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Babbage Place

Available to self-contained campervans only between 5pm and 10am

4 spaces available

4 nights only

Details

Feature Value Info

Organisation

Whanganui District Council

Council organisation

Location

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷ Whanganui

Categories
  • Activity__freedom_campingFreedom Camping

Directions

To Coordinates

Coordinates

-39.9149746748895

175.029785239696

Latitude
-39.9149746748895
Longitude
175.029785239696
Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Free Camping Free Camping

Overnight Camping Site Cost

What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight?

Free Camping

Free Camping

It costs nothing to stay overnight. In general this means that you should not expect any facilities.

Overnight Stay Rules

  • Self-contained motorhomes only Self-contained motorhomes only

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Self-contained motorhomes only

Self-contained motorhomes only

Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must have either a 'blue warrant' certificate of self-containment, or a 'green warrant' certificate of self-containment.

Campsite Managing Organisation

  • Local Council

Campsite Managing Organisation

What type of organisation operates this campsite?

Local Council

This experience is managed by a local council.

Payment Requirement

  • Free access/participation Free access/participation

Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.

Booking Required

  • First Come, First Served

Booking Required

Is it necessary to book a campsite in advance in order to stay overnight?

First Come, First Served

Sites are allocated in a first come, first served basis. Get in early for the best spot.

Powered Sites

  • No powered sites

Powered Sites

Does this establishment have powered sites?

No powered sites

This campsite does not offer any powered sites with an electricity supply.

Vehicle Access

  • Vehicle accessible

Vehicle Access

Can vehicles drive in?

Vehicle accessible

This location is accessible in a vehicle.

Campfire Rules

  • Fires prohibited

Campfire Rules

What are the rules for open air fires?

Fires prohibited

There is a total fire ban -no fires are permitted.

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Reviews

    • Icon__tickQuiet and peaceful

    • Icon__tickNice access to park and lake

    • Icon__tickClean facilities

    • Icon__tickGreat playground for kids

    • Icon__crossNoisy from the road

    • Icon__crossLimited parking spots

    • Icon__crossSome facilities require a walk

    • Quiet and flat.

      Icon__personZee

    • Nice little car park.

      Icon__personClaireM22

    • A nice enough park up spot for one night.

      Icon__personIzzy

    • This was such a nice spot!

      Icon__personAnnelie

    • Next to main road, so noisy.

      Icon__personAudrey Banks

    4.3 6 Reviews Analysis

  • Quiet and flat.

    Nice access to the lake and aviary. There is a water fountain in the playground. Maybe 20 parking spots available. 4-5 minute walk for bathrooms but they're in good shape and open 24/7, but if they're closed, there are some more down by the lake.

    Reviewed 2 months ago

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    Zee

  • Nice little car park.

    Limited traffic noise. Beautiful kids playground, aviary, tables and bbq.

    Reviewed 8 months ago

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    ClaireM22

  • A nice enough park up spot for one night.

    The proximity to Whanganui was good and the park next to the car park was lovely. There was an aviary next to the car park which was quite loud with bird noises and the road was a bit noisy too but not too bad. I only used the loos in the morning so not sure what time they shut but they were very clean and there was a water fountain and bins right next to the car park.

    Reviewed 9 months ago

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    Izzy

  • This was such a nice spot!

    The camping area is directly next to the park, close to a playground. In front of the playground there is a barbecue are where you can cook for free. Very clean and nice! Water flush toilets are close, you just have to walk inside the park.

    Reviewed 10 months ago

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    Annelie

  • Perfect for a night.

    Next to the park and a beautiful avery. Plenty of ducks and birds around. We strolled the park and enjoyed watching all the bird on and around the lake. Next to a busy road but it quiets down. Stayed there on a Saturday night and had a peaceful night sleep. Nearest toilet is in the park, but was clean and well lit. Max 4 self contained vehicles allowed.

    Reviewed about 1 year ago

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    Amore

  • Next to main road, so noisy.

    Close to the Lake/park but not overlooking it. Nearest facilities are in the park.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2022

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    Audrey Banks