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Camping with just the bare essentials in some of the most beautiful locations across NZ. Expect a non-flush toilet that's intermittently serviced. Anything more is a bonus.

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Western Springs Spot

46 Reviews

Analysis

Welcome to your spot! Stay with us while you explore Auckland! We can accommodate 2 campervans, powered or unpowered, within easy walking distance...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Motuihe Island Campsite

Hauraki Gulf Marine Park

3 Reviews

Analysis

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

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Te Haruhi Bay Camping Ground

Shakespear Regional Park

25 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

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...

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Sunset Ridge

15 Reviews

Analysis

Phone: 0210792827 Email: steveandkeryn@gmail.com We are on Google Maps as Sunset Ridge, feel free to check there to see more details and...

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Harataonga Campsite

Great Barrier Island/Aotea

2 Reviews

Analysis

Great Barrier Island

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Karamatura Valley Camping Ground

Huia

2 Reviews

Analysis

Walking accessed campsite near Huia, in the Waitakere area.

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Whatipu Lodge Campground

24 Reviews

Analysis

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

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Blackberry Flat Camping Ground

Waharau Regional Park

3 Reviews

Analysis

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

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Mickeys Place Campground

1 Review

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Beach Front Camping Ground

Tapapakanga

6 Reviews

Analysis

Tents only. No campervans or caravans.

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Tawharanui Regional Park Camping Ground

30 Reviews

9 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Tawharanui Regional Park Campsite is located alongside a stunning white sandy beach within in a protected wildlife area. The predator proof...

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Peninsula Camping Ground

Awhitu Regional Park

7 Reviews

Analysis

Vehicle based beachside camping in Awhitu.

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Home Bay - Motutapu Island Recreation Reserve

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Home Bay, Motutapu Island Campsite

Hauraki Gulf Marine Park

5 Reviews

Analysis

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

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Wenderholm Camping Ground

Wenderholm Regional Park

21 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Gates open at 6am and close at 9pm

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