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.

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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Walking accessed campsite near Huia, in the Waitakere area.

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.

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All the great camping sites on your iPhone™, iPad™ or Android™ phone or tablet. Avoid camping penalties using this council approved app. Featuring offline maps.

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approx 8 km return | 20 minutes to 3 hours return

Tents only. No campervans or caravans.

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White - Rose - Laird Thomson Circuit Track

Time: 2 hours return Distance: 3.2km

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Sunrise Holidays

Campervan Hire

Beautiful campervans well set up for freedom camping.