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Self-contained vehicles only
All freedom campers are limited to three nights in any one location and ten nights overall in any calendar month
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Organisation |
Grey District CouncilCouncil organisation |
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Location |
South Island ▷ West Coast ▷ Punakaiki |
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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. |
Maximum Stay Duration |
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Maximum Stay DurationHow many consecutive days can you stay overnight at this establishment? 3 nights You can only stay at this campsite for up to 3 nights in a row. |
Water Supply |
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Water SupplyIs there fresh water available? No water supply There is no supply of fresh water. |
Shower |
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ShowerIs there a shower at this location? No shower No shower is available. |
Dump Station |
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Dump StationDump stations allow the safe disposal of sewage and greywater from self-contained vehicles. Does this site have a dump station? No dump station This location has no dump stations for the disposal of waste water from recreational vehicles. |
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. |
Toilet |
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ToiletIs there a toilet available? No toilet There are no toilet facilities available. |
✓ Stunning ocean views
✓ Spectacular sunset spot
✓ Quiet and peaceful
✓ Easy beach access
✓ Good for self-contained vans
𐄂 Limited parking space
𐄂 No facilities
Right in the beach.
Most amazing place right on the beach.
Total beachfront woth unobstructed views.
Its a small but silent place.
What a spot!
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10/10 | 11 |
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9/10 | 2 |
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5.0/5
This is definitely the best spot we have been two in our trip for now.
Close to Punakaiki so we could watch the sunset both here and there. We were alone (the spot is only on Rankers - confirming it’s the very best app).
Reviewed 8 days ago
5.0/5
We are at this gorgeous spot now.
The only people we have seen are a few locals who drive here to walk the dog. A wonderful place to go with self contained campervan. Not a lot of space. Maybe 2 campervans. But what a view!
Reviewed about 1 year ago
5.0/5
Awesome location, fits 3 larger campervans, could fit up to 5 small vans though.
Gorgeous sunset. Zero facilities so freedom camping only.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
5.0/5
Perfect place, it's the dead end of the road, full view of the ocean.
Only place for 3 -5 campervan. Easy access to the beach.
Reviewed about 2 years ago
4.5/5
Total beachfront woth unobstructed views.
Perfect if the weathers good beautiful sunset. No amenities so come prepared. And dont forget your insect repellent. Only enough room for 3 or 4 campers if you park tight enough
Reviewed almost 3 years ago
5.0/5
Right in the beach.
Sleep to the sound or the roaring waves. Super friendly pub just up the road that serves delicious meals. My fav camping spot so far.
Reviewed over 3 years ago
5.0/5
Most amazing place right on the beach.
Only us and another camper there. No toilets or facilities but was great with a self contained van.
Reviewed almost 4 years ago
5.0/5
Best place, if you like it to stay alone.
Place for only 2 campervans. No light, no toilets,no water. You have a nice view to the beach. Standing directly by the beach.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
5.0/5
Its a small but silent place.
The only thing you hear is the sea and some animals. It only fits about 2 campervans butnits right next to a beutyfull beach.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
5.0/5
A few spots at the end of the road next to a creek that runs into the beach.Beautiful sunset, listened to the waves all night.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
5.0/5
What a spot!
We were alone for 2 nights in a row, all the tourist stopped on the other few places around. If you stay here you have to go to the ‚all nations‘ pub just right up the street. Lovely place with good food and great beer, felt just like locals and were treated as such. Awesome place!
Reviewed about 5 years ago
5.0/5
Stunning views.
We loved falling asleep to the sound of the waves. It’s only a small area and will only fit 3 campervans maximum. Don’t block the path to the left as farmers use this to access the beach on quad bikes. Self contained vehicles only as there are no facilities.
Reviewed over 5 years ago
5.0/5
This is definitely the best spot we have been two in our trip for now.
Close to Punakaiki so we could watch the sunset both here and there. We were alone (the spot is only on Rankers - confirming it’s the very best app).
Reviewed 8 days ago
5.0/5
We are at this gorgeous spot now.
The only people we have seen are a few locals who drive here to walk the dog. A wonderful place to go with self contained campervan. Not a lot of space. Maybe 2 campervans. But what a view!
Reviewed about 1 year ago
5.0/5
Awesome location, fits 3 larger campervans, could fit up to 5 small vans though.
Gorgeous sunset. Zero facilities so freedom camping only.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
5.0/5
Perfect place, it's the dead end of the road, full view of the ocean.
Only place for 3 -5 campervan. Easy access to the beach.
Reviewed about 2 years ago
4.5/5
Total beachfront woth unobstructed views.
Perfect if the weathers good beautiful sunset. No amenities so come prepared. And dont forget your insect repellent. Only enough room for 3 or 4 campers if you park tight enough
Reviewed almost 3 years ago
5.0/5
Right in the beach.
Sleep to the sound or the roaring waves. Super friendly pub just up the road that serves delicious meals. My fav camping spot so far.
Reviewed over 3 years ago
5.0/5
Most amazing place right on the beach.
Only us and another camper there. No toilets or facilities but was great with a self contained van.
Reviewed almost 4 years ago
5.0/5
Best place, if you like it to stay alone.
Place for only 2 campervans. No light, no toilets,no water. You have a nice view to the beach. Standing directly by the beach.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
5.0/5
Its a small but silent place.
The only thing you hear is the sea and some animals. It only fits about 2 campervans butnits right next to a beutyfull beach.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
5.0/5
A few spots at the end of the road next to a creek that runs into the beach.Beautiful sunset, listened to the waves all night.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
5.0/5
What a spot!
We were alone for 2 nights in a row, all the tourist stopped on the other few places around. If you stay here you have to go to the ‚all nations‘ pub just right up the street. Lovely place with good food and great beer, felt just like locals and were treated as such. Awesome place!
Reviewed about 5 years ago
5.0/5
Stunning views.
We loved falling asleep to the sound of the waves. It’s only a small area and will only fit 3 campervans maximum. Don’t block the path to the left as farmers use this to access the beach on quad bikes. Self contained vehicles only as there are no facilities.
Reviewed over 5 years ago
4.0/5
Expect nothing, no shower, no toilet etc.
and you will be treated to a superb spot right at the beachfront. Use that self contained campervan what it's made for! We've enjoyed this spot all by our selves while all other campspots were fully booked or cramped with campers. Oh and there is a lovely pub only a 1km walk back in town where you can enjoy a drink or nice pub-meal.
Reviewed over 5 years ago
4.5/5
Good spot.....great view.
Room for only 3 or 4 motorhomes. Quiet and safe. The area is small, one thing, do not block access to the beach farmers are using this all the time.
Reviewed over 7 years ago