Otamure Bay (Whananaki) Campsite
Located in Whananaki area in the Northland region
Introduction
Camp in a beach-front setting with large pōhutukawa trees for shade. Relax on the beach or walk along the coast.Highlights
Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- Coastal
Facilities
- Boat launching
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Shower - cold
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Wheelchair accessible
Activities
- Diving and snorkelling
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Walking and tramping
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
- Infant (0–4 years): free
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
You need to book ahead. Campsite Pass bookings must be completed before occupying a site. If you do not pre-book, campground staff (if present) may be able to make the booking for you if space is available. There is a $10 charge for this service. To avoid any disappointment book well in advance.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022.
Bookings are required all year. Book well in advance for the busy summer season.
A $10 service fee applies to all phone, email and in-person bookings.
Your booking will be for your chosen site.
Otamure Bay (Whananaki) campsite lies almost 30 km north of Whangarei, near Whananaki North on Northland's East Coast.
Go past Hikurangi on SH1. Turn off SH1 at Whananaki North Road, which becomes Rockell Road, and travel 27 km. The campsite is 4 km past Whananaki shop and school.
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1732719, N6071514
Latitude: -35.49228157, Longitude: 174.46135262
- Wasps and wasp nests may be present.
- Northland reserve bylaws apply to Otamure Recreation Reserve.
- Camp host on-site year round.
- Check in from 2 pm.
- Camp office hours are 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.
- Read the camp rules.
Gates: Camp gates and barrier arms are locked from 9:00 pm to 7:30 am. Only one vehicle at a time through the gates. Do not share your barrier arm code as it will only work once in either direction.
Walk in the nearby Motutara Recreation Reserve or the Watkin Powell Track.
Out on the headland there are several small, secluded beaches and some good fishing and diving spots.
COVID-19 vaccination policy
Eligible people aged 12 years three months and over must be fully vaccinated to use DOC accommodation. See COVID-19 vaccination policy.
Stop kauri dieback and protect kauri
Kauri dieback spreads through soil.
- Scrub all soil off shoes and gear.
- Use cleaning stations.
- Always stay on the track.
Contacts
| Otamure Bay Campsite Office | |
| Phone: | +64 9 433 8402 |
| Email: | otamure@xtra.co.nz |
| We respond to messages Monday to Friday. | |
| Whangarei Office | |
| Phone: | +64 9 470 3300 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | whangarei@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
2 South End Ave Raumanga Whangarei 0110 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 842 Whangarei 0140 |
| Full office details | |