Where to Rest

Tāwharanui Campground

Campsite in Leigh

Campsite4.8 (151 reviews)
Brand
Auckland Council

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About

This large campground is in the Tāwharanui Open Sanctuary. It's situated on the north eastern coast behind the sand dunes and between Phoenix Reef and Comet Rock. The campground is divided into five bays with a central road. It has a flat, undulating gras

What guests mention

cleanliness3friendly staff2location2breakfast & food2

Aspects most mentioned across recent guest reviews (highlighted = mostly positive).

Amenities

Wheelchair accessParking

Location

What's nearby

  • Anchor Bay Beach1.1 km
  • Tokatū Point Lookout3.4 km
  • Tokatū Point Lookout 23.6 km
  • Ōmaha Beach5.3 km
  • Campbells Beach5.9 km
  • Baddeleys Beach6.5 km

Straight-line distances.

Getting there & essentials

Nearest airport
Omaha Flats Airfield 6.5 km
Nearest beach
Anchor Bay Beach1.1 km
Sea temperature
Sea temperature about 14.1 °C in September (Open-Meteo Marine, measured 2026-09-01)
Driving
Drives on the left
Currency
NZD
Power
Type I plugs · 230 V · 50 Hz
Tap water
Generally safe to drink

Straight-line distances.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get to Tāwharanui Campground?

From Tāwharanui Campground, Omaha Flats Airfield is around 6.5 km away (straight-line distances).

How far is Tāwharanui Campground from the beach?

The nearest beach, Anchor Bay Beach, is about 1.1 km from Tāwharanui Campground in a straight line.

Does Tāwharanui Campground have parking?

Yes — Tāwharanui Campground offers wheelchair access, parking.

How is Tāwharanui Campground rated?

Tāwharanui Campground scores 4.8 out of 5 across 151 guest reviews.

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