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Certified self-contained campervans can stay between Sunday and Thursday for up to 2 nights per calendar month in the internal carpark of Fergusson Park, beside the playground. Nab your spot early - only 3 vehicles per night, so it's first-come first-served.
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Organisation |
Tauranga City CouncilCouncil organisation |
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Location |
North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷ Tauranga |
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Overnight Camping Site Cost |
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Overnight Camping Site CostWhat is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Free Camping It costs nothing to stay overnight. In general this means that you should not expect any facilities. |
Overnight Stay Rules |
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Overnight Stay RulesWhat are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must display the "Responsible Camper" sticker. Sunday to Thursday only |
Maximum Stay Duration |
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Maximum Stay DurationHow many consecutive days can you stay overnight at this establishment? 2 nights You may stay up to two nights in a row. 2 nights per calendar month |
Maximum Sites Available |
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Maximum Sites AvailableHow many camping or parking sites are available for staying overnight in? Up to 5 sites There are only between one and five camping/parking sites available. Maximum of 3 campervans allowed at any one time |
Booking Required |
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Booking RequiredIs it necessary to book a campsite in advance in order to stay overnight? First Come, First Served Sites are allocated in a first come, first served basis. Get in early for the best spot. |
Dogs |
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DogsDoes this establishment allow dogs? Dogs allowed The location allows dogs. There may be conditions that may be met eg. dogs must be on a leash. |
Campfire Rules |
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Campfire RulesWhat are the rules for open air fires? Fires prohibited There is a total fire ban -no fires are permitted. |
Toilet |
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ToiletIs there a toilet available? Public toilet There are toilet facilities available to the general public. |
✓ Scenic beachfront views
✓ Quiet at night
✓ Clean toilets available
✓ Family-friendly environment
✓ Safe and peaceful vibe
𐄂 Unclear parking areas
𐄂 Toilets locked overnight
Beautiful spot.
Very scenic and open space.
Perfect for a one night stay.
Very nice spot.
3 self contained parking spots.
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10/10 | 3 |
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23% |
9/10 | 3 |
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23% |
8/10 | 2 |
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15% |
7/10 | 3 |
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23% |
6/10 | 1 |
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8% |
5/10 | 0 |
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4/10 | 0 |
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3/10 | 0 |
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2/10 | 0 |
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1/10 | 1 |
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8% |
5.0/5
Very nice spot.
Only 3 spots so you need to arrive early.
Clean toilets.
Beautiful view
Reviewed 27 days ago
3.0/5
It is not clear where you can park correctly so be careful as many people are just parking wherever in the car park.
There is a section for 2 Campervans outlined on the floor in the car park. It says it is only for 2 even though it fits 3 but I suspect you wouldn’t be able to argue this with an official. Toilets are lovely but I think they are locked when the enterance gate is locked (10pm) and opened in the morning. Extremely windy in May to the point our van was shaking the entire night and seagulls woke us up at 6am but overall, pleasant enough. Had much worse camping spots
Reviewed 6 months ago
4.0/5
Perfect for a one night stay.
Gates are locked, for us at 10pm in summer (March 23)
Sites are clearly marked so easy to find not sure why previous reviewer couldn't find them.
Toilets were also locked.
The spot felt really safe and was quiet. Lovely spot by the water
Reviewed over 1 year ago
4.5/5
There are three spots here, one is further down closer to the toilets but we stayed in the ones further up in the main car park.
It’s right by the beach and in a nice big park bit busy during the day but was quiet at night. Two sets of toilets both clean and can have a lovely walk along the beach.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
0.5/5
Why is there no information about where the designated areas are???
Be very careful people- it’s a $200 fine if you get that wrong!
Reviewed about 2 years ago
5.0/5
Very scenic and open space.
There’s 3 lots total one close to toilet which is awesome. The other two are at the carpark. All beachfront but not open for Saturday and Sunday.
Reviewed about 2 years ago
4.5/5
Wow awesome spot with beautiful views, fields for sport and an awesome playground for the kids.
There are two designated spots as you turn right into the carpark the third is further down the path by the second block of toilets. Views of Mt Manganui from the park. Very peacful and quiet at night, surrounding neighbourhood looks nice too. Highly recommend.
Reviewed over 2 years ago
4.5/5
Beautiful spot.
But BE AWARE...the city council pay First Security to police the site nightly at 12. So...if you’re self contained...but did it yourself... but decide to risk it anyway...because who’s going to know....the lack of that little blue sticker will cost you $200. There is claimed parking for 3 vehicles...I’d call it 2...and your close enough to touch doors. And if the first vehicle in takes a bit extra...and you just slide in next to it beside the zone...your parked illegally...$200.
So...great spot...24hr toilets...and super strict policing.
Reviewed over 3 years ago
5.0/5
3 self contained parking spots.
Public toilet nearby. Great spot for us!
Reviewed over 3 years ago
4.0/5
For 1st time freedom campers this was our 1st 'freedom camping spot' and absolutely pleased this was an option.
Got there early avo, very windy so perfect for kite surfers(and there were plenty on the water) so we got to watch that. You have to go all the way to the end to turn your campervan tho. Kids had after school sports activities which was fun to watch(made us miss our granddaughter). Beautiful view of the ocean, clean toilets, very clean park except someone didn't pick up their dog shit which was on the lawn right where the designated area is(as there's only 3 designated areas for self contained vehicles. Gates are locked which we were happy with especially given the fact we're 1st timers. Wake up to lots of people exercising in the morning and cool breeze to offset the hot early morning sun.
Reviewed almost 4 years ago
3.5/5
3 overnight spots, we had the place to ourselves.
Toilets are nice but do get locked in the evening.
Good for a quick stop over.
Reviewed over 5 years ago
3.5/5
Situated in the carpark of a sports centre/park on the water.
There are toilets which are locked overnight. Only 3 spots, 2 in the actual car park and 1 further down closer to the water. These are all clearly marked. Overall convenient overnight spot
Reviewed over 5 years ago
5.0/5
Very nice spot.
Only 3 spots so you need to arrive early.
Clean toilets.
Beautiful view
Reviewed 27 days ago
3.0/5
It is not clear where you can park correctly so be careful as many people are just parking wherever in the car park.
There is a section for 2 Campervans outlined on the floor in the car park. It says it is only for 2 even though it fits 3 but I suspect you wouldn’t be able to argue this with an official. Toilets are lovely but I think they are locked when the enterance gate is locked (10pm) and opened in the morning. Extremely windy in May to the point our van was shaking the entire night and seagulls woke us up at 6am but overall, pleasant enough. Had much worse camping spots
Reviewed 6 months ago
4.0/5
Perfect for a one night stay.
Gates are locked, for us at 10pm in summer (March 23)
Sites are clearly marked so easy to find not sure why previous reviewer couldn't find them.
Toilets were also locked.
The spot felt really safe and was quiet. Lovely spot by the water
Reviewed over 1 year ago
4.5/5
There are three spots here, one is further down closer to the toilets but we stayed in the ones further up in the main car park.
It’s right by the beach and in a nice big park bit busy during the day but was quiet at night. Two sets of toilets both clean and can have a lovely walk along the beach.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
0.5/5
Why is there no information about where the designated areas are???
Be very careful people- it’s a $200 fine if you get that wrong!
Reviewed about 2 years ago
5.0/5
Very scenic and open space.
There’s 3 lots total one close to toilet which is awesome. The other two are at the carpark. All beachfront but not open for Saturday and Sunday.
Reviewed about 2 years ago
4.5/5
Wow awesome spot with beautiful views, fields for sport and an awesome playground for the kids.
There are two designated spots as you turn right into the carpark the third is further down the path by the second block of toilets. Views of Mt Manganui from the park. Very peacful and quiet at night, surrounding neighbourhood looks nice too. Highly recommend.
Reviewed over 2 years ago
4.5/5
Beautiful spot.
But BE AWARE...the city council pay First Security to police the site nightly at 12. So...if you’re self contained...but did it yourself... but decide to risk it anyway...because who’s going to know....the lack of that little blue sticker will cost you $200. There is claimed parking for 3 vehicles...I’d call it 2...and your close enough to touch doors. And if the first vehicle in takes a bit extra...and you just slide in next to it beside the zone...your parked illegally...$200.
So...great spot...24hr toilets...and super strict policing.
Reviewed over 3 years ago
5.0/5
3 self contained parking spots.
Public toilet nearby. Great spot for us!
Reviewed over 3 years ago
4.0/5
For 1st time freedom campers this was our 1st 'freedom camping spot' and absolutely pleased this was an option.
Got there early avo, very windy so perfect for kite surfers(and there were plenty on the water) so we got to watch that. You have to go all the way to the end to turn your campervan tho. Kids had after school sports activities which was fun to watch(made us miss our granddaughter). Beautiful view of the ocean, clean toilets, very clean park except someone didn't pick up their dog shit which was on the lawn right where the designated area is(as there's only 3 designated areas for self contained vehicles. Gates are locked which we were happy with especially given the fact we're 1st timers. Wake up to lots of people exercising in the morning and cool breeze to offset the hot early morning sun.
Reviewed almost 4 years ago
3.5/5
3 overnight spots, we had the place to ourselves.
Toilets are nice but do get locked in the evening.
Good for a quick stop over.
Reviewed over 5 years ago
3.5/5
Situated in the carpark of a sports centre/park on the water.
There are toilets which are locked overnight. Only 3 spots, 2 in the actual car park and 1 further down closer to the water. These are all clearly marked. Overall convenient overnight spot
Reviewed over 5 years ago
3.5/5
Just a little out of town and next to the sea (tidal inlet).
There's a good playground. Fergusson Park is a busy little place with locals, so it's unlikely that you'll get it to yourself. Very pleasant spot.
Reviewed almost 12 years ago