93% (11) • 7 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near New Zealand
Hubbys retreat
1. Hubbys retreat
100%
(4)
4 sites · Tents, RVs · Morrinsville
300 acre dairy farm with views right across the Waikato.
Glow worms and a beautiful wetland and native bush patches. Loads of things to do or just a very quiet time for you.
Very handy to great bush walks and only 20 mins away is the Hauraki rail trail karangahake gorge where the cycle trstarts
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
NZ$25
/ night
Dune Lakes Lodge - Retreat & Horses
2. Dune Lakes Lodge - Retreat & Horses
1 site · Lodging · South Head
Dune Lakes Retreat & Horse Inspired Learning Centre is nestled on the wild South Kaipara Head Peninsula, just 60 minutes from Auckland CBD, yet it feels far removed from everyday life. Set among ancient sand hills, pristine wetlands, native bush, and the calm waters of Lake Kereta — a rare freshwater dune lake — this is a landscape shaped by deep time, quiet balance and wonderful for safe swimming.
The South Kaipara Head is an ancient sand barrier separating the vast Kaipara Harbour from the Tasman Sea. Between the dunes, groundwater has gathered over thousands of years to form freshwater lakes and wetlands that filter water, support rich biodiversity, and create a profound sense of calm.
Guests may choose from a range of camping sites — some nestled near the wetlands, others more open with wide skies and lake views. Facilities include excellent water quality, toilets, and showers. Accommodation includes the Flying Horse Barn with three studio rooms at $150 per night per room, and a cabin available for $100 per night (bring your own linen/towels etc or $25 extra per stay for supplied linen for all accommodation)
To the west lies the dramatic Muriwai / Rangatira coastline with sweeping Tasman Sea sunsets. To the east is the sheltered Kaipara Harbour, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere and a vital feeding ground for marine life and migratory birds such as godwits, knots, plovers, and terns. A quiet lagoon to the north shelters swans, ducks, pūkeko, paradise shelduck, kingfisher, fantail, warbler, and silvereye.
At dawn, birdsong fills the air. At dusk, frogs rise in chorus, and from deep within the reedbeds the rare Australasian bittern calls — a nationally threatened bird whose presence signals an intact wetland.
The retreat is also home to a free-roaming herd of horses at the Horse Inspired Learning Centre. The horses are free-roaming, barefoot, unridden, and without covers. Mindful, non-riding interactions grounded in Natural Horse Friendship and Equine-Assisted Learning sessions are available by arrangement at $250 per morning session)
A place to rest, reflect, and reconnect — where land, water, wildlife, horses, and quiet beauty meet.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
NZ$84
/ night
Sommerfeldt Farm
3. Sommerfeldt Farm
86%
(7)
1 site · Tent, RV · Pukekohe
We are a small farm in a beautiful rural village on the outskirts of Auckland. As well as being a lovely village we are close to beaches, forests & bush walks. We are close enough to Auckland for Daytrips if you want to experience the Big Smoke and far enough away to be away from the hub Bub of city life. We are approx halfway between Auckland city and Hamilton City so a great stop off point if travelling North or South
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
from
NZ$37
/ night
Belfast orchard
4. Belfast orchard
100%
(1)
1 site · Tent, RV · Whangarei
Belfast orchard
Is very quite and very picturesque
Lovely spot
Walk to local golf course and very handy to town
Horse riding available on property too
Horse stables available.
Just find a lovely spot and park up
Fruit and vege shop also on site with barrister coffee.
Bring your pet if you want just look after it
Come on in and enjoy
Pets
Water hookup
Potable water
from
NZ$31
/ night
Harmse Homestead
5. Harmse Homestead
2 sites · Tents · Kimbolton
Enjoy watching dairy cows grazing peacefully, stunning sunsets and breathtaking stargazing. So many free hiking sites in the area. Glow worm cave nearby only few minutes away and absolutely free. Wild turkeys, peacocks, rabbits, occasional deer visiting from time to time and also a lot of sheeps around the property.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
NZ$31
/ night
Māra Kokotoha
6. Māra Kokotoha
1 site · Tent, RV · Whangarei
We are 16 acres on a gentle slope at the west end of Whangārei near the Pukenui forest. We are in the process of rebuilding native forest as well as developing a new orchard. We have a well established banana grove which we harvest throughout the year. We are in a relatively quiet space for being just 15 minutes to town center and you'll wake up to rich bird song every morning and fall asleep to the sound of ruru calling from the trees.
We are a few minutes to the lovely Pukenui forest reserve, 15 minutes to Parihaka, 20 minutes to Whangārei Falls and Abbey Caves, 35-50 minutes to bay and open ocean beaches.
LGBTQIA2SP+ friendly!
Kid friendly!
Campfires
Potable water
Picnic table
from
NZ$31
/ night
Pohutukawa Cabin @ Karikari Lodge.
7. Pohutukawa Cabin @ Karikari Lodge.
1 site · Lodging · Karikari Peninsula, NZ
The Pohutukawa Cabin is part of our Guest House space. The Cabin is private and self contained there are no shared facilities. The Pohutukawa Cabin is to the rear of Karikari Lodge and overlooks the beautiful and treasured Karikari Bay. You have free use of the SUP (Stand up paddle boards) and Bodyboards.
Toilets
Showers
Hot Tub
from
NZ$161
/ night
93% (11) • 7 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near New Zealand
Hubbys retreat
1. Hubbys retreat
100%
(4)
4 sites · Tents, RVs · Morrinsville
300 acre dairy farm with views right across the Waikato.
Glow worms and a beautiful wetland and native bush patches. Loads of things to do or just a very quiet time for you.
Very handy to great bush walks and only 20 mins away is the Hauraki rail trail karangahake gorge where the cycle trstarts
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
NZ$25
/ night
Dune Lakes Lodge - Retreat & Horses
2. Dune Lakes Lodge - Retreat & Horses
1 site · Lodging · South Head
Dune Lakes Retreat & Horse Inspired Learning Centre is nestled on the wild South Kaipara Head Peninsula, just 60 minutes from Auckland CBD, yet it feels far removed from everyday life. Set among ancient sand hills, pristine wetlands, native bush, and the calm waters of Lake Kereta — a rare freshwater dune lake — this is a landscape shaped by deep time, quiet balance and wonderful for safe swimming.
The South Kaipara Head is an ancient sand barrier separating the vast Kaipara Harbour from the Tasman Sea. Between the dunes, groundwater has gathered over thousands of years to form freshwater lakes and wetlands that filter water, support rich biodiversity, and create a profound sense of calm.
Guests may choose from a range of camping sites — some nestled near the wetlands, others more open with wide skies and lake views. Facilities include excellent water quality, toilets, and showers. Accommodation includes the Flying Horse Barn with three studio rooms at $150 per night per room, and a cabin available for $100 per night (bring your own linen/towels etc or $25 extra per stay for supplied linen for all accommodation)
To the west lies the dramatic Muriwai / Rangatira coastline with sweeping Tasman Sea sunsets. To the east is the sheltered Kaipara Harbour, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere and a vital feeding ground for marine life and migratory birds such as godwits, knots, plovers, and terns. A quiet lagoon to the north shelters swans, ducks, pūkeko, paradise shelduck, kingfisher, fantail, warbler, and silvereye.
At dawn, birdsong fills the air. At dusk, frogs rise in chorus, and from deep within the reedbeds the rare Australasian bittern calls — a nationally threatened bird whose presence signals an intact wetland.
The retreat is also home to a free-roaming herd of horses at the Horse Inspired Learning Centre. The horses are free-roaming, barefoot, unridden, and without covers. Mindful, non-riding interactions grounded in Natural Horse Friendship and Equine-Assisted Learning sessions are available by arrangement at $250 per morning session)
A place to rest, reflect, and reconnect — where land, water, wildlife, horses, and quiet beauty meet.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
NZ$84
/ night
Sommerfeldt Farm
3. Sommerfeldt Farm
86%
(7)
1 site · Tent, RV · Pukekohe
We are a small farm in a beautiful rural village on the outskirts of Auckland. As well as being a lovely village we are close to beaches, forests & bush walks. We are close enough to Auckland for Daytrips if you want to experience the Big Smoke and far enough away to be away from the hub Bub of city life. We are approx halfway between Auckland city and Hamilton City so a great stop off point if travelling North or South
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
from
NZ$37
/ night
Belfast orchard
4. Belfast orchard
100%
(1)
1 site · Tent, RV · Whangarei
Belfast orchard
Is very quite and very picturesque
Lovely spot
Walk to local golf course and very handy to town
Horse riding available on property too
Horse stables available.
Just find a lovely spot and park up
Fruit and vege shop also on site with barrister coffee.
Bring your pet if you want just look after it
Come on in and enjoy
Pets
Water hookup
Potable water
from
NZ$31
/ night
Harmse Homestead
5. Harmse Homestead
2 sites · Tents · Kimbolton
Enjoy watching dairy cows grazing peacefully, stunning sunsets and breathtaking stargazing. So many free hiking sites in the area. Glow worm cave nearby only few minutes away and absolutely free. Wild turkeys, peacocks, rabbits, occasional deer visiting from time to time and also a lot of sheeps around the property.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
NZ$31
/ night
Māra Kokotoha
6. Māra Kokotoha
1 site · Tent, RV · Whangarei
We are 16 acres on a gentle slope at the west end of Whangārei near the Pukenui forest. We are in the process of rebuilding native forest as well as developing a new orchard. We have a well established banana grove which we harvest throughout the year. We are in a relatively quiet space for being just 15 minutes to town center and you'll wake up to rich bird song every morning and fall asleep to the sound of ruru calling from the trees.
We are a few minutes to the lovely Pukenui forest reserve, 15 minutes to Parihaka, 20 minutes to Whangārei Falls and Abbey Caves, 35-50 minutes to bay and open ocean beaches.
LGBTQIA2SP+ friendly!
Kid friendly!
Campfires
Potable water
Picnic table
from
NZ$31
/ night
Pohutukawa Cabin @ Karikari Lodge.
7. Pohutukawa Cabin @ Karikari Lodge.
1 site · Lodging · Karikari Peninsula, NZ
The Pohutukawa Cabin is part of our Guest House space. The Cabin is private and self contained there are no shared facilities. The Pohutukawa Cabin is to the rear of Karikari Lodge and overlooks the beautiful and treasured Karikari Bay. You have free use of the SUP (Stand up paddle boards) and Bodyboards.
Toilets
Showers
Hot Tub
from
NZ$161
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
K
Kayelene
2 weeks ago
8 m Class B
With kids
When we first turned up to Sommerfeldt Farm, the view took our breath away. It was simply beautiful. It was the calm we needed. We really enjoyed our over night stay and am excited to return.
Judith was excellent and so accommodating, it made the stay easy.
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R
Rose
June 2025
Tent
With pets
Awesome stay! The farm is beautiful and it was delightful to be greeted by horses and a pig upon our arrival. The location is so quiet and peaceful and close to a lovely walk through Henry's Reserve. Great first camping trip for our dog.
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Karina
April 2025
4 m Class B
Ideal stop over as we left Auckland airport late due to delayed flight. Easy to find. Quiet over night so peaceful sleep. We were up and gone early but saw the sunrise over the paddocks and sheep.
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J
Joanne
January 2025
7 m travel trailer
Amazing place for solitude and a stunning view within striking distance of Hobbiton and Zealong Estate. Stuart was fantastic..led us on an intrepid drive up the farm race and we ended up perched on a hill with an endless view and a stunning sunrise. Lovely walks on stunning farmland. Thank you Stuart for your kindness and generous spirit.
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Where to go
Northland (North Island)
This stretch of land north of Auckland is the birthplace of both Māoridom and modern New Zealand. Campsites in the Bay of Islands offer modern amenities and services, while seaside sites in the relatively unpopulated Far North region do justice to the phrase "winterless north."
Waikato (North Island)
Just south of Auckland, Waikato may be known for its cows, but this is also where you'll find some of the most dynamic camping in the region, including riverbanks and caves lit up at night with glowworms, surf beaches, and the bays and inlets of the Coromandel.
Bay of Plenty & Hawke's Bay (North Island)
Kiwifruits, wineries, and seafood are just part of what makes these two regions so plentiful. In addition to beachfront camping sites, you'll also find farm stays and further inland, camping among the misty mountain peaks of Te Urewera or beside the steaming geysers at Rotorua.
Ruapehu (North Island)
Within the volcanic heart of the North Island, the Ruapehu region also marks the start Whanganui River, with its headwaters in Tongariro National Park. Lava flows have defined this landscape, yet you can also park your motorhome among lush green rainforest.
Tasman/Nelson & Marlborough (South Island)
After a ferry ride from Wellington, you'll arrive to the northern end of the South Island, where these Tasman and Marlborough are known for their gold-hued beaches (especially in the aptly named Golden Bay and Abel Tasman National Park), plus kayaking, wineries, endless coastline, and native bush.
West Coast (South Island)
New Zealand's West Coast is known for being both wild and wet. It lives up to both descriptions, but it isn't all rain and gloom. Here, you'll find glaciers that nearly touch the sea, native rainforest, windswept beaches, and some of the country's most remote campsites.
Canterbury (South Island)
From the turquoise lakes of Mackenzie Country and the snow-capped peaks of Arthur's Pass to the braided rivers that cross the plains, Canterbury is as big as it is diverse. Want to camp beachside, riverside, oceanside, mountainside, lakeside, or even cityside in Christchurch? Find it all in Canterbury.
Otago (South Island)
Otago's urban centre of Queenstown is known for hustle and bustle, but it's easy to find yourself totally immersed in wilderness after just a short drive. With massive lakes, rushing rivers, and high mountain peaks, there's no shortage of adventure or camping grounds in the country's adrenaline capital.
Fiordland & Stewart Island (South Island)
Fiordland National Park is one of New Zealand's most remote regions—yet it's also one of the most visited. The postcard-perfect Milford Sound is what lures many here, but for those who have time to camp for a few nights, it offers unparalleled wilderness opportunities starting from Te Anau.