Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) Campsite

Camp with lush forests and sandy beaches in close range. Kapowairua is a place to relax, enjoy and explore the great outdoors.

Northland, New Zealand

Campsite DOC Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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-34.42815, 172.86338

Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) Campsite

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About this campsite

Camp in a picturesque setting between the beach (5 min walk) and hills of the Aupōuri Peninsula north of Kaitaia.

Facilities

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

Activities

Bird and wildlife watching, Diving and snorkelling, Fishing, Swimming, Walking and tramping

Fees and bookings

Fees

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

The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite. 

Bookings

DOC works with local iwi Ngāti Kuri to manage this campground.

You need to book to stay at this campground.

All sites will be cashless. Eftpos, credit card and electronic transfers only will be accepted.

Enquiries

Ngāti Kuri Facilities Services Helpdesk

Phone: 0800 TE PAKI (0800 837 254)
Email:

Office hours

  • Peak season: 7 am – 7 pm (15 December to 7 February)
  • Off season: 8 am – 12 pm

More details

Access: Campervan, Car, Foot

Landscape: Coastal

Dogs: No dogs.

Sites: 0 powered, 45 unpowered

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