📍 Whatipu Road, Huia, Auckland
📍 Address: Whatipu Road, Huia, Auckland 2684, New Zealand
📞 Phone: +64 9 811 8860
🌐 Website: whatipulodge.co.nz
Lovely hosts. Price was $25, not bad for the great location! Drive getting there was a little crazy but beautiful - narrow winding road, some drivers that need to slow down. There are bathrooms on site, and more at the beach car park just a 5 minute walk away. Right next to some great hikes and the black sand beach!
While I haven't yet camped here, I made the trip out to assess whether it would be suitable for us. The facilities were basic (as expected) but most importantly very clean and the grounds had plenty of taps. The gravel roads are high and narrow at points, with 10+ areas of severe water erosion where a standard car would need to drive carefully. The Park Ranger we came across was very helpful and we're looking forward to trying Whatipu.
Honestly the best campsite within Auckland, you don't even think you're near Auckland while there, staff are friendly. Some nice walks and caves close to the campsite! Make sure to book online if you're going to stay on a long weekend.
We can't say enough praise about this little campsite. The views are stunning, there's friendly pukekos wondering about, there's a shower available, clean and very well kept composting toilets, and we happened to be there on a clear night with a stunning full moon. We did the cave track, make sure you crawl through inside all the caves, you'd be surprised how expansive they are once you crawl in! The view from the top of the hills is a killer and the beach is a beautiful, massive black sand beach with lovely swimming water. An especially big shout out to Peter, the groundskeeper, who made our stay particularly lovely, he made us feel like we already lived there, offered us tips, a ride, and went out of his way to help me personally when I lost my manaia. Thank you Peter, you're the loveliest soul!
The near-anxiety attack driving so close to a cliff was 100% worth it, this campground was so quaint and beautiful. Short, majestic hike to the caves, and even shorter walk to the beach were the cherries on top. The amenities, toilets and sink, were basic but surprisingly clean. A small kitchen area that we didn't use was able to be used as well. Our first night campervaning New Zealand has set the bar high!
Pretty area to camp over night. Nice walks in nature and to the beach near by. Saw birds such as pukeko, sparrows, miner birds and pigeons. The facilities are not really good for camping as it's just a long drop toilet, but there is running water and simple shower which is good. It feels pretty safe and there's lots of space. Would be nice during the summer.
Beautiful location only 10 minutes walk to the main beach and 20 minutes to the caves. Very basic campground. Manager is a very chilled guy who was knowledgeable about the area and gave us some tips. Campground itself has lots of room, no need to worry about the first come first served spaces as there are plenty. Less than an hour from our place in Was Auckland, we are definitely coming back!
Whatipu Lodge and Campground is located at Whatipu Road, Huia, Auckland 2684, New Zealand
You can contact Whatipu Lodge and Campground at +64 9 811 8860
You can find directions to Whatipu Lodge and Campground by following this map link
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