The 2 Joes
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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷ Te Awanga ▷
Clifton Road Reserve
4.0/5
Plenty of space.
Near the road but the waves distract you. Great spot right on the beach. Potable water available near the wheel chair accessible toilets. Elephant Hill Winery within 200m is open for dinner Thurs to Sat as well as lunch other days. It’s fine dining with a price tag to match. Expensive but very good - perfect for a special occasion.
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South Island ▷ Kaikoura Region ▷ Kaikoura ▷
Hurunui River Mouth Reserve and Camping Ground
4.5/5
Quiet spot in a well maintained, grassy and level picnic area next to the river.
Good access even for larger vans. Toilets are clean. Well worth the $10/night for the local community that provides maintenance. No shops in town but great coffee on the highway 16 km away at the Fossil Cafe. The Cafe owner lives close to the campground.
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South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷ Picton / Marlborough Sounds ▷
Ohingaroa, Kenepuru Sounds
4.5/5
Nice spot overlooking the water.
Right next to the road but it’s very quiet at night. Only 4 spots and they fill up early. 2 day maximum stay.