Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Waikahoa Bay Campsite

Camp beside a sandy beach among pōhutukawa trees. A great spot for water activities.

Northland, New Zealand

Campsite DOC Mimiwhangata Coastal Park

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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-35.44215, 174.41261

Waikahoa Bay Campsite

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Facilities

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

Activities

Bird and wildlife watching, Diving and snorkelling, Kayaking and canoeing, Swimming, Walking and tramping

Fees and bookings

Fees

9 February to 25 December

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

26 December to 8 February

  • Adult (18+ years): $20 per night
  • Child (5–17 years): $10 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 from 22 October 2026 to 30 April 2027. The campsite is closed during winter. 

  • 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.

22 October - 30 April

The campsite is open. Bookings are required.

1 May - 21 October

The campsite is closed. 

Book well in advance for the peak period from 1 December - 28 February and for public holiday weekends.

Your booking will be for a site, which will be allocated or selected on arrival.

More details

Access: Foot

Landscape: Coastal

Dogs: No dogs.

Sites: 0 powered, 35 unpowered

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