A sheltered lagoon sits right beside the tent sites here, good for a swim or a paddle, with the beach and coast just a short stroll away. Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua is only about 5 minutes up the road, or roughly 3 hours on foot via the walking track, so it's a natural base for exploring the very tip of the country.

It's a DOC campsite with non-powered tent sites, non-flush toilets and cold showers, which stay tolerably warm through summer. There's untreated tap water on tap, so boil it before drinking, and the site is wheelchair accessible with assistance.

The spot can catch the wind, so it pays to check the forecast before you head up. Get a calm day and it's a peaceful place, and it quietens right down outside the peak summer holidays. People who stay here tend to rate it highly.