Auckland Region

North Island

Auckland Region

There is no other city in NZ with such an array of close natural wonders. Sometimes hidden behind poor urban design, a small effort yields great rewards.

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Home Bay - Motutapu Island Recreation Reserve

Take the ferry to Rangitoto/Motutapu islands and stay at Home Bay, located right on the beach.

The surf lifesaving tower at Te Henga

Bethells Rd to Constable Rd 8 km or 3 - 4 hr one way, Bethells Rd to O’Neill’s Bay 2 km or 45 min one way.

Motuihe Island Recreation Reserve

Motuihe Island Campsite

Hauraki Gulf Marine Park

Freedom camping on pest free Motuihe Island in the Hauraki Gulf. Just a short boat ride from Auckland City.

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Te Haruhi Bay Camping Ground

Shakespear Regional Park

Te Haruhi Bay campsite is located at the tip of Whangaparaoa Peninsula. It's a stunning spot with a bit of character provided by its resident...

Harataonga Camping Ground

Harataonga Campsite

Great Barrier Island/Aotea

Great Barrier Island

Walking accessed campsite near Huia, in the Waitakere area.

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Camp near historic Whatipu lodge and breath in the history right near the furthest reaches of the mighty Manakau Harbour.

Low cost basic camping in Helensville, nothing fancy, but quiet and safe.

approx 8 km return | 20 minutes to 3 hours return

Tents only. No campervans or caravans.

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Blackberry Flat Camping Area

The facilities at Blackberry Flat (long-drop toilet) are more basic than at nearby Tainui campsite. The camp usually closed during winter due...

Time: 3.5 hours one way