Tapotupotu campsite
Location
Tapotupotu is located in the northernmost area of New Zealand on the small, narrow Aupouri Peninsula, north of Kaitaia. Just follow State Highway 1 north.
Park or reserve
Cape Reinga and Te Paki are on the northern tip of the North Island, an area steeped in history and Maori tradition. The area provides easy access to idyllic campgrounds, great walking tracks and picnic areas.
Campsite category
Standard
Fees
$7.50 adult/night, $3.50 child/night (5-15 years).
Campsite details
- Number of tent sites - 45
This is the northern most campsite in New Zealand. Relax on the stunning sandy beaches, swim, snorkel, surf or walk the Cape Reinga Coastal Walkway.
Notes
- Roads are unsealed from Waitiki Landing, steep sections
- Rubbish must be removed – rubbish transfer station at Houhora
- Mosquitoes prolific – take insect repellent
Getting there
Tapotupotu Bay
From Te Paki onwards, follow Cape Reinga Road, which is an unsealed road and gets very busy over the summer months. Please drive slowly and take extra caution. You have vehicle access to Tapotupotu – the turn off from Cape Reinga Road to Tapotupotu is signposted.
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1574155-N6189320
Facilities
Water from tap
Toilets
Showers (cold)
Plan and prepare
Types of Conservation Campsite
Conservation Campsites are accessible by vehicle. You can drive to most and boat-in to some. Each Conservation Campsite is unique but the facilities and services provided at campsites are divided into three categories; Serviced, Standard, Basic.
Fees are charged according to the campsite category and the level of facilities and services provided. Find out more about these campsite categories.
Booking
- No bookings – first come/first served.
- Camp hosts on site during peak periods
- Self-registration during off-peak period
- Back-country hut pass does not apply
- Campervan access/eligible for NZMCA pass but NZMCA pass not valid between 23 Dec - 1 Feb
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