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DOC Campsites in New Zealand

Explore source-linked Department of Conservation campsites in New Zealand. Compare regions, basic facilities and recorded booking arrangements before you go.

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This is the DOC-classified portion of our published campsite directory, not an official DOC website or a promise of complete national coverage. Facilities, booking requirements and seasonal access differ. Use each guide's official source for current notices, fees and reservations.

324 published records. Source checks are dated, not live availability or permission. Confirm current conditions with the operator.

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AI-generated cartoon of a green and coral tent with trees and distant hills; not a photograph of this campsite.
AI illustration

Generic AI-generated camping artwork, not a photograph of this campsite. It does not represent the site's actual landscape, pitches or facilities.

Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / Details

Marlborough / DOC campsite

Picnic Bay Campsite

Picnic Bay Campsite is listed in DOC's Standard directory for Pelorus Sound/Te Hoiere and Kenepuru Sound area, Marlborough. DOC lists access by boat, campervan, car, caravan.

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Official campsite source
AI-generated cartoon of a green and coral tent with trees and distant hills; not a photograph of this campsite.
AI illustration

Generic AI-generated camping artwork, not a photograph of this campsite. It does not represent the site's actual landscape, pitches or facilities.

Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / Details

Manawatu-Whanganui / DOC campsite

Pohangina Base Campsite

Pohangina Base Campsite is listed in DOC's Standard directory for Pohangina Valley area / Ruahine Forest Park, Manawatu-Whanganui. DOC lists access by campervan, car, caravan.

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Official campsite source
A large tent beside a beach access boardwalk and a camper looking toward the sea at Port Jackson.

A beachfront tent pitch at Port Jackson, photographed on 30 December 2010. DOC identifies this campsite on the northern Coromandel Peninsula; the historical image is not evidence of current pitch availability or shoreline setbacks.

Photo: Department of Conservation (NZ) / CC BY 2.0 / Details

Waikato / DOC campsite

Port Jackson Campsite

Beach-edge camping with access to the Muriwai coastal walk in northern Coromandel.

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Official campsite source
AI-generated cartoon of a green and coral tent with trees and distant hills; not a photograph of this campsite.
AI illustration

Generic AI-generated camping artwork, not a photograph of this campsite. It does not represent the site's actual landscape, pitches or facilities.

Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / Details

Northland / DOC campsite

Puriri Bay (Whangaruru North Head) Campsite

Puriri Bay (Whangaruru North Head) Campsite is listed in DOC's Standard directory for Whangaruru North Head Scenic Reserve, Northland. DOC lists access by campervan, car, caravan.

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Official campsite source
AI-generated cartoon of a green and coral tent with trees and distant hills; not a photograph of this campsite.
AI illustration

Generic AI-generated camping artwork, not a photograph of this campsite. It does not represent the site's actual landscape, pitches or facilities.

Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / Details

Wellington / DOC campsite

Putangirua Pinnacles Campsite

Putangirua Pinnacles Campsite is listed in DOC's Standard directory for Putangirua Pinnacles Scenic Reserve, Wellington. DOC lists access by campervan, car, caravan.

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Official campsite source
AI-generated cartoon of a green and coral tent with trees and distant hills; not a photograph of this campsite.
AI illustration

Generic AI-generated camping artwork, not a photograph of this campsite. It does not represent the site's actual landscape, pitches or facilities.

Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / Details

Northland / DOC campsite

Raetea North Side Campsite

Raetea North Side Campsite is listed in DOC's Basic directory for Raetea Forest and Mangamuka Gorge Scenic Reserve, Northland. DOC lists access by campervan, car, caravan.

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Official campsite source
AI-generated cartoon of a green and coral tent with trees and distant hills; not a photograph of this campsite.
AI illustration

Generic AI-generated camping artwork, not a photograph of this campsite. It does not represent the site's actual landscape, pitches or facilities.

Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / Details

Northland / DOC campsite

Rarawa Beach Campsite

Rarawa Beach Campsite is listed in DOC's Standard directory for Wharekāpu/Paxton Point Conservation Area, Northland. DOC lists access by campervan, car, caravan, foot.

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Official campsite source
Bay and tree covered hills

Rosie Bay Campsite. DOC identifies this photograph with the named campsite; it is not a live view of current conditions.

Photo: Tom Clarke / CC BY 4.0 / Details

Gisborne / DOC campsite

Rosie Bay Campsite

Rosie Bay Campsite is listed in DOC's Basic directory for Te Urewera, Gisborne. DOC lists access by campervan, car, caravan.

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Official campsite source

Plan the campsite category, booking and access together

DOC campsites range from basic sites to more serviced facilities. Check the individual listing for drinking water, toilets, vehicle access and whether you must book. Do not infer a kitchen, showers, rubbish collection or mobile coverage from the DOC label. Bring the water, equipment and waste plan that the particular place requires.

A Campsite Pass applies only at participating sites and does not replace a required reservation. Great Walks campsites and other exclusions need separate checking. Compare your intended eligible nights before buying a pass, and consult the official listing again for access or weather alerts before departure.

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Can I arrive without booking at every DOC campsite?

No. Booking requirements vary by site and season. Follow the current official campsite listing, even if you hold a Campsite Pass.

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