Right on the beach at Purakaunui Bay, this large, peaceful site sits beside the sand with good coastal views and reasonable shelter from the wind. Beach access is easy and the road in isn't too bad either.

Plenty of room to spread out. You can camp alongside the campervans, get up on the grassy hill, or drop down onto the beach and bear right to find the more isolated spots where you can have the area largely to yourself. Well worth the drive along the sand for those.

Facilities are basic: non-powered tent sites, non-flush long-drops, fire pits for campfires except during fire bans, and an untreated tap (boil before use). Wheelchair accessible with assistance.

Good base for swimming, walks and diving, and it consistently earns top marks from visitors. Bring sandfly protection, and it pays to book during peak times to secure a spot.