Tapotupotu Campsite
About Tapotupotu Campsite
Tapotupotu Campsite is a DOC campsite in Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua, Northland, on the North Island. It has 45 sites. Its facilities include unpowered sites, cold showers and tap water (untreated), 7 in all. Things to do here include birdwatching, diving and fishing. You can get there by campervan and car. Dogs are not allowed. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Twilight Campsite, 8 km away.
Camp near a lagoon suitable for swimming and kayaking. Visit Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua only 5 minutes drive away or 3 hours via the walking track.
Facilities
- Unpowered sites
- Cold showers
- Tap water (untreated)
- Non-flush toilets
- Toilets
- Water supply
Things to do
- Birdwatching
- Diving
- Fishing
- 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
Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua, Northland, North Island
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Questions about Tapotupotu Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Tapotupotu Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Tapotupotu Campsite?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to Tapotupotu Campsite?
Yes. You can get there by campervan and car.
What facilities does Tapotupotu Campsite have?
Unpowered sites, Cold showers, Tap water (untreated), Non-flush toilets and Toilets, and 2 more listed in KiwiCamping.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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