Puriri Bay (Whangaruru North Head) campsite
Campsite category
Standard
Facilities
Water from tap
Toilets
Rubbish Bin
Showers (cold)
Fees
25 December - 31 January: adult $10.00, child (5 - 17 years) $5.00. All other times: adult $8.00, child (5 - 17 years) $4.00. Children under 5 years: free
Booking
Peak season
Bookings required during peak season.
An improvement programme for Puriri Bay campsite began in winter 2010 and has affected the numbering of individual sites and the availability of some sites.
To clarify bookings, please note the booking procedure for the 2011 peak season:
- From Thursday 1 September 2011, 8.30am, bookings will only be taken by telephone +64 9 433 6160 or +64 9 470 3304. To provide a fair and equal opportunity for all potential campers only one site may be booked per telephone call.
- From Monday 5 September 2011 you can make a booking also by email whangareiao@doc.govt.nz.
- No bookings will be accepted over the office counter.
Off-peak period
- Self-registration during off-peak period
Other booking information
- Backcountry hut pass does not apply
- Campervan access/eligible for NZMCA pass (except during peak period)
Campsite details
- Number of tent sites - 93
Overlooking the mouth of Whangaruru Harbour, this attractive campsite offers sheltered waters, walking, swimming and boating activities.
View a sketch of the Puriri Bay campsite site plan (PDF, 41K)
Location
Puriri Bay, Whangaruru North is located about 30 km south-east of Russell
Getting there
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
Notes
- Camp office hours are 7.30am - 8.00pm
- Camp gates and barrier arms are locked from 9.00pm - 7.30am
- Recycling facilities available
- Camp hosts on site from Labour Weekend to the first Saturday after Easter
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View the camp rules
Access
- Last 2 km single lane
- Weather conditions will limit access to the grassed areas over winter
- Foot access only from the car park 10 June - 30 November
Rubbish disposal
Campers staying in the camp are required to purchase a $2.00 rubbish bag to assist with the costs associated with the disposal of rubbish and recyclable items.
Park or reserve
Whangaruru North Head