Rarawa Beach Campsite
About Rarawa Beach Campsite
Rarawa Beach Campsite is a DOC campsite in Wharekāpu/Paxton Point Conservation Area, Northland, on the North Island. It has 45 sites. Its facilities include unpowered sites, cold showers and flush toilets, 7 in all. Things to do here include birdwatching, fishing and kayaking. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan. Dogs are not allowed. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Pukenui Holiday Park, 11 km away.
Camp along a river bank nestled amongst trees a stone's throw away from Rarawa’s beautiful white sandy beach.
Facilities
- Unpowered sites
- Cold showers
- Flush toilets
- Tap water (untreated)
- Toilets
- Water supply
Things to do
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Picnicking
- Swimming
- Walking
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
Wharekāpu/Paxton Point Conservation Area, Northland, North Island
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Questions about Rarawa Beach Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Rarawa Beach Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Rarawa Beach Campsite?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to Rarawa Beach Campsite?
Yes. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan.
What facilities does Rarawa Beach Campsite have?
Unpowered sites, Cold showers, Flush toilets, Tap water (untreated) and Toilets, and 2 more listed in KiwiCamping.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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