Campsites in Gisborne

Gisborne offers a wonderful mix of remote coastal bays and rugged inland country to bed down for the night. From sheltered spots near Anaura Bay to bush-clad sites around Lake Waikaremoana, the region's campsites suit overlanders chasing both ocean sunrises and backcountry quiet. Expect plenty of variety as you plan your route through this corner of the East Coast.

Anaura Bay Campsite

Boulders Campsite

Boulders Campsite is a highly rated Gisborne bush camp by the clear Te Waiti Stream with great swimming holes, a steep 4WD-only final access track.

Manganuku Campsite

Mid Okahu Road Campsite

Mid Okahu Road Campsite is a basic Gisborne back-country site on grassy terraces beside a trout stream in Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne forest.

Mokau Landing Campsite

Mokau Landing is a large, grassy lakeside campsite on Lake Waikaremoana in Te Urewera, Gisborne, with great walks, swimming, fishing and a boat launch.

Okui Hut

Omahuru Campsite

Omahuru Campsite (Ogilvies)

Orangihikoia Campsite

Rosie Bay Campsite

Rosie Bay Campsite is a small, scenic lakeside spot on Lake Waikaremoana in Te Urewera, Gisborne, with great water views and easy access for around six vehicles.

Sanctuary Campsite

Sanctuary Campsite is a secluded Gisborne tent site beside the Minginui Stream, ringed by towering Whirinaki podocarp forest at the end of a gravel road.

Te Pakau (Eight Acre) Campsite

Te Pakau (Eight Acre) Campsite is a remote, spacious riverside tent site in Te Urewera, Gisborne, with swimming, fishing and walks into wild forest.

Te Taita A Makoro Campsite

Waikaremoana Holiday Park

Whitikau Campsite

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