Located in Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua and Te Paki Recreation Reserve in the Northland region
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Camp along a river bank nestled amongst trees a stone's throw away from Rarawa’s beautiful white sandy beach.
The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite.
DOC works with local iwi Ngāti Kuri to manage this campground.
You need to book to stay at this campground.
All sites will be cashless. Eftpos, credit card and electronic transfers only will be accepted.
Ngāti Kuri Facilities Services Helpdesk
Phone: 0800 TE PAKI (0800 837 254)
Email: campgrounds@ngatikuri.iwi.nz
Office hours
Rarawa Beach is located in the Paxton Point Conservation Area at Te Paki.
From Kaitaia follow State Highway 1 north. The turn-off from SH 1 is signposted, 3 kilometres north of Ngataki.
Access: 4 km of gravel road.
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1607538-N6157437
Latitude: -34.72511375, Longitude: 173.08233232
No horses allowed at this campsite.
If you're not camping, you can come for the day, bring a picnic and enjoy the picturesque surroundings. Day parking located just outside the camp ground.
Rarawa Beach is a good example of a natural dune system containing native sand binding pingao and spinifex plants. Each year Rarawa Beach plays host to the Northern New Zealand dotterel and variable oystercatcher during their breeding season. Shorebird breeding season takes place between August and March each year. This coincides with the camp's busy summer period.
During nesting season, if you come across a shore bird nest, do not disturb, and keep away from the area. Let other people around the camp know so more people are aware.
Friends of Rarawa Beach community group, with support from Northland Regional Council's coast care programme, is working hard to improve the dunes and look after the dotterels through a dune planting and trapping regime alongside local schools.
Take a day trip to Te Rerenga Wairua (Cape Reinga).
At high tide enjoy swimming in the lagoon, or go for a dip in the ocean.
Other popular activities include, fishing, kayaking and all types of water activities.
Due to the exposed beach, breaks may be treacherous so take care in the water.
Take the short Rarawa Beach Walk through the campground and along the access track to the beach.
Walk along the stunning Te Paki Coastal Track.
Te Hiku / Kaitaia Office | |
Phone: | +64 9 408 6014 |
Fax: | +64 9 408 6019 |
Email: | kaitaia@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
25 Matthews Ave Kaitaia 0441 |
Postal Address: |
PO Box 569 Kaitaia 0441 |
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