Features: Powered and unpowered sites, kitchen and bathroom facilities, and even a local cafe for fish and chips takeaway
Price per night: Powered sites from $44, unpowered sites are $20 per adult and $10 per child
Website: www.muriwaibeachcampground.co.nz
Trounson Kauri Park Campground
Donnelly’s Crossing
210km from Auckland
Photo credit: Tourism New Zealand
Trounson Kauri Park Campground is tucked away on the Kauri Coast, about three hours north of Auckland. Meander through majestic ancient kauri, which are up to 1,500 years old. Get lost in the natural serenity as you listen to native bird calls or the bubbling of a crystal clear stream. And when night falls, join a guided tour down a walking trail illuminated by glow worms. Yep, there’s something special about this cosy campground.
Features: Powered and unpowered sites, a sheltered cooking area, bathroom facilities and heaps of native wildlife!
Price per night: $10
Website: www.doc.govt.nz
Sandspit Holiday Park
Kawau Bay 65km from Auckland
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At this picture-perfect holiday park, families of all ages can relax and play on sandy beaches, kayak across the turquoise bay and snorkel around the Goat Island marine reserve. You can even take out a fishing charter and catch a fresh dinner in Kawau Bay! For fun on land, sip some local wine at the charming nearby vineyards or embark on one of the many native bush walks. Only an hour’s drive from Auckland, this beautiful caravan park is guaranteed to keep everyone entertained.
Features: Powered and unpowered sites, WiFi access, kitchen, laundry and bathroom facilities, a boat ramp and free kayaks!
Price per night: $23-48 depending on season
Website: www.sandspitholidaypark.co.nz
Opoutere Coastal Camping
Coromandel
150km from Auckland
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If you’re looking for a secluded and unspoiled campground near Auckland with breathtaking scenery, head to Wharekawa Harbour. One of Coromandel’s final hidden gems, Opoutere Coastal Camping boasts over 5km of lush forest, white sand and glassy water. Get up early and wander through the vivid Pohutukawas to the top of Maungarua Wahine Pa hill for an unforgettable sunrise over the ocean. Then let it sink in that this blissful camping spot is less than a two hours drive from bustling Auckland.
Features: Powered and unpowered sites, kitchen, laundry and bathroom facilities, and a real sense of seclusion
Price per night: Powered sites from $19 per adult and $10 per child, unpowered sites from $15 per adult and $8 per child
Website: www.opouterebeach.co.nz
Matauri Bay Holiday Park
Matauri
280km from Auckland
Photo credit: Gary Lisbon, backpackerguide.nz
This one is a bit further from Auckland than the other campsites, but the Twin Coast Discovery Highway will take you to some of Mother Nature’s finest work. This is the Northland in all its natural splendour - Fewer visitors make for a relatively untouched coastline. Set up camp at Matauri Bay holiday park for incredible views of the Cavalli Islands, sparkling blue sea and golden beach. You’ll also have heaps of options when it comes to exploring this beautiful bay, with diving, fishing, hiking and swimming right on your doorstep.
Features: Powered and unpowered sites, kitchen, bathroom and laundry facilities, boat launching services, a takeaway bar and a fish filleting station
Price per night: From $14 per adults, $7 per child
Website: www.matauribayholidaypark.co.nz
Port Waikato Holiday Park
West Coast, Waikato 88km from Auckland
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You’ll find the Port Waikato Holiday Park right where the Waikato River flows into the Tasman Sea. This remote camping spot is teeming with just as many activities as it is natural beauty. Head seaward for some fishing, kayaking, surfing or swimming, go bird watching by the estuary and explore the sand dunes on foot or quad bike! Otherwise, jump in the car for a day trip to magical Nikau Cave, quirky Pokeno Market or Cobourne Garden Reserve.
Features: Powered and unpowered sites, kitchen, laundry and bathroom facilities, and a playground with a jumping pillow. It’s also dog-friendly (if you consult management first) so bring your pup!
Price per night: Powered sites are $46 and unpowered sites are $44
Website: www.portwaikatoholidaypark.co.nz
Piha Domain Campground
Waitakere Ranges Regional Park
40km from Auckland
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It is hard to believe that you’re camping near Auckland’s hustle and bustle when you roll up to Piha. This wild paradise has a great campground just a two-minute walk from its magnificent beach. One of our favourite campgrounds near Auckland, the beauty of staying overnight is that you can rise bright and early to have the striking volcanic scenery all to yourself before day visitors arrive. Only 45 minutes from the city, this is the perfect last stop on your RV adventure (provided you can tear yourself away from that awesome view).
Features: Powered sites, kitchen and bathroom facilities, tennis courts, a playground, a bowling green and lagoon access
Price per night: $18 per adult, $5 per child
Website: www.piha.co.nz
Hire a van in Auckland for your next camping trip
Now that you know all the best holiday parks and campgrounds near Auckland, it's time to find the right vehicle to take you there. With Camplify, you can find heaps of unique and affordable vans for rent across Auckland for your next camping trip!
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Essentially, we provide a unique sharing service where owners of caravans, camper trailers, motorhomes, and campervans list their RV for hire while not in use. As an owner, this enables you to earn over $10,000 each year instead of having your RV just sitting around while you’re not using it.
As a holidaymaker, Camplify helps you find an RV that is perfect for you so you can experience the joys of caravanning - without having to own one yourself.
Interested? Learn more about Camplify here.
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