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Northland Safari
RV Explorer Trip Plan for exploring 100 locations around Northland before or after the Waipu Rally. Login and customise this plan to suit your own interests.
NORTHLAND: BREAM BAY
Caledonian Park
11 The Centre, Waipu, Northland
09 432 1818
rvexplorer id: 18695
Latitude: -35.985011 Longitude: 174.445575
The Caledonian Park is a large sports reserve in the the Waipu town centre and offers low cost overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Waipu Museum
36 The Centre, Waipu, Whangarei, Northland
09-432 0746
rvexplorer id: 19755
Latitude: -35.98405 Longitude: 174.445033333
Waipu Museum is a must stop for those interested in early New Zealand history. It's right in the Waipu town centre, and across the road from the Caledonian Park.
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Waipu Market
47 The Centre, Waipu, Whangarei, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19769
Latitude: -35.98425 Longitude: 174.4447
The community market in Waipu is held on Sundays between 9am and 1pm. Motor caravanners can stock up on country fresh vegetables, some of our top quality olive oil, buy some artwork, or get a massage.
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NORTHLAND: MANGAWHAI
Mangawhai Heads Beach Carpark
147 Wintle St, Mangawhai Heads, Kaipara
rvexplorer id: 20432
Latitude: -36.0812833333 Longitude: 174.596833333
Mangawhai Heads Beach is a stunning location on the ocean beach. There are excellent toilets. The large carpark is set well back from the beach.
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Mangawhai Heads Holiday Park
2 Mangawhai Heads Rd, Mangawhai Head, Northland
09 431 4675, stay@mangawhaiheadsholidaypark.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 18974
http://mangawhaiheadsholidaypark.co.nz/
Latitude: -36.08555 Longitude: 174.588916667
Mangawhai Heads Holiday Park is a large campsite is right on the beach front. There's plenty of parking for large vans, and you're not far from the shops.
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Mangawhai Beach Reserve
36 North Ave, Mangawhai Heads, Kaipara, Northland
rvexplorer id: 20406
Latitude: -36.0906 Longitude: 174.589966667
Mangawhai Beach Reserve is a large grass area overlooking the beach. It is very popular with both locals and visitors over the summer holidays.
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Mangawhai Museum & PDS
cnr Molesworth and Thelma Roads, Mangawhai, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19771
Latitude: -36.1059166667 Longitude: 174.582166667
The Mangawhai Museum is a significant attraction in the town, and include a nice cafe and a public dump station.
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Mangawhai Village Market
Library Hall, Mangawhai, Northland
09 431 2195, marita@cheese-shop.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 14938
Latitude: -36.12635 Longitude: 174.574216667
There is a market held very Saturday between 9am and 1pm in Mangawhai village, located in and around the village hall and opposite Bennet's Chocolate factory.
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Riverside Holiday Park
41 Black Swamp Rd, Mangawhai
09 431 4825, office.riverside@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 18841
http://www.riversideholidaypark.co.nz
Latitude: -36.1305333333 Longitude: 174.584783333
The Mangawhai Riverside Holiday Park is on the Mangawhai harbour inlet, and provides a quiet country environment with safe swimming,
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NORTHLAND: BREAM BAY
Tip Face Rd Carpark
end of Tip Face Rd, Urititi, Whangarei
rvexplorer id: 19518
Latitude: -35.9580166667 Longitude: 174.466416667
Tip Face Rd Carpark provides access to Bream Bay and allows freedom parking for certified self-contained motor caravanners.
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NORTHLAND: WHANGAREI
Uretiti - DOC Campsite
Off State Highway 1, 5 km north of Waipu, Whangarei, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17441
Latitude: -35.933124 Longitude: 174.458857
Uretiti is a DOC campsite located just south of Whangarei. It is very spacious and provides direct access to the beach across the sand dunes.
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Ruakaka Beach Holiday Park
21 Ruakaka Beach Rd, Ruakaka, Whangarei, Northland
09 432-7590, ruakaka@motorcamp.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17595
Latitude: -35.90575 Longitude: 174.452805
Ruakaka Beach Holiday Park is a large campsite just south of Whangarei. With direct access to the beach, views across the harbour, and parking on grass, it is a great location for families to spend the summer holidays.
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Marsden Cove Marina Carpark
48 Rauiri Drive, Marsden Cove, Whangarei, Northland
09 432-7740, marina@marsdencove.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17617
Latitude: -35.8390666667 Longitude: 174.467333333
Marsden Cove Marina has a huge carpark which they have made available to motor caravanners with self-contained vans for low cost overnight parking. This includes power, toilets and showers and the Marina Cafe is available for meals.
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Bascule Road Carpark
oppos 46 Port Rd, Whangarei, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19129
Latitude: -35.7347166667 Longitude: 174.333966667
There is a large carpark alongside Whangarei's new bridge to Onerahi and it is available for self-contained motor caravanners to park overnight.
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Ryburn House Lane Carpark
9 Reyburn House Ln, Whangarei, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19131
Latitude: -35.7262833333 Longitude: 174.32865
The Whangarei City Council have made some parking areas available for campervans and caravans in their Ryburn House Lane Carpark.
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Whangarei Top 10 Holiday Park
24 Mair St, Whangarei, Northland
09 437-6856, stay@whangareitop10.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17594
http://www.whangareitop10.co.nz
Latitude: -35.711273 Longitude: 174.327846
The Whangarei Top 10 Holiday Park is located in Kensington, just outside the Whangarei city centre, in a quiet location sitting at the base of Mt Parihaka.
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Mt Parihaka Lookout
end of Memorial Drive, Parahaki, Whangarei, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19127
Latitude: -35.7121333333 Longitude: 174.338066667
The Mt Parihaka Lookout provides views out over Whangarei and includes parking allocated for motorhomes.
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Whangarei Falls Holiday Park
Ngunguru Rd, Tikipunga, Whangarei , Northland
(09) 437 0609, 0800 227222, wh.falls@ihug.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 11803
http://www.whangareifalls.co.nz
Latitude: -35.6830833333 Longitude: 174.336633333
Whangarei Falls Holiday Park is on the outskirts of Whangarei city, and just a short walk from the Whangarei Falls
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Onerahi Beach Road Carpark
206 Beach Road, Onerahi, Whangarei, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17585
Latitude: -35.7747666667 Longitude: 174.359383333
The Whangarei City Council have made the Beach Rd carpark in Onerahi available for overnight parking for certified self-contained vans. This is a really beautiful location beside the Onerahi Yacht Club, with clean toilet facilities and a children's playground. This is a great location to park overnight.
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Blue Heron Holiday Park
85-87 Scott Road, Parua Bay, Whangarei RD 4, Northland
09 436 2293, 800436229, blueheron@clear.net.nz
rvexplorer id: 02897
Latitude: -35.783846 Longitude: 174.419223
The Blue Heron Holiday Park is a small family oriented holiday park with a beach front location not far from Onerahi. Parking is on grass surrounded with mature trees and would make a great summer holiday location. There is some ashfelt parking available, but otherwise it may be too soft over winter.
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Parua Bay Marina
near 1035 Whangarei Heads Rd, Parua Bay, Whangarei, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19130
Latitude: -35.7756666667 Longitude: 174.45015
The marina at Parua Bay includes a parking area in the reserve where self-contained motor caravanners can park overnight
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Pataua South Reserve
904 Pataua South Road, Pataua, Ngunguru, Whangarei, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17612
Latitude: -35.71545 Longitude: 174.5207
Pataua is a quiet rural community spanning both sides of the inlet, and joined by a footbridge.
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NORTHLAND: TUTUKAKA
Whangaumu Bay Carpark
22 Whangaumu St, Tutukaka, Whangarei, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19754
Latitude: -35.6343333333 Longitude: 174.526033333
Whangaumu Bay is also known as Wellingtons Bay, is a quiet beachfront community with a reserve at both ends of the bay.
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Kowharewa Bay
near 145 Tutukaka Block Rd, Tutukaka, Whangarei, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19751
Latitude: -35.6218 Longitude: 174.530533333
Kowharewa Bay has a public reserve in a small community just south of Tutukaka.
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Pacific Bay
75 Pacific Bay Rd, Tutukaka, Whangarei, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19752
Latitude: -35.6198833333 Longitude: 174.534883333
Pacific Bay is the next bay past Kowharewa Bay just south of Tutukaka. It's a small beachfront community where self-contained motor caravanners can park overnight.
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Tutukaka Holiday Park
Matapouri Road, Tutukaka, Whangarei
09 434-3938, tutukakaholidaypark@gmail.com
rvexplorer id: 11771
http://www.tutukaka-holidaypark.co.nz
Latitude: -35.608827 Longitude: 174.523091
Tutukaka Holiday Park is a quiet location just a short walk from the Tutukaka village - renown for its diving and fishing.
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Matapouri Beach Car Park
Wehiwehi Road, Matapouri, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17293
Latitude: -35.5644666667 Longitude: 174.506866667
Matapouri Beach is a popular Summer location in a small beach-side town. Beautiful beach with some stunningly beautiful walk over the cliffs to Whale bay.
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Woolleys Bay Reserve
1076 Matapouri Rd, Matapouri, Northland
rvexplorer id: 18975
Latitude: -35.5604333333 Longitude: 174.485283333
Woolleys Bay Reserve is a large beach front car park with new public toilets and is available for freedom camping. Access to the golden sand beach is through tracks in the sand dunes.
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Sandy Bay
1336 Matapouri Rd, Matapouri, Whangarei, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19121
Latitude: -35.5566833333 Longitude: 174.473566667
Sandy Bay, just north of Matapouri, is a stunning beach location where you can park overnight in self-contained vans looking out over the bay.
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Whananaki North Motels & Holiday Park
2158 Whananaki North Road, Whananaki, Northland
09 433-8896, Whananaki@igrin.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17295
http://www.whananakiholiday.co.nz
Latitude: -35.5137166667 Longitude: 174.4528
The holiday park is a nice place to stay, with the general store/cafe next door and some walks around the estuary.
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Whananaki School Summer Holidays Campsite
2168 Whananaki North Road, Whananaki, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17294
Latitude: -35.514513 Longitude: 174.454436
Whananaki School is in a prime waterside location and offers campsite facilities during the Summer school holidays.
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Otamure Bay - DOC Campsite
Rockell Road, Otamure Bay, Whananaki, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17287
Latitude: -35.49111 Longitude: 174.46214
Otamuri Bay is one of those truly special places - a peaceful, sheltered, and stunningly beautiful beach location. The campsite is basic, but very well maintained, with clean shower and toilets.
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Teal Bay Reserve
4 Owai Ave, Helena Bay, Whangarei
rvexplorer id: 19512
Latitude: -35.4380666667 Longitude: 174.365633333
Teal Bay Reserve is in a quiet seaside location. The reserve carpark overlooks Helena Bay and is available for self-contained motor caravanners to park overnight.
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Mimiha Recreation Reserve
6 Helena Bay Rd, Helena Bay, Whangarei
rvexplorer id: 19511
Latitude: -35.4329833333 Longitude: 174.36085
Mimiha Recreation Reserve is next to a tiny community of 5 homes at the end of Helena Bay. It has a more rugged beach that Teal Bay, which is the next bay along.
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Whangaruru Beachfront Camp
Ohawini Rd, Oakura, Whangaruru, Whangarei
09-433 6806
rvexplorer id: 19513
Latitude: -35.3801 Longitude: 174.344233333
Whangaruru Beachfront Camp is in the next bay north of Oakura, and provides a large level grass camping area directly on the beachfront.
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NORTHLAND: WHANGAREI
Bland Bay Holiday Park
765 Whangaruru North Rd , Whangaruru North, Whangarei East, Northland
09 433-6759
rvexplorer id: 17616
Latitude: -35.346421 Longitude: 174.354261
Bland Bay Holiday Park in located on the ocean side of the long Whangaruru peninsula. It offers large level grassed areas for parking, many being right along the water's edge.
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NORTHLAND: BAY OF ISLANDS
Orongo Bay Holiday Park
Russell Road, Russell, Bay of Islands, Northland
09 403 7704, 800 676 642, orongobayholidaypark1@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 03090
http://www.russellaccommodation.co.nz
Latitude: -35.2820333333 Longitude: 174.1471
Orongo Bay Holiday Park is the first stop on the way to Russell and is embarking on full scale effort to restore native bird life into the surrounding forest area
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Russell Top 10 Holiday Park
Long Beach Road, Russell, Bay of Islands, Northland
09 403 7826, russelltop10@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 03088
Latitude: -35.25965 Longitude: 174.125023
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Beachside Holiday Park
Main Road, Paihia, Bay of Islands, Northland
09 402 7678, beachsideholiday@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 11074
http://www.beachsideholiday.co.nz
Latitude: -35.300815 Longitude: 174.101999
Beachside Holiday Park is located close to Opua, south of Paihia. It is a small campsite, enclosed by native forest, and includes its own private beach. Excellent location for fishing and diving, there is also a boardwalk through the mangroves and across to Opua.
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Swiss Cafe & Grill
48 Marsden Rd, Paihia, Bay of Islands, Northland
09 402-6701
rvexplorer id: 17588
Latitude: -35.2831833333 Longitude: 174.093666667
Located along the Paihia beach front, the Swiss Cafe & Grill provides overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Waitangi Holiday Park
21 Tahuna Road, Waitangi, Bay of Islands, Northland
09 402-7866, info@waitangiholidaypark.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17366
http://www.waitangiholidaypark.co.nz/accommodation
Latitude: -35.2754166667 Longitude: 174.078233333
Waitangi Holiday Park is strategically placed between Waitangi and bustling Paihia, with water views. It is quiet and convenient with a short work to the beach, or a slightly longer one into Paihia.
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Bay of Islands Campervans
52 Black Bridge Rd, Paihia, Bay of Islands, Northland
09 402 6601
rvexplorer id: 18856
Latitude: -35.2812333333 Longitude: 174.081316667
Bay of Islands Campervans features parking amongst olive trees in a pleasant environment close to the Paihia town centre.
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Twin Pines Tourist Park
340 Puketona Rd, Haruru Falls, Bay of Islands, Northland
09 402 7322, enquiries@twinpines.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 18858
Latitude: -35.2799666667 Longitude: 174.052683333
The Twin Pines Tourist Park is the first of a cluster of 3 campsites overlooking the Haruru Falls.
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Haruru Falls Waterfront Campground
1 Old Wharf Rd, Haruru Falls, Bay of Islands, Northland
09 402 7816, 0800 111 090, bookings@falls.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 18859
Latitude: -35.279395 Longitude: 174.053402
The Haruru Falls Waterfront Campground overlooks the falls, and includes a bar and restaurant.
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Haruru Fall Panorama Resort
6 Old Wharf Rd, Haruru Falls, Bay of Islands
09 402 7191, 0800 757 525, resort@harurufalls.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 11078
Latitude: -35.279151 Longitude: 174.054552
Haruru Falls is a very popular location just north of Paihia. There are three campsites next to each other, all offering parking with views of the falls. Haruru Falls Panorama Resort also offers a restaurant for eating out.
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Bay of Islands Holiday Park
678 Puketona Rd, Paihia, Bay of Islands, Northland
09 402 7646, bayofislandsholidaypark@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 18860
http://www.bayofislandsholidaypark.co.nz
Latitude: -35.2902833333 Longitude: 174.01965
The Bay of Islands Holiday Park is some distance out of Paihia, along the Waitangi River. Set among mature trees, it's quiet and spacious, with good facilities.
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Kerikeri Top 10 Holiday Park
end of Aranga Road, Kerikeri, Bay of Islands, Northland
mail@kerikeriholidaypark.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17591
http://www.kerikeriholidaypark.co.nz
Latitude: -35.228584 Longitude: 173.941444
Kerikeri Top 10 Holiday Park is well placed for spending time in Kerikeri town, being just 500 m from the town centre. The Puketorara river is also a feature, with good summer swimming, and kayaks available for guest use.
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Kerikeri RSA
37 Cobham Rd, Kerikeri, Bay of Islands, Northland
09 407-8585
rvexplorer id: 17613
Latitude: -35.23053849 Longitude: 173.9523345
Kerikeri RSA offers overnight parking for owners of certified self-contained vans. Meals and bar is available in the evenings and you are just a short work from Kerikeri town centre.
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Rainbow Falls Scenic Reserve
near 73 Rainbow Falls Rd, Kerikeri, Bay of Islands, Northland
rvexplorer id: 18978
Latitude: -35.2146 Longitude: 173.9431
Rainbow Falls Scenic Reserve provides a large parking area with public toilets, and walkways that lead to the Rainbow Falls. Overnight parking is not allowed.
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Aroha Island
Kuripari Rd, Rangitane, Kerikeri, Bay of Islands, Northland
09 407 5243
rvexplorer id: 00027
Latitude: -35.19355 Longitude: 174.0071
Aroha Island is a small conservation project managed by the Aroha Island Charitable Trust. Located 12km north-east of Kerikeri, the island is linked to the mainland by a causeway which allows for convenient vehicle access.
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NORTHLAND: WHANGAROA
Matauri Bay Holiday Park
Matauri Bay, Kaeo, Whangaroa, Northland
09 4050525, matauribayhp@actrix.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 11265
http://www.matauri bay.co.nz/camp.html
Latitude: -35.027651 Longitude: 173.9131
Matauri Bay is just one of the stunning bays hidden away around the Whangaroa coastline. The Matauri Bay Holiday Park gives travellers the opportunity to enjoy this unique environment all year round. Set right on the beach, with great fishing and diving, a moderately challenging walk to the Rainbow Warrior memorial, and spectacular sunrises, this is one of New Zealand's prize locations.
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Tauranga Bay Holiday Park
Tauranga Bay, Northland
09 4050436, holiday@igrin.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 11727
Latitude: -35.0059166667 Longitude: 173.785266667
Tauranga Bay is an iconic Northland destination that must be close to being one of the most beautiful places on earth - and you can park your motorhome right along the beach. If you're visiting New Zealand and camping or motorhoming, this is one place you really should plan to spend time in.
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Totara North Wharf
oppos 97A Okura Bay Rd, Totara North, Whangaroa, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19767
Latitude: -35.040816 Longitude: 173.729481
Totara North Wharf services a small fishing community, with a boat ramp and pier. There is also a packing shed for lobsters caught in the region.
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NORTHLAND: DOUBTLESS BAY
Hihi Beach Holiday Camp
Hihi Road, Mangonui, Far North RD 1, Northland
09 406 0307, hihicamp@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 02590
Latitude: -34.9692333333 Longitude: 173.5389
Hihi Beach Holiday Camp is across the road from a beautiful beach. It's an older style campsite, but in a nice location on the far east of Doubtless Bay.
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Coopers Beach Bowling Club
238 SH10, Coopers Beach, Doubtless Bay, Northland
09 406 0330
rvexplorer id: 18867
Latitude: -34.9932 Longitude: 173.504533333
Coopers Beach Bowling Club provides overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners, including access to the bar and snooker tables.
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Cable Bay Reserve
337 SH 10, Cable Bay, Far North, Northland
rvexplorer id: 18982
Latitude: -34.9898166667 Longitude: 173.4796
Cable Bay Reserve is a small reserve with a stunning beach of golden sand, rocky outcrops and crystal clear water. On a clear sunny day this is one of the prettiest beaches in New Zealand!
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Taipa Beach
32 Foreshore Rd, Taipa, Far North
rvexplorer id: 20530
Latitude: -34.9935833333 Longitude: 173.467433333
Taipa Beach is a great location to stop for a break, or even to do some fishing, with plenty of parking along the reserve. Unfortunately, Freedom Camping is not allowed.
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Ramp Road DOC Campsite
149-155 Ramp Rd, Lake Ohia, Karikari Peninsula, Northland
09 408 6014
rvexplorer id: 19827
Latitude: -34.9479166667 Longitude: 173.386016667
The DOC Campsite at the end of Ramp Road it at the base of the Karikari Peninsula. This is an excellent location to chill out and enjoy to Far North coastline.
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Tokerau Beach Motor Camp
13 Melissa Rd, Karikari Peninsula, Doubtless Bay, Northland
09 408-7055, tbmc@actrix.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17598
http://www.tokeraubeachmc.co.nz/
Latitude: -34.8886 Longitude: 173.3692
Tokerau Beach Motor Camp is located on a beachfront along Northland's Karikari Peninsula. It's an older style campsite in a stunning environment. This is a great location for a family holiday, going fishing, or going for walks along the beach.
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Lady Di Olive Grove
1344 Inland Rd, Karikari Peninsula, Far North, Northland
rvexplorer id: 18981
Latitude: -34.8774833333 Longitude: 173.365616667
The Lady Di Olive Grove is a park-over property where self-contained motor caravanners can overnight nestled between olive trees. Their extra virgin olive oil is very good and can be bought on site.
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Whatuwhiwhi Top 10 Holiday Park
17 Whatuwhiwhi Rd, Whatuwhiwhi, Doubtless Bay, Northland
09 408-7202
rvexplorer id: 17599
http://www.whatuwhiwhitop10.co.nz/
Latitude: -34.8741 Longitude: 173.388566667
The Whatuwhiwhi Top 10 Holiday Park is in a prime location on Northland's Karikari Peninsula, opposite a beautiful golden sand beach.
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Matai Bay Reserve - DOC
Maitai Bay Road, Maitai Bay, Doubtless Bay, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17600
Latitude: -34.8302166667 Longitude: 173.407766667
The DOC reserve at Matai Bay is stunning! There are two levels of parking, and plenty of room. You can go fishing, gather shellfish on the beach, go for walks, or just chill out and read a book. We love it up here - especially outside of the busy summer holiday season.
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NORTHLAND: FAR NORTH
Kauri Gumdiggers Park
171 Heath Rd, Waiharara, Far North, Northland
09 406-7166, info@gumdiggerspark.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17750
http://www.gumdiggerspark.co.nz
Latitude: -34.9645 Longitude: 173.208183333
The Kauri Gumdiggers Park is a real Kauri Gum Diggers camp which was active during our early pioneer history when the amber gold was the main industry in Northland. The campsite has been restored so that you can see how the pioneer gumdiggers lived and worked.. It is literally like stepping back in time. There are also some amazing examples of polished kauri gum. And, if you ask at reception, you can park overnight.
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Wagner Holiday Park
214 Houhora Heads Rd, Pukenui, Far North, Northland
09 409-8511, wagenerpark@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17508
http://www.wagenerholidaypark.co.nz
Latitude: -34.8241833333 Longitude: 173.147383333
The Wagner Holiday Park is one of the Houhora institutions. It offers a real NZ family beachside camping experience, whether for fishing, letting the kids run around, or just chilling out.
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Pukenui Holiday Park
34 Lamb Rd, Pukenui, Far North, Northland
09 409-8803 , pukenuiholidays@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17509
http://www.northland-camping.co.nz
Latitude: -34.8170666667 Longitude: 173.115533333
Pukenui Holiday Park is set back from the main road and is just a short walk from the Pukenui shopping centre and wharf. This is a prime location if you want to try you luck fishing from the wharf, or if you just want a really good meal in the local restaurant. Their fish n chips are pretty good as well.
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Houhora Tavern
Salesyard Avenue, Houhora, Far North, Northland
09 409-8805, mcalees@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17510
http://www.houhoratavern.co.nz
Latitude: -34.79515 Longitude: 173.107883333
The Houhora Tavern is New Zealand's northern-most pub, offering good pub meals, and the usual drinks, TV, and pool tables. It also provides low cost overnight parking for motor caravanners, including powered sites, and hot showers.
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Rarawa Beach Campsite
29 Rarawa Beach Road, Ngataki, Far North, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17511
Latitude: -34.72595 Longitude: 173.082383333
Rarawa Beach, or Paxton Point, campsite is located along the banks of a river, and a short walk from a stunning white sand beach. A great location for a picnic, going for a walk, or just chilling out.
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Spirits Bay
End of Spirits Bay Rd, Waitiki Landing, Far North, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17512
Latitude: -34.426 Longitude: 172.861633333
Spirits Bay (Kapowairua) is probably the most well known of the Far North bays, and is dramatically beautiful. The DOC campsite is a 5 minute walk from the beach. You need to drive along 16 kms of gravel road to get there, but this stunning location really is worth it.
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Tapotupotu Bay
End of Tapotupotu Rd , Cape Reinga, Far North, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17513
Latitude: -34.43705 Longitude: 172.714166667
Tapotupotu Bay is a stunningly beautiful and sheltered location. The DOC campsite is right on the beach, and is well maintained and caters for motor caravans of all sizes.
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Cape Reinga Lighthouse
end of Cape Reinga Road, Far North, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17744
Latitude: -34.4300833333 Longitude: 172.682183333
Cape Reinga is one of New Zealand's iconic attractions, and coach loads of visitors arrive every day to walk down to the lighthouse. They peer at the small pohutukawa tree that is said to provide the steps to the sea for departing souls to leave New Zealand and return to their ancestral home in Hawaiki. And they watch the the turbulent intersection of the Pacific ocean and the Tasman sea at the northenmost tip of our country.
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Ninety Mile Beach Holiday Park
6 Matai Street, Awanui, Far North, Northland
09 406-7298, ninetymilebeach@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17506
http://www.ninetymilebeach.co.nz
Latitude: -35.0374666667 Longitude: 173.172133333
The Ninety Mile Beach Holiday Park is under new management, and is getting a full makeover. Positioned within a short walk from the beach, it's a great location for fishing, and there is plenty of room to come with your friends.
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Kaitaia RSA
18 Matthews Avenue, Kaitaia, Far North, Northland
09 408-0520
rvexplorer id: 17503
Latitude: -35.1130333333 Longitude: 173.2656
Like many of the other Returned Serviceman Associations around New Zealand, the Kaitaia RSA provides roast dinner meals, and also allows overnight parking for certified self-contained motor caravanners, They have a large concrete carpark at the back, and also fresh water. Check in at the bar if you want to stay overnight..
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Te Ahu Centre Carpark
cnr Mathews Avenue and South Road, Kaitaia, Far North, Northland
0800 920-029, info@teahu.org.nz
rvexplorer id: 17740
Latitude: -35.1178666667 Longitude: 173.268983333
The new Te Ahu Community Centre in Kaitaia has a large carpark behind the complex which also includes a dump station. Low cost overnight parking is available for self-contained motor caravanners. There is a library and museum inside which covers our early pioneer history.
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Ahipara Holiday Park
164-170 Takahe Street, Ahipara, Far North, Northland
0800 888-988
rvexplorer id: 17367
Latitude: -35.1602 Longitude: 173.161016667
Just a short drive from Kaitaia to the ninety mile beach, Ahipara is a seaside community with just a few shops, quality accommodation, and a beachfront golf course. Ahipara is famous for it's annual fishing competition which attracts enthusiast from around the country.. Ahipara Holiday Park.is the best place to stay for motor caravanners.
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NORTHLAND: HOKIANGA
Horeke Tavern
2118 Horeke Rd, Horeke, Hokianga, Northland
09 401-9133, kai-productions@hotmail.com
rvexplorer id: 17311
Latitude: -35.3561166667 Longitude: 173.590333333
The Horeke Tavern the first tavern ever built in New Zealand, and is an historic icon in a stunning location on the Hokianga Harbour. Overnight parking overlooking the harbour is allowed in self-contained vans.
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Mangungu Mission
107 Motukiore Rd, Horeke, Hokianga, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19119
Latitude: -35.3541166667 Longitude: 173.571283333
The Mangungu Mission House was established in 1828, two years after the tavern. It was the site of the largest gathering to sign the Treaty of Waitangi.
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NORTHLAND: MID NORTH
Firehouse Museum
8 Pukepoto Rd, Okaihau, Far North, Northland
09 401-9295
rvexplorer id: 17601
http://www.firehousemuseum.co.nz/
Latitude: -35.299698 Longitude: 173.738871
The Firehouse Museum is on the state highway 1, just north of Kaikohe, and is an interesting location to visit..
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NORTHLAND: HOKIANGA
Rawene Holiday Park
1 Marmon St West, Rawene, Hokianga, Northland
09 405-7729, info@raweneholidaypark.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17722
http://www.raweneholidaypark.co.nz
Latitude: -35.4022833333 Longitude: 173.501983333
Rawene Holiday Park is tucked away at the back of Rawene town. From the town centre you can also take the ferry across to Kohukohu, or you can spend some time exploring the art gallery, mangrove board walk, or the cafes in Rawene.
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Opononi Holiday Park
SH 12, Opononi, Hokianga, Northland
09 405 8791, harrybarlow@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 00531
http://www.opononibeachholidaypark.co.nz/
Latitude: -35.5082833333 Longitude: 173.390233333
Opononi Holiday Park is a large campground that is spread out into a number of areas and is directly across the road from the stunningly beautiful Hokianga Harbour.
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Hokianga Harbour View Rest Area
rvexplorer id: 17395
Latitude: -35.5406833333 Longitude: 173.386933333
This rest area provides a stunning view over the Hokianga Harbour. You need to be travelling northwards or you are likely to miss it. It is well worth stopping for a break to enjoy the view, and also to explore the Arai-Te-Uru Recreation Reserve a little further along.
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Labyrinth Woodworks
647 Waiotemarama Gorge Rd, , Waiotemarama, Hokianga, Northland
09-405 4581, amazelou@igrin.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 00421
Latitude: -35.5338166667 Longitude: 173.4384
Labyrinth Woodworks, Maze, and Puzzle Museum has been one of the key attractions in the Hokianga. Louis Toorenburg has been making wooden puzzles since back in his hippie days and you can spend hours looking through his collection, or trying to find your way through his hedge maze. There is also limited overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners.
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NORTHLAND: KAURI COAST
Waipoua Campground
1 Waipoua River Rd, Waipoua Forest, Kauri Coast, Northland
09 439-6445, waipouavc@waipouakauriforest.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 17721
http://www.waipouakauriforest.co.nz
Latitude: -35.651958 Longitude: 173.554975
The Waipoua Forest is one of our iconic attractions, featuring some kauri trees that are over 2,000 years old. There are well maintained walking tracks through the forest, and bus loads of visitors arrive all year round.
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Trounson Kauri Park Campsite
Trounson Park Road, Trounson Kauri Park, Kauri Coast, Northland
09 439 3017
rvexplorer id: 00707
Latitude: -35.7198833333 Longitude: 173.6489
Trounson Kauri Park Forest is a special place, with 586 hectares of forest reserve and farmland have been managed as a 'mainland island' by the Department of Conservation. Experience walking through our native forest, and listening to the regenerating bird song There are only a few places like this left in New Zealand..
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Kauri Coast Top 10 Holiday Park
Trounson Park Rd, Kaihu, Kauri Coast, Northland
+64 9 439 0621, 0800 807 200, info@kauricoasttop10.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 18881
http://www.kauricoasttop10.co.nz/index.html
Latitude: -35.75025 Longitude: 173.67405
The Kauri Coast Top 10 Holiday Park provides a luxurious camping experience close to both the Trounson Park forest and the Kai Iwi Lakes.
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Kai Iwi Lakes - Pine Beach Campsite
296 Domain Rd, Omamari, Kauri Coast, Northland
09 439-0986, lakes@kaipara.govt.nz
rvexplorer id: 17736
http://www.kai-iwi-lakes.co.nz
Latitude: -35.8094333333 Longitude: 173.662583333
The Kai Iwi Lakes are one of Northland's iconic attractions. The campsite at Pine Beach offers provides on grass parking set back a little from Lake Taharoa, and is a great location for water sports, fishing, and going for long walks. There is another campsite at Promenade Point.
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Kai Iwi Lakes - Promenade Point Campsite
550 Kai Iwi Lakes Rd, Omamari, Kauri Coast, Northland
09 439-0986, lakes@kaipara.govt.nz
rvexplorer id: 17737
http://www.kai-iwi-lakes.co.nz
Latitude: -35.805493 Longitude: 173.637713
Promenade Point is the smaller of the two campsites at Kai Iwi Lakes and is on the other side of Lake Taharoa. There is on-grass parking, and a modern toilet, but no showers
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Baylys Beach Holiday Park
22 Seaview Road, RD 7, Baylys Beach, Kauri Coast, Northland
09 439 6349, 0800 229 597, motorcamp@baylysbeach.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 00053
Latitude: -35.95015 Longitude: 173.747916667
Baylys Beach is a large seaside community on the Ripiro coast not far from Dargaville.The holiday park has plenty of on-grass powered sites and good facilities.
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Dargaville Holiday Park
10 Onslow Street, Dargaville, Kauri Coast, Northland
0800 114 441, 0800 114 441, info@dargavilleholiday.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 00635
http://www.dargavilleholiday.co.nz/
Latitude: -35.9348 Longitude: 173.878166667
Dargaville Holiday Park is next to Selwyn Park and the swimming complex, making it an excellent location for a family camping holiday while still in a town environment.
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Dargaville Parkover
71 River Rd, Dargaville, Kaipara, Northland
09 439 4975
rvexplorer id: 19087
Latitude: -35.9518666667 Longitude: 173.86465
The Dargaville Parkover is part of the local Information Centre and Woodturners Gallery. They also provide low-cost parking for self-contained vans.
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Dargaville Museum and PDS
32 Mt Wellesley Park Rd, Dargaville, Kaipara, Northland
09 439 7555
rvexplorer id: 19088
Latitude: -35.95975 Longitude: 173.8634
The Dargaville Museum provides an excellent collection of pioneering history as well as a PDS and overnight parking for self contained vans. You get a great view over the town and the Northern Wairoa river.
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Aratapu Tavern
Pouto Road, Aratapu, Kauri Coast, Northland
09 4395923, arataputavern@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 12713
Latitude: -36.0146166667 Longitude: 173.902516667
Aratapu Tavern is located just before the small rural town of Te Kopuru on the Pouto Peninsula. A good location for a country pub meal, it offers free overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Glinks Gully Campground
Glinks Road, Glinks Gully, Te Kopuru, Northland
09 439 5353
rvexplorer id: 17719
Latitude: -36.0802666667 Longitude: 173.858
Glinks Gully is a small seaside community on the Ripiro Coast. Typical of the west coast, it has a long, surf beach and is a popular holiday location for the 'townies' working in Dargaville.
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Ruawai Wharf Car Park
Ruawai Wharf Road, Ruawai, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17718
Latitude: -36.1380833333 Longitude: 174.021233333
Ruawai is a small country town just south of Dargaville and sited alongside the Kaipara harbour. The wharf carpark is a large metaled area adjacent to a reserve with clean toilets, picnic tables and with a children's playground nearby. Self-contained motor caravanners can stay overnight.
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Matakohe Kauri Museum
5 Church Road, Matakohe, Kauri Coast, Northland
09 431 7417, thekauri@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 02991
Latitude: -36.1294333333 Longitude: 174.18505
The Matakohe Kauri Museum is one of Northland's iconic attractions, attracting busloads of visitors all year round. It is easily our largest museum focussed on our early pioneering history, with the emphasis on logging and digging for kauri gum. This is a must see attraction for history buffs, and self-contained motor caravanners can park overnight.
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Matakohe Holiday Park
66 Church Road, RD 1, Matakohe, Kauri Coast, Northland
09 431 6431, 0800 431 6431, MatakoheHolidayPark@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 00450
http://kauricoast.co.nz/Feature.cfm?WPID=142
Latitude: -36.13355 Longitude: 174.188616667
Matakohe Holiday Park is located in a quiet rural environment, overlooking the river, and just a short walk from the Matakohe Kauri Museum.
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Tinopai Motor Camp
Komiti Road, Tinopai, Kauri Coast, Northland
09 431 6380
rvexplorer id: 12734
Latitude: -36.2494166667 Longitude: 174.248133333
Tinopai Motor Camp is at the entrance to the tiny country community of Tinopai, about 30 minutes drive along a sealed road from Matakohe. It's a beautiful country seaside location, with a long walk to the pier, and great fishing.
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Paparoa Motor Camp
cnr Pahi Rd & State Highway 12, Paparoa, Kauri Coast, Northland
09 431-6515, paparoamotorcamp@xtra.co.nz
rvexplorer id: 00567
http://www.holidayparks.co.nz/paparoa
Latitude: -36.1072833333 Longitude: 174.228716667
Paparoa is a small country town on State Highway 12, roughly halfway between Brynderywyn and Dargaville. The Motor Camp is off the main road, and offers a quiet rural setting that is just a short stroll from the shops, cafe, pub, and an award winning restaurant. There is 5 km walk to an ancient Maori Pa Site to help with the exercise.
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Pahi Beach Motorcamp
Pahi Road, Pahi, Kauri Coast, Northland
09 431 7322
rvexplorer id: 00552
http://pahibeachholidaypark.co.nz
Latitude: -36.15715 Longitude: 174.229416667
Pahi is a small rural community on the banks of the Kaipara harbour and is well known for its huge Moreton Bay Fig tree and good fishing. The council-owned campsite is very busy over summer, but would make a nice seaside getaway in Spring and Autumn.
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Kaiwaka Sports Complex
14 Gibbons Rd, Kaiwaka, Northland
rvexplorer id: 17717
Latitude: -36.1587166667 Longitude: 174.444833333
The small Northland town of Kaiwaka boasts a large sports complex which is located away from the main road. Parking is available alongside the tennis courts and has been made available for free overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners. Check with Jaques Four Square Store for availability and keys for the showers.
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NORTHLAND: MID NORTH
Hundertwasser Car Park
Gillies St, Kawakawa, Northland
rvexplorer id: 19617
Latitude: -35.3797333333 Longitude: 174.066733333
The Hundertwasser Car Park is a designated Freedom Parking area, where certified self-contained motor caravanners can stay for a maximum of 2 nights.
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