Camp in a picturesque setting in beautiful Pandora bay. Only accessible on foot and with minimal facilities, this is the spot for those seeking a true wilderness experience.
Accessible on foot only, no drive in access.
A perfect place for fishing and relaxing.
Check out the rock pools above the campsite by following the track toward Tapotupotu. Follow the track for a few minutes until you get to the sign directing you down a short path to the stream and pools.
Pandora Campsite is only accessible via foot walking the Te Paki Coastal Track or Pandora Track.
Getting There:
From Kaitaia head north on SH1.
Follow signposts for Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua OR
Tapotupotu if accessing from the west.
You can access the campsite from the east via Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) Campsite.
Alternatively, you can walk Pandora Track which is located 4.5 km past Te Paki Stream Road on SH1.
All walking tracks east of State Highway 1 and Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua in the Te Paki Recreation Reserve are closed due to storm damage. The tracks to the west including the Lighthouse track are open.
Pandora campsite is closed. Tapotupotu, Kapowiarua (Spirits Bay) and Twilight campsites are open.
This is a long term alert.
First published on 28 March 2023. Last reviewed on 14 August 2024.Pandora Campsite is categorised as a DOC Basic Campsite. The following pricing indicates usual pricing.
Basic campsites have very limited facilities so you need to be fully self-sufficient. There are basic toilets and water may be from a water tank that is untreated, stream or lake. Untreated water should be boiled before use to ensure it's safe. Access may be by road or boat.
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Unpowered Site | Adult | $0.00 per night |
Unpowered Site | Child | $0.00 per night |
Unpowered Site | Infant | $0.00 per night |
Adults are 18+ years, children are 5-17 years, infants are 0-4 years.
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North Island ▷ Northland ▷ Kaitaia |
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Pandora Campsite is Currently CLOSED due to safety issues caused by recent weather events.
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