Whangapoua Campsite
About Whangapoua Campsite
Whangapoua Campsite is a DOC campsite in Great Barrier Island/Aotea, Auckland, on the North Island. It has 75 sites. Its facilities include unpowered sites, cooking shelter and non-flush toilets, 7 in all. Things to do here include fishing. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan. Dogs are not allowed. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Mt Heale Hut, 5 km away.
Located on the edge of Whangapoua estuary, this campsite is close to a popular surf break.
Facilities
- Unpowered sites
- Cooking shelter
- Non-flush toilets
- Toilets
- Water supply
- Tap water (untreated)
Things to do
- Fishing
Fees
Fees apply. DOC fees change with the season, and some sites must be booked ahead. KiwiCamping shows the current fee, how to book and what each site offers.
Location
Great Barrier Island/Aotea, Auckland, North Island
Nearby
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Questions about Whangapoua Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Whangapoua Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Whangapoua Campsite?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to Whangapoua Campsite?
Yes. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan.
What facilities does Whangapoua Campsite have?
Unpowered sites, Cooking shelter, Non-flush toilets, Toilets and Water supply, and 2 more listed in KiwiCamping.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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