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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsOtago / DOC campsite
Macetown Campsite is listed in DOC's Basic directory for Macetown Historic Reserve, Otago. DOC lists access by foot, 4wd, mountain bike.
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Maharanui Campsite. . DOC identifies this photograph with the named campsite; it is not a live view of current conditions.
Photo: Daniel Deans / Department of Conservation (NZ) / CC BY 4.0 / DetailsManawatu-Whanganui / DOC campsite
Maharanui Campsite is listed in DOC's Great Walk directory for Whanganui National Park, Manawatu-Whanganui. DOC lists access by boat.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsNorthland / DOC campsite
First-come coastal camping on Karikari Peninsula; plan a backup for busy holiday periods.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsCentral North Island / DOC campsite
Streamside camping off SH47 at the edge of Tongariro National Park.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsGisborne / DOC campsite
Manganuku Campsite is listed in DOC's Standard directory for Ōpōtiki area / Waioweka Gorge Scenic Reserve, Gisborne. DOC lists access by campervan, car, caravan.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsManawatu-Whanganui / DOC campsite
Mangapapa Campsite is listed in DOC's Great Walk directory for Whanganui National Park, Manawatu-Whanganui. DOC lists access by boat.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsManawatu-Whanganui / DOC campsite
Mangapurua Campsite is listed in DOC's Great Walk directory for Whanganui National Park, Manawatu-Whanganui. DOC lists access by boat.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsManawatu-Whanganui / DOC campsite
Mangapurua Trig Campsite is listed in DOC's Backcountry directory for Whanganui National Park, Manawatu-Whanganui. DOC lists access by foot, mountain bike.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsHawke's Bay / DOC campsite
Walk-in backcountry tent camping beside the Mohaka River and Mangatainoka Hot Pools.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsCentral North Island / DOC campsite
Mangatepopo Campsite is listed in DOC's Great Walk directory for Tongariro National Park, Central North Island. DOC lists access by foot.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsHawke's Bay / DOC campsite
Kaweka camping near the Mohaka River and thermal pools, with a demanding Makahu Road approach.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsManawatu-Whanganui / DOC campsite
Mangawaiiti Campsite is listed in DOC's Great Walk directory for Whanganui National Park, Manawatu-Whanganui. DOC lists access by boat.
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Mangawhero Campsite. This source photograph has no verified capture date and does not establish current conditions or availability.
Photo: Department of Conservation (NZ) / CC BY 4.0 / DetailsCentral North Island / DOC campsite
Small forest camping above Ohakune, with only six sites described as campervan-suitable.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsSouthland / DOC campsite
Walk-in Rakiura Track camping by Maori Beach and historic sawmill remains.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsGisborne / DOC campsite
Maraunui Campsite is listed in DOC's Great Walk directory for Te Urewera, Gisborne. DOC lists access by foot.
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A picnic table beside a campervan at Marble Hill Campsite; a close camping-area view rather than a whole-site overview. Capture date unknown; this photograph does not establish current facilities, conditions or availability.
Photo: Laura Honey / Department of Conservation (NZ) / CC BY 4.0 / DetailsWest Coast / DOC campsite
Lewis Pass forest camping with walking routes beginning at the campsite.
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The coastal camping ground at Marfells Beach, with caravans beside the access road. Photograph date not supplied by DOC.
Photo: Department of Conservation (NZ) / CC BY 4.0 / DetailsMarlborough / DOC campsite
Seafront camping south of Blenheim with two differently shaped booking zones and cold showers.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsBay of Plenty / DOC campsite
Matatā Campsite is listed in DOC's Standard directory for Matatā area, Bay of Plenty. DOC lists access by campervan, car, caravan.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsWellington / DOC campsite
Matiu/Somes Island Campsite is listed in DOC's Standard directory for Matiu/Somes Island, Wellington. The practical access mode needs confirmation with DOC.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsSouthland / DOC campsite
One camping destination covering the two principal Mavora Lakes camping areas.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsOtago / DOC campsite
McKellar Campsite (lawn at hut) is listed in DOC's Backcountry directory for Greenstone and Caples Conservation Areas, Otago. DOC lists access by foot.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsAuckland / DOC campsite
Tree-fringed camping near a tidal stream at the southern end of Medlands Beach.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsOtago / DOC campsite
Mid Caples Campsite (lawn at hut) is listed in DOC's Backcountry directory for Greenstone and Caples Conservation Areas, Otago. DOC lists access by foot.
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Artwork: Outdoor Next / AI-generated artwork / AI-generated illustration / DetailsGisborne / DOC campsite
Mid Okahu Road Campsite is listed in DOC's Basic directory for Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne Conservation Park, Gisborne. DOC lists access by campervan, car, caravan.
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Official campsite sourceDOC 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.
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