Puriri Bay (Whangaruru North Head) campsite

Location

Puriri Bay, Whangaruru North is located about 30 km south-east of Russell

Park or reserve

Whangaruru North Head

Campsite category

Standard

Fees

Feb 1st to Dec 24th $7.00 adult/night, $3.50 child/night (5 – 17 years). Dec 25th to Jan 31st $9.00 adult/night, $4.50 child/night (5 - 17 years). $14 minimum fee beachfront sites/night

Campsite details

  • Number of tent sites - 75

Overlooking the mouth of Whangaruru Harbour, this attractive campsite offers sheltered waters, walking, swimming and boating activities.

Notes

  • Access: Last 2 km gravel
  • Foot access only from car park 1 July - 30 Nov.
  • Recycling facilities available
  • Camp hosts on site from Labour Weekend – first Saturday after Easter
  • View the camp rules

Getting there

Whangaruru campsite at stunning Puriri Bay.
Whangaruru campsite

Turn off SH1, 15 km north of Whangarei into Russell Rd. After about 30 km (north of Ngaiotonga) turn into Whangaruru North Rd.

Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1723562-6085659

Facilities

Water from tap Water from tap
Toilets Toilets
Rubbish Bin Rubbish Bin
Showers (cold) 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

  • Bookings required for the peak season, phone Puriri Bay campsite : +64 9 433 6160
  • Self-registration during off-peak period
  • Backcountry hut pass does not apply
  • Campervan access/eligible for NZMCA pass (except during peak period)

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Information

Conservation campsite information

Camping care code

Safety

Safety information

Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

Contact

Whangarei Area Office
Phone:      +64 9 470 3304
Email:   whangareiao@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

Mimiwhangata Coastal Park
Phone:      +64 9 433 6554
Address:   RD 4
Hikurangi 0181
Full office details