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There is a donation box near the toilet block and a suggested donation of $3.00 per person is welcomed.
Beachfront free-camping! We love it. If you're a certified self-contained vehicle, this spot is a wee gem.
Wake up to the sunrise and the waves at Te Awanga, a hop, skip and jump from Cape Kidnappers where the gannets live. Leave the place as you found it and enjoy the surrounds!
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Hastings District CouncilCouncil organisation |
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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷ Te Awanga |
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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? ![]() Free Camping It costs nothing to stay overnight. In general this means that you should not expect any facilities. There is a donation box near the toilet block and a suggested donation of $3.00 per person is welcomed. |
Overnight Stay Rules |
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Overnight Stay RulesWhat are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? ![]() Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must display the "Responsible Camper" sticker. |
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Maximum Stay DurationHow many consecutive days can you stay overnight at this establishment? 2 nights You may stay up to two nights in a row. |
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. |
Dogs |
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DogsDoes this establishment allow dogs? ![]() Dogs allowed The location allows dogs. There may be conditions that may be met eg. dogs must be on a leash. |
Toilet |
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ToiletIs there a toilet available? Public toilet There are toilet facilities available to the general public. |
✓ Beautiful beachfront location
✓ Ample space for campers
✓ Clean toilets available
✓ Good water supply
✓ Close to local amenities
𐄂 Can get busy
𐄂 Noisy neighbours at times
Plenty of space and a beautiful view!
Thisnis stunning apot right next to see.
Great spot.
Amazing site right next to the sea.
Big space and walking distance to wineries.
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10/10 | 40 |
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9/10 | 25 |
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28% |
8/10 | 16 |
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7/10 | 4 |
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6/10 | 4 |
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5/10 | 1 |
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3.5/5
First night was nice with the sound of crashing waves and people around us quiet.
Second night not sure why people need me to listen to their music, and then again in the morning. Seems to be a number of permanent campers here. I think the secret is park as far away from the toilets as possible as that is where most of the noisier group camped.
Reviewed 4 months ago
4.0/5
A lot of space.
Facilities were ok, could’ve been better but also worse.
Reviewed 5 months ago
5.0/5
Our favourite freedom camping spot on north island, been here so many times.
Good toilets & signal, beautiful beach and plenty of room
Reviewed 11 months ago
4.0/5
Awesome spot to stay, was worth the short drive out of napier.
Lots of parking spots right next to a beautiful beach, clean toilets and rubish bins. Would of rated this spot a 10 but unfortunately some campers have let this spot down by dumping there rubish in the bushes instead of using the bins supplied and although this spot had clearly staighted on the sign that it was for self contained vehicles only there were several cars and non self contained vehicles here. We still felt safe and enjoyed our stay here.
Reviewed about 1 year ago
4.5/5
Such a beautiful spot right by the sea.
Had a dip in the afternoon and morning, water was really nice. Toilets are what you expect. Water fountain and tap outside which is good. 6 min walk to a four square! Lots of spaces with shelter or by the sea! Highly recommend
Only downside is you can hear cars driving past, but it’s not too bad.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
4.5/5
Great spot right by the beach, beautiful views in the morning.
Nice clean toilets and clean water available.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
4.5/5
Great spot.
Can be busy but there are lots of little nooks in the trees to tuck into. Washrooms aren’t the cleanest but they are new, just well-used. Right on the beach, would recommend!
Reviewed over 1 year ago
5.0/5
great spot, really beautiful scenery and loads of space.
2 toilets with toilet paper.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
4.5/5
Great place we have stayed here before Very nice toilets Windy on front so suggest parking between trees Nice walk to clearview estate winery - who have great food and the wine is not bad
Reviewed over 1 year ago
5.0/5
Amazing place to stay!
Arrived around 1300 and found a spot right on the beach nestled between some trees. Though there were lots of other campers, it felt private and was quiet throughout the night. Toilets are clean but would recommend bringing your own toilet paper (both bathrooms ran out during my 24hr stay) and hand soap (none in the bathrooms). Doesn’t appear to be a physical donation box any more, but donations can be made through CamperMate :)
Reviewed about 2 years ago
4.5/5
Another beautiful Nz spot.
Lots of other campers staying. We are family of 4 touring Nz for a year with a dog. This spot has plenty of shelter from wind, good river down the road and lots of beautiful local produce. Locals are friendly and helpful. 4square is walking distance up the road and is well stocked, the bar is a good place for a beer and a chat with the locals. The beach has awesome stones perfect for skiming.
Reviewed over 2 years ago
5.0/5
This place was great!
Had lots of space around 30th Dec. Water and public toilets available. Lots of people walking, running in the mornings though so maybe don’t park near the footpaths etc..
Reviewed over 2 years ago
4.0/5
Amazing campsite with lots of little nooks to park your campervan or put up your tent.
Lots of space too so people arrived throughout the evening and found enough space to still give everyone privacy!
2 disabled toilets which are ok. Take your own soap/hand sanitizer as there is no soap in the bathrooms.
Good location near to shops and awesome view to wake up on the pebble beach!
Reviewed over 2 years ago
5.0/5
Loved this place, we came back for a second night in a row even though we were planning on driving to the next spot.
Plenty of space during this time of year. Nice toilets and drinking water. Situate yourself on the rocks near the ocean and your set!
Reviewed almost 3 years ago
5.0/5
Amazing beachfront spot.
Toilets are good. They have water tap for drinking. Also there are bins for rubish and recycling.
Reviewed over 3 years ago
4.5/5
Stunning beach front location, off-lead beach exercise area for doggo, 2 clean toilets.
Plenty of parking sites.
Amazing place to watch the sun rise over the water right from the camper 🖤
Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in June 2021
3.0/5
A great place right beside the sea.
Perhaps avoid weekends as there are numbers of young dirt track bikers using the reserve for their fun. They speed around the area without regard to adults, children and pets.
Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in May 2018
2.5/5
An awesome spot but SO busy.
Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in November 2017
3.5/5
First night was nice with the sound of crashing waves and people around us quiet.
Second night not sure why people need me to listen to their music, and then again in the morning. Seems to be a number of permanent campers here. I think the secret is park as far away from the toilets as possible as that is where most of the noisier group camped.
Reviewed 4 months ago
4.0/5
A lot of space.
Facilities were ok, could’ve been better but also worse.
Reviewed 5 months ago
5.0/5
Our favourite freedom camping spot on north island, been here so many times.
Good toilets & signal, beautiful beach and plenty of room
Reviewed 11 months ago
4.0/5
Awesome spot to stay, was worth the short drive out of napier.
Lots of parking spots right next to a beautiful beach, clean toilets and rubish bins. Would of rated this spot a 10 but unfortunately some campers have let this spot down by dumping there rubish in the bushes instead of using the bins supplied and although this spot had clearly staighted on the sign that it was for self contained vehicles only there were several cars and non self contained vehicles here. We still felt safe and enjoyed our stay here.
Reviewed about 1 year ago
4.5/5
Such a beautiful spot right by the sea.
Had a dip in the afternoon and morning, water was really nice. Toilets are what you expect. Water fountain and tap outside which is good. 6 min walk to a four square! Lots of spaces with shelter or by the sea! Highly recommend
Only downside is you can hear cars driving past, but it’s not too bad.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
4.5/5
Great spot right by the beach, beautiful views in the morning.
Nice clean toilets and clean water available.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
4.5/5
Great spot.
Can be busy but there are lots of little nooks in the trees to tuck into. Washrooms aren’t the cleanest but they are new, just well-used. Right on the beach, would recommend!
Reviewed over 1 year ago
5.0/5
great spot, really beautiful scenery and loads of space.
2 toilets with toilet paper.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
4.5/5
Great place we have stayed here before Very nice toilets Windy on front so suggest parking between trees Nice walk to clearview estate winery - who have great food and the wine is not bad
Reviewed over 1 year ago
5.0/5
Amazing place to stay!
Arrived around 1300 and found a spot right on the beach nestled between some trees. Though there were lots of other campers, it felt private and was quiet throughout the night. Toilets are clean but would recommend bringing your own toilet paper (both bathrooms ran out during my 24hr stay) and hand soap (none in the bathrooms). Doesn’t appear to be a physical donation box any more, but donations can be made through CamperMate :)
Reviewed about 2 years ago
4.5/5
Another beautiful Nz spot.
Lots of other campers staying. We are family of 4 touring Nz for a year with a dog. This spot has plenty of shelter from wind, good river down the road and lots of beautiful local produce. Locals are friendly and helpful. 4square is walking distance up the road and is well stocked, the bar is a good place for a beer and a chat with the locals. The beach has awesome stones perfect for skiming.
Reviewed over 2 years ago
5.0/5
This place was great!
Had lots of space around 30th Dec. Water and public toilets available. Lots of people walking, running in the mornings though so maybe don’t park near the footpaths etc..
Reviewed over 2 years ago
4.0/5
Amazing campsite with lots of little nooks to park your campervan or put up your tent.
Lots of space too so people arrived throughout the evening and found enough space to still give everyone privacy!
2 disabled toilets which are ok. Take your own soap/hand sanitizer as there is no soap in the bathrooms.
Good location near to shops and awesome view to wake up on the pebble beach!
Reviewed over 2 years ago
5.0/5
Loved this place, we came back for a second night in a row even though we were planning on driving to the next spot.
Plenty of space during this time of year. Nice toilets and drinking water. Situate yourself on the rocks near the ocean and your set!
Reviewed almost 3 years ago
5.0/5
Amazing beachfront spot.
Toilets are good. They have water tap for drinking. Also there are bins for rubish and recycling.
Reviewed over 3 years ago
4.5/5
Stunning beach front location, off-lead beach exercise area for doggo, 2 clean toilets.
Plenty of parking sites.
Amazing place to watch the sun rise over the water right from the camper 🖤
Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in June 2021
4.5/5
First time staying here very large area right by the ocean new toilets will be back
Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in April 2021
5.0/5
Great spot by the sea, lots of space and nice clean toilets with drinking water, recycling and landfill!
Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2021
4.5/5
Great spot to stay for a night or two when visiting Hawkes Bay.
In walking distance to a four square and takeaway shop. You can also walk to the Elephant Hill winery and cycle to other wineries. We stayed here as we had an early start the next day for the gannet tour. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2021
4.5/5
Nestled in the bushes right on the beach with a surf board seat/table provided.
Couldn’t ask for much better. Lots of space for campers. 2 toilets. Stiff doors so needs a wee push/pull. Best to bring some toilet paper as it ran out first thing in the morning. They are maintained daily as well as the bins. Went for a swim. Later found out there are rips out there 😬.
Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2021