Purakaunui Bay Campsite

About this campsite

Striking cliff faces can be seen and Purakaunui Falls are not far. There is a good surf beach south of the camp.

Cosgrove Island, a wildlife refuge, is off the coast and Jacks Blowhole is 10 km to the north.

Facilities

Fire pit/place for campfires (except in fire bans), Non-powered/tent sites, Water from tap - not treated, boil before use, Wheelchair accessible with assistance, Toilets - non-flush, Toilets, Water supply

Fees and bookings

Fees

• Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
• Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
• Infant (0 - 4 years): free

Pay at the time of booking.

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.

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Your booking will be for the number of people in your party – there are no designated sites. Find space for your party on arrival.

More details

Access: Campervan, Car, Caravan

Landscape: Coastal

Dogs: Dogs on a leash only.

Sites: 0 powered, 40 unpowered