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 bush camp by the Te Waiti Stream near Ōpōtiki, with river swimming holes and a steep 4WD-only final drop into the site.

Manganuku Campsite

Mid Okahu Road Campsite

Mid Okahu Road Campsite is a quiet Whirinaki forest spot on grassy terraces beside a trout stream, with tent sites, basic toilets and campfires allowed.

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 lakeside spot on Lake Waikaremoana in Te Urewera, with water's-edge views, basic facilities and room for about six vehicles.

Sanctuary Campsite

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

Te Pakau (Eight Acre) Campsite

Te Pakau (Eight Acre) Campsite is a remote riverside tent site deep in Te Urewera, with fire pits, forest walks, and great swimming and fishing.

Te Taita A Makoro Campsite

Waikaremoana Holiday Park

Whitikau Campsite

Whitikau Campsite is a remote bush camp at the Raukumara Conservation Park entrance near Ōpōtiki, with stream swimming holes and a rough 4WD track opposite.

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