East Cape Campground, where Aotearoa begins each day. Nestled on the rugged East Cape coast near Te Araroa, this secluded beachfront campground offers 70 peaceful sites, stunning ocean-views, and the honour of being among the first in the world to greet the sunrise. No fuss, no rush , just nature, sea, sky and serenity. Please note - for Summer 2025, the camp is only suitable for fully self contained visitors ( no tenting - only suitable for self contained).
East Cape Campground is a peaceful coastal escape at the very edge of Aotearoa, lose to Te Araroa. Set across spacious paddocks beside the Pacific Ocean and Waipapa River, it offers 70 unpowered sites ideal for and campervan, or self contained visitors. Here, life slows down. You arrive when it suits, pay by honesty box, and settle into a simple, low-key campground designed for switching off and soaking up the scenery. Wake to one of the world’s earliest sunrises, spend your days exploring the coastline, fishing, swimming, and unwind each evening under a clear, star-filled sky.
With hot showers, basic facilities, and a relaxed, no-Wi-Fi vibe, East Cape Campground is the perfect place to reconnect with nature and enjoy the untouched beauty of the East Coast.
With hot showers, basic facilities, and a relaxed, no-Wi-Fi vibe, East Cape Campground is the perfect place to reconnect with nature and enjoy the untouched beauty of the East Coast.
Location
Address:
1480 East Cape Road
Te Araroa
Te Araroa
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