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Tokomaru Bay south freedom camping

Tokomaru Bay, Gisborne

Free winter camping behind the dunes at Tokomaru Bay, 1 May to Labour weekend.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
12 hours

A council freedom camping area on Waiotu Road near the beach, open free from 1 May until Labour weekend and closed over summer. It suits a slow stop on the East Cape loop, with the old wharf and the Te Puka Tavern a short drive away. Bring everything you need as there are no facilities listed.

Good to know

  • Only open 1 May to Labour weekend
  • Three nights maximum
  • The north site opposite Potae Street runs the same season
Best time
Autumn and winter
Open
1 May to Labour weekend
Getting there
Short gravel and grass approach, usually fine for campervans
Vehicles
Campervans fine

Facilities

  • Rubbish bins

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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