Freedom campingHidden gem

Te Paerahi Beach freedom camping

Porangahau, Hawke's Bay

Council freedom camping beside the recreation reserve at Te Paerahi, with toilets and water.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book

Te Paerahi is the surf, fishing and kite-flying beach for Porangahau in Central Hawke's Bay. The council says freedom camping is available next to the recreation reserve at the corner of Te Paerahi Road and Puketauhinu Place, and lists public toilets and water. It is about 45 minutes from Waipukurau.

Good to know

  • Check the council page for current limits
  • Bring food, the shop is back in Porangahau township
  • Cross the bridge from Porangahau on Beach Road to reach the beach
Open
All year
Getting there
Porangahau Road from Waipukurau, then Beach Road over the bridge
Vehicles
Campervans fine

Facilities

  • Toilets
  • Drinking water

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

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