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Te Araroa Camp Ground

Te Araroa, Gisborne

Simple camp in Te Araroa, home of a giant pohutukawa and the road up to East Cape lighthouse.

Booking
No need to book

Te Araroa is the last real town before the East Cape. Camp here, see the ancient pohutukawa Te Waha o Rerekohu, then drive the gravel road to the lighthouse at first light.

Good to know

  • Drive the cape road early for sunrise
  • Mobile coverage is patchy
Vehicles
Campervans fine

Facilities

  • Kitchen
  • Showers
  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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