Northern Headland Carpark, Opunake

Northern Headland Carpark, Opunake...

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Opunake, Taranaki

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Organisation

South Taranaki District Council

Council organisation

Location

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷ Opunake

Categories

Freedom Camping
Free

Directions

To Coordinates

Coordinates

-39.4588195044306

173.848403596878

Latitude
-39.4588195044306
Longitude
173.848403596878

Feature	Value	Info
Overnight Camping Site Cost	Free Camping Overnight Camping Site Cost What 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.	Overnight Camping Site Cost What 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.
Overnight Stay Rules	Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight Stay Rules What 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.	Overnight Stay Rules What 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.
Payment Requirement	Free access/participation Payment Requirement Is there a cost for this experience or is it free? Free access/participation The experience costs no money to access or take part in.	Payment Requirement Is there a cost for this experience or is it free? Free access/participation The experience costs no money to access or take part in.
Maximum Stay Duration	3 nights Maximum Stay Duration How many consecutive days can you stay overnight at this establishment? 3 nights You can only stay at this campsite for up to 3 nights in a row.	Maximum Stay Duration How many consecutive days can you stay overnight at this establishment? 3 nights You can only stay at this campsite for up to 3 nights in a row.
Maximum Sites Available	Up to 5 sites Maximum Sites Available How many camping or parking sites are available for staying overnight in? Up to 5 sites There are only between one and five camping/parking sites available.	Maximum Sites Available How many camping or parking sites are available for staying overnight in? Up to 5 sites There are only between one and five camping/parking sites available.
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.	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.
Vehicle Access	Vehicle accessible Vehicle Access Can vehicles drive in? Vehicle accessible This location is accessible in a vehicle.	Vehicle Access Can vehicles drive in? Vehicle accessible This location is accessible in a vehicle.

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Reviews

✓ Breathtaking views

✓ Magical sunrises and sunsets

✓ Coastal walk options

✓ Near Opunake cafes

✓ Calm dirt road access

𐄂 No facilities

𐄂 Can be very windy

Fabulous spot.
Beautiful spot!
I am allone for overnight in Oct.

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5.0/5

Fabulous spot.
Seems largebfor only 3 vehicles as per the sign. The views are amazing. A short walk to the beach, town and next bay along the coast. The view of Taranaki is amazing!

Reviewed 4 months ago

Ka Gill
5.0/5

Beautiful spot!
Mighty windy though when we were there. Just added to the excitement! Dirt road in and out in good condition, only three vehicles allowed per night, must be self-contained, no facilities at all! We jogged some of the coastal walk in the morning, was really cool! Keep it clean! Keep it free! FACEBOOK: @tasmantravels

Reviewed over 1 year ago

@saltyskin
4.5/5

Clifftop parking with views to Mt Taranaki on the edge of the lovely small town of Opunake.
On a clear calm day this spot is truly magical.

Both sunrise and sunset are spectacular.

Space says three campers only, and not sure how strictly this is enforced, but above Middleton Bay at the exit of Wharf Road, and on Middleton Bay (dog exercise area) near the Surf Club there are extra spots - 3 per site.

No toilet nearby to Wharf Rd, so must have one on board, nearest is Middleton Bay.

The Loop Walk in both directions is fab, either on foot or by bike. Also lovely for dog walking.

OPUNAKE has great cafes, a monthly Sunday Market at the Town Hall and lovely art and gift shops.

Reviewed over 2 years ago

Bette Cosgrove
4.0/5

Great view for the summer solstice, no toilets or water out there, and can be very windy and dusty, but a wonderful view to wake up too.

Reviewed about 3 years ago

Ace
4.0/5

I am allone for overnight in Oct.
Very nice place with good view und walks. No toilets

Reviewed about 5 years ago

angelika19
4.5/5

It is an absolutely amazing spot right on top of the cliffs.
It wasn’t too busy mid March and we saw a beautiful sunset. There are no toilets or water around but it absolutely great for self contained vans. Can really only recommend!

Reviewed almost 7 years ago

Isabel van Megen