Taputaputa Campsite

About this campsite

Stay at New Zealand's most northern campsite and experience the scenic wonders of Tapotupotu, from lush forest to breaking surf and breath-taking views.

Camp with the beach at your doorstep, and awaken to the sweet sound of white water breaking on the sand. Tapotupotu is the perfect place to relax, enjoy and explore the great Far North.

Tapotupotu is part of the four-day .

Taputaputa Campsite is a wilderness camping area accessible by road with minimal facilities.

Facilities

Non-powered/tent sites, Shower - cold, Water from tap - not treated, boil before use, Wheelchair accessible with assistance, Toilets - non-flush, 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

Trails

Taputaputa Campsite can be accessed on the trail Cape Reinga to Spirits Bay from our trail directory.