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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A vehicle accessible campsite in Auckland region's Hunua Ranges

Tapapakunga Beach

Take the Manurewa off ramp and head for Clevedon. Then follow the signs to Kawakawa Bay and on towards Orere Point. Just past Orere Point, turn...

Walking accessed campsite in the Hunua Ranges

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Walking accessed campsite in the Hunua Ranges

A walking accessed campsite in the Hunua Ranges

Walking accessed campsite in the Hunua Ranges

A very basic dirt floor shelter, the roof of which is used to collect water for the tank. The water must be boiled for 5 minutes before consumption...

Repeater campsite is an easy 1-2 hour walk from the Wairoa Dam carpark. It boasts basic facilities, a long drop toilet and tank water collected...

Walking accessed campsite in the Hunua Ranges. Moumoukai Road into the Hunua Ranges is closed off due to a slip.