Campsites in Northland

Northland stretches into New Zealand's subtropical far north, where camping means waking to surf-pounded beaches, sheltered coastal bays, and the freshwater lakeshores of Kai Iwi. From remote spots near Spirits Bay to easy-access coastal sites, the Northland campsites here suit overlanders chasing warm nights, fishing, and sand-edged adventures. Expect a mix of basic and well-serviced options across the region.

Kai Iwi Lakes (Pine Beach)

Pine Beach at Kai Iwi Lakes is a popular Northland lakeside campground with clear freshwater swimming, white sand, nearby walks and beach access.

Kai Iwi Lakes (Promenade Point)

Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) Campsite

Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) is a beachside Northland campsite near Cape Reinga with forest surrounds, great swimming and simple, well-kept facilities.

Maitai Bay Campsite

Maitai Bay Campsite is a tranquil DOC site on Northland's Karikari Peninsula, set among pohutukawa beside a sheltered white-sand bay with great facilities.

Maunganui Bluff Reserve

Maunganui Bluff Reserve is a basic dune campsite two-thirds up Ninety Mile Beach in Northland, with flat tent sites, cold showers and wild coastal scenery.

Otamure Bay (Whananaki) Campsite

Otamure Bay Campsite near Whananaki, Northland is a sheltered DOC beachfront camp with pōhutukawa shade, clear snorkelling water and a boat launch.

Puketi Recreation Area Campsite

Puketi Recreation Area Campsite is a tranquil Northland forest base near kauri trees, with tent sites, cold showers and walking tracks on the doorstep.

Puriri Bay (Whangaruru North Head) Camps

Raetea North Side Campsite

Raetea North Side Campsite is a peaceful Northland bush camp in Mangamuka Gorge Scenic Reserve, with a ford crossing, tent sites and stream water.

Rarawa Beach Campsite

Tapotupotu Campsite

Tapotupotu Campsite in Northland is a peaceful DOC-style lagoon-side site minutes from Cape Reinga, with tent sites, cold showers and beach access.

Trounson Kauri Park Campground

Trounson Kauri Park Campground is a serviced Northland campsite beside a kauri stand, with hot showers and bush walks, ideal as a reset stop.

Uretiti Beach Campsite

Uretiti Beach Campsite is a popular DOC site behind the dunes near Waipu, Northland, with clean amenities and a short walk to a white-sand surf beach.

Campsites in other regions

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