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Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

Northland, North IslandHoliday park

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Campsite essentials

Your stay at a glance

Native-bush camping outside Russell, with a shared kitchen, saltwater pool and TV-free accommodation.

Campground type
Holiday park
Setting
Forest
Address
5960 Russell-Whakapara Road, Russell, Bay of Islands
Operator / brand
Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park
Stay options
Tent, Campervan, Caravan
Booking
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Facilities

  • Shared kitchenAvailable
All facilities & policies

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Powered sites
Not confirmed. Not verified in the checked sources; confirm with the park before booking.
Hot showers
Not confirmed. Hot water for showers has not been confirmed. A general shower listing does not establish hot-water availability.
Showers
Not confirmed. Not verified in the checked sources; confirm with the park before booking.
Toilets
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Shared kitchen
Available. Explicitly listed in the checked park-specific sources.
Laundry
Not confirmed. Not verified in the checked sources; confirm with the park before booking.
Pets
Pet policy not confirmed. Pet acceptance and date-specific restrictions have not been verified; ask before booking.
Campfires
Not confirmed. Campfire permission has not been confirmed. Do not light a fire without checking with the operator and checking current fire restrictions.

Before you go

Water supply not confirmed

Drinking-water treatment and current supply have not been verified; confirm with the park.

Fire safety

Campfire permission has not been confirmed. Do not light a fire without checking with the operator and checking current fire restrictions.

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Fees & booking

Area & getting there

5960 Russell-Whakapara Road, Russell, Bay of Islands

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By Outdoor Next / Editorial standards / Last checked

  • Native-bush camping outside Russell, with a shared kitchen, saltwater pool and TV-free accommodation.
Address
5960 Russell-Whakapara Road, Russell, Bay of Islands
Region
Northland, North Island
Camping styles
Tent, Campervan, Caravan
Rates
Request a quote for your dates, party and site type. No comparable adult non-powered nightly tariff has been verified.

Native-bush camping outside Russell, with a shared kitchen, saltwater pool and TV-free accommodation.

Bush surroundings outside Russell

Orongo Bay is a bush setting on the road into Russell, not a campground on Russell's waterfront. The operator describes fourteen acres with native vegetation and birdlife. Russell township and Oneroa Bay are separate outings by road, making this a useful distinction when comparing it with parks where restaurants or the beach are immediately outside the gate.

Camping with shared social spaces

Tents, caravans and campervans are accepted alongside cabins, cottages and lodge accommodation. A communal kitchen, barbecues, playground and saltwater pool provide shared spaces for groups travelling with different sleeping arrangements. The park promotes a TV-free stay, so its character centres on the grounds and surrounding area rather than in-room entertainment. Wildlife sightings remain a possibility, not an included experience.

Check current site availability, arrival instructions and the full quote with Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park before travelling.

Common questions

Where is Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park?

5960 Russell-Whakapara Road, Russell, Bay of Islands, Northland. Confirm the final approach and entrance with the park.

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