Waikawau Bay Campsite
Standard campsiteLocated in Northern Coromandel, WaikatoOpen
- Sites
- 132
- Booking
- Can book
- Cost
- from $18
- Power
- Yes
- Shower
- Yes
- Toilet
- Non-flush
- Drinking water
- Boil first
- Dogs
- No dogs
Getting there
42 km north of Coromandel.
From Coromandel take the Colville Road for 22 km to Whangaahei Junction, turn right into Port Charles Road, then right into Waikawau Beach Road and follow for 5 km to the camp.
Access: Port Charles Road is unsealed, narrow and winding in places. Take care especially during the holiday period.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Topo map: LINZ, CC BY 4.0. 36.60587° S, 175.53701° E
About this place
This spacious, family friendly campsite is nestled beside a stunning white sand beach. The untouched Waikawau Bay is a fabulous place to relax on the beach, fish, swim, kayak or explore.
Know before you go
Motorhomes and powered sites
All motorhomes using power outlets in pod 4 must be self-contained and have a current Electrical Warrant of Fitness (WOF). If you don't have a current electrical WOF, you won't be issued with a key to the power supply and no refunds will be given. You will need a standard RCD caravan plug to access the power boxes. Powered sites in pod 4 can be accessed from 2 pm on arrival day and must be vacated by 11 am on departure day. Be aware: powered sites are not suitable to charge electric vehicles. you must take all rubbish and waste water with you on departure. the nearest public dump station is 38 km from the campsite at Patukerikeri Reserve, Wharf Road, Coromandel.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Fees and bookings
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite. Campsite Pass bookings must be booked online before occupying a site. If you do not book, bookings may be made by campground staff (if present) and will incur a $10 service charge. Sites may not be available if you do not book. There's a $3 fee per Campsite Pass user to book a powered site.
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2027. If no availability shows online for your dates, the campsite is fully booked. No spaces are kept for campers arriving without a booking. Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee. Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain. Book Waikawau Bay campsite online A maximum of five people can book into a site. All sites must contain an adult. Book well in advance for the peak period from 1 December - 28 February and for public holiday weekends. Your booking will be for the number of people in your party – there are no designated sites. Find space for your party on arrival. If you arrive without an online booking , contact Kauaeranga Valley Visitor Centre or attempt to book online. Eftpos may be available with the rangers on duty during the peak summer season. No cash facilities. Wifi guest booking access is available at Port Jackson, Stony Bay, and Waikawau campsites outside the office.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
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Walks nearby
Tokatea Lookout Walking Track
Easy • 30 min • 600 m • 13.01 km away
Papa Aroha Walk
Easiest • 40 min return • 400 m • 14.09 km away
Kaipawa Trig Track
Advanced • 1 hr 30 min to the trig • 14.5 km away
Opera Point Walk
Easiest • 15 min beach access | 40 min for the loop walk • 500 m beach access | 1.5 km for the • 14.74 km away
Contact
Kauaeranga Visitor Centre
Regional DOC service centre.
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Sources
- DOC Campsites · CC BY 4.0Data sourced from the Department of Conservation (DOC), New Zealand.
- OpenStreetMap Campsites · ODbL (Open Database License)Contains information from OpenStreetMap, made available under the ODbL.
- DOC Campsites (API) · CC BY 4.0Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai. Data sourced from the DOC Developer Portal (api.doc.govt.nz).