WAIKATO: HAURAKI

Ray's Rest

star rating of 4.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
One of several entrances to Ray's Rest Ray's Rest is a designated Freedom Camping area along the beachfront about halfway between Kaiaua and Miranda.
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Miranda Holiday Park

star rating of 4.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Thermal Spa Available Restaurant Grocery Shopping Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful
Geothermal hot mineral pool at Miranda Holiday Park Miranda Holiday Park is set in a rural site just across the road from the Miranda migrating bird sanctuary. Beautifully laid out, and featuring a geothermally heated hot mineral pool, it is a great location to visit, especially over the colder months. Soak in the pool and finish off with a 6 minute shower - all at no extra cost.
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Historical Maritime Park

star rating of 4
Park-Over Property Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly
The museum and park entrance The Paeroa Historical Maritime Park is alongside the Ohinemuri River and includes basic camping facilities for motor caravanners.
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Karangahake Gorge

star rating of 4
Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Walking Tracks
Starting off on our walk Karangahake Gorge is an historic reserve featuring walks along the original railway tracks and tunnels built for the gold mining in the Karahake Gorge.
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The Cheese Barn

star rating of 4
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly
Entrance to the cafe The Cheese Barn at Matatoki has a cafe and a range of specialty cheeses, and provides overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Goldfields Railway Reserve

star rating of 4
Park-Over Property Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Walking Tracks Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Gold Discovery Centre Goldfields Railway Reserve offers overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners for just $10 per night, including power and access to toilets.
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Waihi Golf Club

star rating of 3.5
Golf Club Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant
Overnight parking with power and water Waihi Golf Club offers a nice golf course and excellent facilities for motor caravanners to park overnight.
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Paeroa Golf Club

star rating of 3.5
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Showers Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly
Parking in the carpark Paeroa Golf Club is located in a beautiful country location and welcomes motor caravanners to both play at the club, and to stay overnight.
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Hauraki District Council - Ngatea

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Toilets Available Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Freedom camping sign The Hauraki District Council in Ngatea has provided a public dump station in the reserve at the back of their main building. Self-contained motor caravanners can also overnight in their carpark.
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Rangiriri Heritage Museum Cafe

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Historic Museum Cafe Rangiriri is one of New Zealand's most historic towns and the local cafe is next to the old cemetery which dates back to the Battle of Rangiriri in 1863.
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Huntly Reserve

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Walking Tracks Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Lakefront parking Huntly Reserve has sealed parking right on the lake front and is available for freedom camping in self-contained motorhomes.
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Marshall St Domain and PDS

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Toilets Available Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Parking with access to power The Marshall St Domain in Paeroa provides overnight parking for motorhomes which includes power and, toilets, and a dump station.
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Waitoa Reserve

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Parking in Waitoa Reserve Waitoa Reserve is a large picnic area off the main road between Waitoa and Waihou, on the way to Te Aroha.
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Waikino Rest Area - Karangahake Gorge

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access
The Ohinemuri River The Waikino Rest Area in the Karangahake Gorge is alongside the river and makes a nice location for taking a break, especially if heading north to Auckland
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Kaihere Rest Area

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Excellent Vodafone mobile reception
Picnic table with a view over Waikato farmland The Kaihere Rest Area is located towards the northern end of State Highway 27 and has a panoramic view over Waikato farmland.
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Mangatarata Rest Area

star rating of 3
Rest Stop Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly
Motorhome parking in the rest area The Mangatarata Rest Area is a long parking area set back from State Highway 2 opposite the Hauraki Golf Club, and a short walk from the very popular Woodturners Cafe
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Huntly Golf Club

star rating of 3
Park-Over Property Golf Club Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful
Entrance to the Golf Club The Huntly Golf Club is north of the power station on the western side of the Waikato river. Self-contained motor caravanners can park overnight. Check with reception as there may be a fee.
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Karangahake River Campsite

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Walking Tracks
Toilets, showers and laundry building The Karangahake River Campsite is tucked away on western side of the Ohinemuri River at the end of River Road. It's secluded and quiet with access to both the river and the Hauraki Rail Trail.
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Turua Bagnall Square Reserve

star rating of 3
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Good Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Turua Bakery Cafe There is a small reserve along the banks of the Waihou river where self-contained motor caravanners can park overnight next to the boat ramp and pier.
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Pioneer Tavern

star rating of 3
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly
Entrance to the bar The Pioneer Tavern, on the road between Paeroa and Thames, provides overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners.
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The Coach House

star rating of 3
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly
Entrance to the pub The Coach House is on the road between Paeroa and Thames, and offers overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Thames Golf Club

star rating of 3
Park-Over Property Golf Club Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly
Entrance to the club rooms The Thames Golf Club provides overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Huntly Holiday Park

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Holiday Park office Huntly Holiday Park is located on the banks of Lake Hakanoa, in a quiet area well off the main road.
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Hauraki District Council - Paeroa

star rating of 3
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Front entrance to the Hauraki District Council in Paeroa The Hauraki District Council in Paeroa allows overnight parking in its carpark for self-contained motorhomes.
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Waihi Motor Camp

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Entrance to the office Waihi Motor Camp is a small campsite just outside Waihi town. Quiet and peaceful, it's a good choice for just relaxing, or as a base for exploring the area.
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Kenny St PDS

star rating of 3
Toilets Available Public Dump Station Large Vehicle Access Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Public toilets at the Kenny St reserve The Kenny St PDS in Waihi includes public toilets, fresh water, and is adjacent to a nice reserve with a children's play area.
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Bugger Cafe

star rating of 2.5
Large Vehicle Access Restaurant
Inside the cafe Bugger Cafe is on the Hauraki Rail Trail, and offers a range of food for lunch or coffee breaks
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Huntly Countdown

star rating of 2.5
Large Vehicle Access Grocery Shopping Good Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Entrance to Countdown The Countdown in Huntly has parking for motorhomes making it a good option for topping up on groceries while staying in the area.
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Waihi Countdown

star rating of 2.5
Large Vehicle Access Grocery Shopping Moderate Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Waihi Countdown parking The Waihi Countdown has good parking for motorhomes and is adjacent to a BP Connect for refueling
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Te Ohaki Rd Reserve

star rating of 2
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Pet Friendly
Maori carving Te Ohaki Rd Reserve is a small reserve near the Huntly Power Station and bordering on the Waikato River. Freedom Camping is allowed for self-contained vans
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