7 best Waihi camping grounds

Waihi is a gateway to both the Bay of Plenty and the Coromandel Peninsula - a coastal paradise with long stretches of beach and an even longer mining and railway history. Make the most of your trip and stay nearby at one of the best Waihi camping grounds!

Each campsite on this list is within a 15-minute drive of Waihi and offers scenic grounds and outstanding facilities. For each listing, we’ve included the address, price per night and information on the nearby attractions and campsite facilities.

Want even more options? See our list of the best camping grounds in the Bay of Plenty.

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1. Tasman Holiday Parks - Waihi Beach

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Address: 15 Beach Road, Waihi Beach 3611 | Price: From $53 per night

Tasman Holiday Parks Waihi Beach is surrounded by Waihi Beach, Waihi Stream and native bushland. They offer powered and beachside camping sites, where you can wake up to the sound of the bubbling stream or the crashing waves.

This is the perfect Waihi camping ground for a relaxing family getaway, where you can make the most of the 9km stretch of white sand and surf breaks. They also offer a massive array of family-friendly facilities to keep the kids entertained.

Booking can be made online.

Facilities at Tasman Holiday Parks Waihi Beach include:

• Amenities

• Camp kitchen

• Swimming pool and slide

• Spa and sauna

• Playground and jumping pillow

• Games room

• TV room

• Gym

• Camp kitchen and BBQ

• Fish cleaning area

• Free WiFi

• Laundry

• Dump point

2. Bowentown Beach Holiday Park

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Address: 510 Seaforth Road, Waihi Beach 3177 | Price: From $27 per night

Bowentown Beach Holiday Park is located between the bush and the sea at the head of a quiet and peaceful peninsula. They offer unpowered and powered campsites with sea views and direct access to beautiful Bowentown Beach. On the other side of the park is a sheltered bay that’s popular for fishing, kayaking and swimming.

This is another great Waihi camping ground for an adventurous family holiday. Spend your time on the beach, in the surf or walking the network of trails that surround the park. They offer a heap of family-friendly facilities and are only a 10-minute drive from Waihi Beach town centre.

Bookings can be made online.

Facilities at Bowentown Beach Holiday Park include:

• Kitchen and cooking

• BBQ area

• TV room and library

• Laundry

• Showers

• Bathroom blocks

• Private spa pool

• Fish table

• Direct beach access

• Playground and jumping pillow

• Kids' games and TV room

• Bike and pedal cart hire

3. Tasman Holiday Parks - Beachaven

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Address: 21 Leo Street, Waihi Beach 3611 | Price: From $50 per night

Tasman Holiday Parks Beachaven is set across four acres of manicured gardens, only 200m from Waihi Beach. They offer 50 unpowered and powered campsites and are surrounded by native bush borders so that you can enjoy seclusion and the sound of nature.

This is another awesome Waihi camping ground for a family holiday. Whilst it doesn’t offer direct access to Waihi Beach, it is only a 2-minute walk away. You are very centrally located in the town centre and have a huge range of family-friendly facilities at your disposal.

Bookings can be made online.

Facilities at Tasman Holiday Parks Beachaven include:

• Trike hire

• Pet-friendly

• Wood-fired pizza oven and BBQs

• Camp kitchen

• Modern amenities blocks

• Dining area

• Fridge and freezer space

• Free WiFi

• Laundry

• TV area

• Table tennis

• Dump station

4. Athenree Hot Springs and Holiday Park

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Address: 1 Athenree Road, Athenree, Waihi Beach 3177 | Price: From $27 per night

Athenree Hot Springs & Holiday Park overlooks the gentle waters of Shelly Bay on the northern end of Tauranga Harbour. They offer 85 powered campsites with water views, set amongst magnificent Puriri trees and an abundance of wildlife. You are also less than a 10-minute drive from Waihi Beach.

The best part about this Waihi camping ground is its two thermal mineral hot pools. The larger pool sits between 33-35C and is perfect for children, whilst the smaller adult relaxing pool is set to 39.5C.

Bookings can be made online.

Facilities at Athenree Hot Springs & Holiday Park include:

• Free hot pool access

• Dining area

• Camp kitchen and BBQs

• Laundry

• Games room and library

• Kids playground

• Amenities blocks

• TV room

• Dump station

• Fish cleaning area

• WiFi

5. Waihi Camp and Cabins

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Address: 6 Waitete Road, Waihi 3610 | Price: From $20 per night

Waihi Camp and Cabins is only a five-minute walk from the Waihi town centre, offering unpowered and powered campsites amongst a relaxed rural setting on the banks of the Waitete stream.

This is the perfect Waihi camping ground to stay at if you want to ride the Hauraki Rail Trail, with the starting point of section C (Paeroa to Waihi) only a five-minute ride away. Section C is the most popular section of the trail and follows the Ohinemuri River through the spectacular Karangahake Gorge.

Bookings can be made online via the contact form.

Facilities at Waihi Camp and Cabins include:

• Amenities block

• Camp kitchen

• Swimming pool

• Free WiFi

6. Goldfields Railway Campground

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Address: 30 Wrigley Street, Waihi 3610 | Price: From $10 per night

The Goldfields Railway Inc Campground is one of the major attractions in Waihi, but they also have a campervan and motorhome campsite. Whilst they offer highly affordable rates, they only provide basic facilities.

This is a great Waihi camping ground if you are only in town for one night and want to ride the Goldfields Railway - a heritage train ride between Waihi and Waikino.

Bookings can be made online.

Facilities at the Goldfields Railway Inc Campground include:

• Toilets

• Running water

7. Dickey Flat DOC Campsite

Address: Dickey Flat Road, Waikino 3682, New Zealand | Price: From $10 per night

Dickey Flat DOC Campsite offers 35 unpowered campsites beside the Waitawheta River. It is hugely popular with families in summer and is known for its trout fishing and awesome swimming holes. This simple but scenic Waihi camping ground is a highly affordable option for families wanting to do some off-grid camping in nature.

There are a variety of short walks around the campsite, including the Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway (2.5-7km return), which follows the old railway and hosts impressive remains from the mining era. Within Karangahake Gorge, you’ll also find the staircase to the stunning Owharoa Falls.

Bookings are not required. The camping ground operates on a first-come, first-served basis.

Facilities at the Dickey Flat DOC campsite include:

• Non-flush toilets

• Stream water

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