Tree at Stony Bay Campsite
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Stony Bay Campsite
Located in Northern Coromandel in the Coromandel region
Introduction
This is a spacious (5 ha) campsite beside the coast. Walk or mountain bike to Fletcher Bay along the Coromandel Coastal Walkway. Good fishing and diving nearby.
Campsite overview
Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- Coastal
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shower - cold
- Toilets
- Water from tap
Activities
- Boating
- Diving and snorkelling
- Fishing
- Kayaking and canoeing
- Swimming
- Walking and tramping
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time.
Dog access
About this campsite
Number and layout of sites
- Number of tent/caravan/motorhome sites - 122
- Maximum number of people - 390
View a map of campsite zones (PDF, 2,350K)
Facilities
This campground is Pack In Pack Out. There are no rubbish or recycling facilities except for composting or worm farms to assist in the disposal of food waste only.
The closest refuse transfer station is 525 Hauraki Road, Coromandel Town. See Thames Coromandel District Council website for opening hours and other transfer stations.
Other accommodation
Getting there
55 km north of Coromandel.
From Coromandel take the Colville Road for 22 km until the Whangaahei Junction, then turn right and follow the Port Charles Rd to Sandy Bay, and then the Stony Bay Rd until the end.
Access: Unsealed road from Colville
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1816877, N5956498
Latitude: -36.51231214, Longitude: 175.42188241
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $13 per night
- Child (5 - 17 years): $6.50 per night
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Minimum charge
A minimum charge of $26 per site applies between 27 December and 5 January inclusive.
Passes
The campsite pass for rental campervans cannot be used at this campsite.
The DOC/NZMCA Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite except between 20 December and the end of Waitangi weekend.
Backcountry Hut Passes cannot be used at this campsite.
Bookings
The maximum stay is 14 consecutive days (21 consecutive days from 20 December to 8 February) followed by a minimum 7 day break before returning.
Bookings should preferably be completed online.
Note:
- A surcharge will apply for phone and email bookings.
- Changes and additions to bookings will incur a fee up to $10 per alteration.
Book Stony Bay campsite online or:
From 1 October to 30 April contact:
Stony Bay Campsite
Phone +64 7 866 6822
Email: stonybaycampground@doc.govt.nz
From 1 May to 30 September contact:
Waikawau Bay Campground
Phone + 64 7 866 1106
Emaill stonybaycampground@doc.govt.nz
Before you book:
Activities
Tracks and walks
Walk to Fletcher Bay along the Coromandel Walkway.
Fishing / Diving and snorkelling
Good fishing and diving nearby.
Know before you go
Vehicle access: campground gates are closed from 8 pm to 7:30 am.
Arrival/departure times: check-in from 2–7 pm – register with the office on arrival. Leave campsites before 11 am - you're welcome to continue using the camp facilities for the rest of the day but must leave your site and move your vehicle.
Parking: one vehicle per site - space is limited.
Boats storage/access: boats over 5 metres in the campground are discouraged - space is limited. Water access from the campground isn't guaranteed.
Water is from a stream and should be boiled or treated before drinking.
To protect our native wildlife, and for your and your fellow campers' enjoyment of this peaceful campground:
No fires/fireworks.
No dogs or other domestic animals (cats, birds etc.).
No devices with a naked flame including califonts. Only gas cookers, fridge/freezers and lanterns may be used.
No unsociable behaviour and excessive noise.
No chainsaws, compressors, generators and amplifiers. Generators may be used at Campground Manager discretion.
Make sure you also read the campground rules.
Contacts
| Stony Bay campsite | |
| Phone: | +64 7 866 6822 |
| Address: | Stony Bay Road Coromandel 3584 |
| Email: | stonybaycampground@doc.govt.nz |
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