Boats at Motuihe
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Motuihe (Island) Campsite
Located in Motuihe Island in the Auckland region
Introduction
Camp on the headland near a sandy, sheltered beach and explore the island by foot. Good boat anchorage. Home to kiwi, kākāriki, saddleback and shore skink.Campsite overview
Access
- Boat
Landscape
- Coastal
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Toilets
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time.
Dog access
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Help stop kauri dieback
- Stay away from kauri tree roots.
- Clean your footwear and gear before and after visiting kauri forest.
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Check you are pest-free
Check, clean, and seal your gear to ensure you don't bring pests, soil, and seeds.
About this campsite
Getting there
Located on the North-western headland of Motuihe Island/Te Motu-a-Ihenga. There is a good boat anchorage adjacent to the Motuihe campsite.
The campground is to the left of the road coming off the Motuihe wharf, up the path to the right of the toilet block, only a few minutes walk from Motuihe wharf.
There is no transport available on the island to transport camping equipment.
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1772695, N5925165
Latitude: -36.80361291, Longitude: 174.93584276
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $8 per night
- Child (5 - 17 years): $4 per night
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Passes
The campsite pass for rental campervans cannot be used at this campsite.
DOC/NZMCA campsite passes cannot be used at this campsite.
Backcountry Hut Passes cannot be used at this campsite.
Bookings
Bookings are essential.
- Bookings should preferably be completed online. Phone and email bookings incur a service fee.
- Changes and additions to bookings will incur a fee up to $10 per alteration.
Book Motuihe (Island) campsite online, or contact Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Visitor Centre.
Before you book, check with the transport provider for available services.
Campsite zones
The Motuihe campsite is divided into five different zones.
Confidence Course: 5 tent sites on the western side of the sealed road, 25 m uphill from the toilet block.
Parade Ground: 25 tent sites on the headland above wharf road. Follow the timber box steps 100 m west of the toilet block.
Captain's Camping: 8 tent sites located at the end of the sealed road, uphill and to the left (325 m).
Puriri Ridge: 5 tent sites south of the sealed road amongst the puriri trees. Go uphill and around to the left (250 m).
Range: 5 tent sites south of the water tank tower. Go left off the sealed road (375 m).
In the area
Camp only minutes from clear sheltered beaches and easily explore the entire island by foot.
Know before you go
- Motuihe campsite does not provide wood barbeques, fireplaces, showers, picnic tables or cooking shelters.
- No fires. No fireworks. Gas cookers may be used.
- There is no power supply or light at this campsite. No generators. Bring a torch.
- Water available–this campsite has a spring-fed rural water supply. Giardia may be present. For your health, boil drinking water for at least 3 minutes.
- Pack in, pack out. There are no rubbish bins on this island. Take your rubbish with you.
- The historic water tower is a major hazard, and the site is fenced off. Do not enter the inside of the perimeter fence or the tower.
Contacts
| Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 9 379 6476 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | aucklandvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
Shop2, Shed 19, Princes Wharf 137 Princes Wharf Auckland 1010 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 105 469 Auckland City 1143 |
| Full office details | |
