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Spacious and comfy two bedroom, new bathroom, washing machine, full older style kitchen with fridge/freezer, full stove, jug, toaster, pots, crockery, cutlery, Freeview TV.
Deluxe estuary view standard cabin, with comfy fully made queen bed, towels supplied. Fridge, microwave, kettle, crockery and cutlery for 2 people. T, outdoor table & chairs.
Spacious and comfortable 2 bedrooms with washing machine, full older style kitchen with fridge/freezer, stove, jug, toaster, pots, crockery, cutlery. Spacious lounge dining area with Freeview TV.
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The perfect place to stop, relax & enjoy the stunning white sandy lagoon style harbour & dunes. A holiday hot spot & water lovers paradise. Relax on one of our beachfront sites or choose from one of our nicely appointed cabins.
Come stay & relax with us.
Breath taking views of a stunning lagoon style harbour & dunes, Mangawhai Heads Holiday Park offers a peaceful relaxing holiday on a white sandy beach. Powered & non powered sites, cabins, playground and all only 90 mins north of Auckland or 60 mins south of Whangarei.
A water lovers paradise with safe swimming, kayaking, windsurfing and water ski-ing in the estuary or 5 min. walk to the fabulous surf beach to body board or surf. Excellent fishing, diving by launching your boat on the all tide boat ramp adjacent to the park. You might just spot some dolphins frolicking in the water.
If water is not your thing, why not explore the many top rated walks in our area including the majestic "cliff top walk"with it's fabulous views.
Shops and cafes are a pleasant 1km beach stroll or drive 6km to the village for more shops, restaurants, cafes, & chocolate factory. A lively Saturday market offers a wide range of fabulous foods, product & craft.
We look forward to welcoming you to our piece of paradise.
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Organisation |
Mangawhai Heads Holiday ParkCommercial organisation |
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Location |
North Island ▷ Northland ▷ Mangawhai |
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Operating Season And Hours |
Reception Hours Peak 9:00 am to 7:00 pm (1st December till 28th February, including Easter and Labour Weekend) Off Peak 9:00 am to 6:00 PM (1st March till 30th November) 1st October till after Easter Weekend, Fridays only, we will be open to 8:00 pm Please ensure you arrive in time. Late check-in will incur a $50 call out fee. |
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Overnight Camping Site Cost |
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Overnight Camping Site CostWhat is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Premium Camping Top quality facilities, powered sites and hot showers can be expected. Price is per person per night, based on a powered site for two people. |
Overnight Stay Rules |
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Overnight Stay RulesWhat are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Camping and any vehicle You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle. |
Campsite Managing Organisation |
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Campsite Managing OrganisationWhat type of organisation operates this campsite? Owner Operated Campsite This campground is independently operated by the owner. |
Payment Requirement |
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Payment RequirementIs there a cost for this experience or is it free? Paid access/participation The experience costs money to access or take part in. |
Dump Station |
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Dump StationDump stations allow the safe disposal of sewage and greywater from self-contained vehicles. Does this site have a dump station? Dump station available There is a dump station available at this location for the safe emptying and disposal of waste water from recreational vehicles. |
Booking Required |
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Booking RequiredIs 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. Bookings are required for all peak times - Easter, Labour weekend, & 20th Dec - 8th Feb. Minimum prices and stays apply at these times. |
Charging Station |
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Charging StationCharging stations allow the charging up of batteries in electric vehicles (EVs). Does this site have a charging station? Customer charging station There is a EV charging station available only to paying customers of the location. |
Powered Sites |
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Powered SitesDoes this establishment have powered sites? Powered sites available This campsite offers powered sites to hook into an electricity supply. |
Large Vehicle Access |
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Large Vehicle AccessCan large vehicles such as motorhomes, housebuses and caravans gain access? Large vehicle accessible The site is accessible with large vehicles such as motorhomes and 5th wheelers. |
Cabins |
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CabinsDoes this holiday park have a cabin (no kitchen or en suite)? Cabins available This location offers cabins for rental accommodation. |
Cabin with Kitchen |
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Cabin with KitchenDoes this holiday park have cabins with a kitchen? Cabins with kitchen available This location offers cabins with a kitchen for rental accommodation. |
En Suite Units |
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En Suite UnitsDoes this holiday park have units with an en suite? No en-suite units This location does not offer en-suite units for rental accommodation. |
Self Contained Units |
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Self Contained UnitsDoes this holiday park have self contained units? Self-contained units available This location offers self-contained units for rental accommodation. |
Park Motels |
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Park MotelsDoes this holiday park have park motels? Park motels available This location offers park motels for rental accommodation. |
On Site Caravans |
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On Site CaravansDoes this holiday park offer on-site caravans as accommodation? No on-site caravans This location does not offer on-site caravans for rental accommodation. |
Non-powered Sites |
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Non-powered SitesDoes this holiday park offer non-powered sites? Non-powered sites available This site offers non-powered camp sites. |
Dogs |
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DogsDoes this establishment allow dogs? No dogs allowed The location does not allow dogs under normal conditions. Their may be be exceptions granted under specific circumstances eg. guide dogs. |
Conference Facilities |
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Conference FacilitiesDoes this establishment offer conference facilities? No conference facilities This establishment does not offer conference facilities. |
Vehicle Access |
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Vehicle AccessCan vehicles drive in? Vehicle accessible This location is accessible in a vehicle. |
WiFi Internet |
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WiFi InternetWhat type of WiFi internet access is available? Free Customer WiFi There is free WiFi internet access available for paying customers only. |
Campfire Rules |
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Campfire RulesWhat are the rules for open air fires? Fires prohibited There is a total fire ban -no fires are permitted. |
Local Ownership |
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Local OwnershipHow locally owned and operated is this business? Locally owned and operated A small company with one (or maybe a few) places of business. |
Toilet |
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ToiletIs there a toilet available? Customer toilet There are toilet facilities available to the paying customers only. |
Barbecues |
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BBQ FacilityWhat BBQ facilities are provided? Shared Barbecue Shared BBQs are available The are BBQ facilities provided with the accommodation and they are shared with other guests. |
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Rubbish DisposalWhat facilities are provided for the disposal of household rubbish? Mixed Recycling (plastic, cans, glass) This location provides the facility to dispose of recyclable household items. Generally this includes small plastic, glass and metal items. |
✓ Warm and friendly reception
✓ Stunning location by the estuary
✓ Spectacular clifftop walk
✓ Waterfront campervan spots
✓ Clean toilets
𐄂 Hot showers cost extra
𐄂 No crockery in kitchen
The best Camping on the North Island.
Great place, modern facilities.
All good.
Great camp.
Off peak $50 for 2ppl on an unpowered site.
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10/10 | 7 |
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8/10 | 5 |
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7/10 | 2 |
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4/10 | 1 |
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5.0/5
We received an incredibly warm welcome from Brian at reception.
The facilities were top-notch—the kids remarked that the bathrooms felt like those in a fancy restaurant. We enjoyed daily walks with stunning views and had a fantastic waterfront site. They even allowed us a late check-out at no extra charge when our son wasn't feeling well. A visit to the local Mangawhai Museum is a must to appreciate the history behind the views and the surrounding area. We absolutely loved our stay and highly recommend this campground. 10/10!
Reviewed 5 months ago
Customer
4.0/5
Off peak $50 for 2ppl on an unpowered site.
Absolutely beautiful location by the estuary - great sunrise. But facilities were just ok for that price. Hot showers cost an extra $1 for 5 mins. No crockery or utensils in the kitchen. Toilets were very clean but showers had lots of sand all over (perhaps inevitable given the location, but they could remind campers to rinse their feet using the tap just outside!)
Reviewed 7 months ago
Customer
5.0/5
Great location, good wifi, friendly reception.
$30 for a powered site for two. Clifftop walk was spectacular.
Reviewed about 2 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Tried booking online for that night and it said there was no availability.
After calling I was told to book for the following day as there was space. Arrived a few hours later and found my space with no issue. Directions on email we’re clear & helpful. Toilet’s were clean, wifi was a plus. Campervans get a waterfront spot which was nice. Loved being able to have pooch and liked how all dogs were on leash.
Reviewed over 2 years ago
Customer
1.5/5
As our first welcome, reception was not very friendly..site was very sparse, but she booked either side of us!
Whole areas empty!! Had a wonderful day on the beach ( that is not a beautiful white beach as said!) made the best of it..
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
3.5/5
Pretty good place overall.
Great location but was a bit boggy on a lot of places so muddy trips to bathrooms in the night. Shower block was super clean but kitchen could have done with a freezer. Solid 7.5. Would stay again
Reviewed over 3 years ago
Customer
4.0/5
Great location.
Kids play ground available, tidy kitchens and toilets. Some reviewers say showers are at a price, but only hot ones. Cold showers all good.
Big tidy fridges. BBQ areas, lots of camping sites. If booking in advance you can pick a location I. E. Near the facilities or kids park. If you think weather will be windy then choose the area towards West near the cliff.
Kitchen power point has 4 usb charging also in case you forget power plug.
Reviewed almost 4 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
The best Camping on the North Island.
Friendly welcome from the host Family. Nice view, quiet location, pleasant atmosphere. Perfect starting point for the Mangawhai Cliff Walk. Sanitary facilities are new and clean. Kitchen, laundry, everything in top condition. Unlimited free WiFi. We would go there again
Reviewed over 4 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Brand new facilities including new kitchen.
All v clean. Beautiful setting. Can walk to town where there are a number of restaurants. Owners v friendly and helpful. V good wifi. Would def recommend.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago and experienced in December 2019
Customer
2.0/5
Much too crowded on new years eve!
Expensive and with additional const for showers. But facilities were clean.
Reviewed almost 10 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
We received an incredibly warm welcome from Brian at reception.
The facilities were top-notch—the kids remarked that the bathrooms felt like those in a fancy restaurant. We enjoyed daily walks with stunning views and had a fantastic waterfront site. They even allowed us a late check-out at no extra charge when our son wasn't feeling well. A visit to the local Mangawhai Museum is a must to appreciate the history behind the views and the surrounding area. We absolutely loved our stay and highly recommend this campground. 10/10!
Reviewed 5 months ago
Customer
4.0/5
Off peak $50 for 2ppl on an unpowered site.
Absolutely beautiful location by the estuary - great sunrise. But facilities were just ok for that price. Hot showers cost an extra $1 for 5 mins. No crockery or utensils in the kitchen. Toilets were very clean but showers had lots of sand all over (perhaps inevitable given the location, but they could remind campers to rinse their feet using the tap just outside!)
Reviewed 7 months ago
Customer
1.5/5
As our first welcome, reception was not very friendly..site was very sparse, but she booked either side of us!
Whole areas empty!! Had a wonderful day on the beach ( that is not a beautiful white beach as said!) made the best of it..
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
5.0/5
Great location, good wifi, friendly reception.
$30 for a powered site for two. Clifftop walk was spectacular.
Reviewed about 2 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Tried booking online for that night and it said there was no availability.
After calling I was told to book for the following day as there was space. Arrived a few hours later and found my space with no issue. Directions on email we’re clear & helpful. Toilet’s were clean, wifi was a plus. Campervans get a waterfront spot which was nice. Loved being able to have pooch and liked how all dogs were on leash.
Reviewed over 2 years ago
Customer
3.5/5
Pretty good place overall.
Great location but was a bit boggy on a lot of places so muddy trips to bathrooms in the night. Shower block was super clean but kitchen could have done with a freezer. Solid 7.5. Would stay again
Reviewed over 3 years ago
Customer
4.0/5
Great location.
Kids play ground available, tidy kitchens and toilets. Some reviewers say showers are at a price, but only hot ones. Cold showers all good.
Big tidy fridges. BBQ areas, lots of camping sites. If booking in advance you can pick a location I. E. Near the facilities or kids park. If you think weather will be windy then choose the area towards West near the cliff.
Kitchen power point has 4 usb charging also in case you forget power plug.
Reviewed almost 4 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
The best Camping on the North Island.
Friendly welcome from the host Family. Nice view, quiet location, pleasant atmosphere. Perfect starting point for the Mangawhai Cliff Walk. Sanitary facilities are new and clean. Kitchen, laundry, everything in top condition. Unlimited free WiFi. We would go there again
Reviewed over 4 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Brand new facilities including new kitchen.
All v clean. Beautiful setting. Can walk to town where there are a number of restaurants. Owners v friendly and helpful. V good wifi. Would def recommend.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago and experienced in December 2019
Customer
4.0/5
All good.
Pretty beach and nice staff. Good facilties.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Great location and friendly staff.
Showers were coin operated, great water pressure and 7 minutes plenty of time. Really good bathroom and toilet facilities. Beachfront location is a real treat. Would recommend
Reviewed about 5 years ago
Customer
4.0/5
Great place, modern facilities.
(Kitchen and bathrooms looks brand new).
We pay $40 for 2ppl one night in unpowered campsite.
The hot shower cost $1 the 7 minutes.
Free and fast wifi!
It wasn't the most cheapest place, but was comfortable and tidy.
Reviewed over 5 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
The location and view right at the beach is great.
The camp ground is huge. The pitches with power are big but next to each other, no privacy. A lot of local campers, some permanent. The kitchen is good and clean, no seating inside. The washrooms are beachlike, nothing special. Friendly hosts.
Reviewed over 7 years ago
Customer
4.0/5
Great spot, clean facilities, coin operated timed showers:(
Reviewed over 7 years ago
Customer
3.5/5
The area it's on is very big and spacious which is nice.
All the blocks are very clean and tidy. However no one mentioned the showers- you have to put coins in a machine stuck to the wall to run up the time (make sure you have some) for the price of what you pay for one night it's very cheeky having to pay for the showers on top of that as well as not being told, or on the information sheet.
Doesn't seen to have a lot to it. The beach around the corner is the only reason we have stayed here but pulling up I even said "it doesn't look very appealing" for a 'diamond' place to say- it will do for a night or 2.
Reviewed almost 8 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Great camp.
Very helpful staff. Best position. Could not fault this camp.
Reviewed about 8 years ago
Customer
2.0/5
Much too crowded on new years eve!
Expensive and with additional const for showers. But facilities were clean.
Reviewed almost 10 years ago
Customer
0.5/5
Location was amaizing, but the owers were bad.
They treated us very unprofessionally. We arrived to the site, checked-in, put up our small tent and then realized the tent is not going to stand up the strong wind that was on that day.. Lady offered other sites, but it was as windy everywhere that day, and we did not want to try our luck again as it was getting late. We could not rely on our small tent that night with 3 year old. It was way too windy and cold. The cabins were not available and we asked for our money back as we were leaving. But the owners did not refund pointing at the note on the back wall saying "no refunds" and referring it is not their problem, but weather problem. We have not been told about no refund before we paid. So we had option to stay - sleep under the sky or leave with no money back. She did not advise to go and have a look first either, she was rushing to charge our card. It is so unprofessional and unfair to the customers. We will never go there again and will recommend our friends not to.
Reviewed almost 10 years ago
Customer
0.5/5
I was looking forward to four nights at this campsite over Easter.
I had it all booked and confirmed. The company then contacted me and told me that there had been an error on their website and I either had to pay double the price (as apparently there was a minimum two person stay over this period-although this wasn't stated on their website and I had no issues making the reservation) or they would cancel my booking.
I'm absolutely disgusted by this company and the poor way I have been treated. If this is an indication of what it's like to stay at the campsite, then I'd recommend that noone goes anywhere near it.
Reviewed over 11 years ago
Customer