Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Port Jackson Campsite

At the northern tip of the Peninsula, this campsite is at the water’s edge next to the beach. At the eastern end of the campsite, the Muriwai Coastal Walk leads up the headland towards Wharekaiatua Pa and along the coast, with stunning coastal views.

Waikato, New Zealand

Campsite DOC Northern Coromandel

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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-36.48401, 175.34180

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About this campsite

Facilities and services

  • Maximum number of people – 250.
  • No BBQ - cooking shelter only. 

Rubbish and recycling

This campground is Pack In Pack Out. There are no rubbish or recycling facilities for compost or food waste. A container with a sealed lid is recommended for your food scraps. 

The closest refuse transfer station is 525 Hauraki Road, Coromandel Town. See  for opening hours and other transfer stations. 

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

Boating, Diving and snorkelling, Fishing, Kayaking and canoeing, Swimming

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. 

If you arrive without an online booking, contact or attempt to book online. Eftpos may be available with the rangers on duty during the peak summer season. No cash facilities.

Wifi guest booking access is available at Port Jackson, Stony Bay, and Waikawau campsites outside the office.

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

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: No dogs.

Sites: 0 powered, 74 unpowered

Trails

Port Jackson Campsite can be accessed on the trail Port Jackson - Wharekaiatua Pa from our trail directory.

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