Awana Beach Campsite

About this campsite

Maximum number of people is 120.

Surrounded by farmland and dunes, the grassy campsites are next to Awana estuary. We recommend you bring mosquito repellent. Walk 300 m to one of the island’s best surf beaches.

Facilities and services

• Camp hosts on site from Christmas until end January.
• Picnic shelter available.

• There are no public bins on Great Barrier Island/Aotea - take orange official council rubbish bags (available from local shops (prices vary) or the Auckland Council Service Centre) to drop off for free at Claris Landfill.

Facilities

Non-powered/tent sites, Shelter for cooking, Shower - cold, Water from tap - not treated, boil before use, Toilets - non-flush, Toilets, Water supply

Activities

Kayaking and canoeing

Fees and bookings

Fees

• Adult (18+ years): $18 per night
• Child (5–17 years): $9 per night
• Infant (0–4 years): free

Passes

The 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. 

Bookings

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.

More details

Access: Campervan, Car, Caravan

Landscape: Coastal

Dogs: No dogs.

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