Ruakaka Reserve Motor Camp
Motorcamp, caravans, campervans, tent sites, camping, backpackers cabins
Ruakaka Reserve Motor Camp
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Waipu Caves, Marsden Point Oil Refinery, Charter Boats, Wineries, Farms, Horse Trekking, Matatoki Museum
Waipu Caves, Marsden Point Oil Refinery, Charter Boats, Wineries, Farms, Horse Trekking, Matatoki Museum

Welcome to the Ruakaka Reserve Motor Camp.....best camp in the North!

The Ruakaka Motorcamp at Ruakaka is situated 134 km north of Auckland & 30 km southeast of Whangarei on State Highway 1. It is halfway between Auckland & the Bay of Islands and is the perfect stopover on your way North and only seconds from State Highway 1.

Our camp is very clean, friendly & family orientated in park like grounds, situated on 32 acres of peninsula. It's one of the largest camp sites in New Zealand with 180 caravan & campervan sites, 111 tent sites & 8 cabins.

Facilities at the camp include a tennis court, adventure playground (planned for Xmas 2009), kitchens, laundries toilets, baby baths and showers. Showers, kitchens and laundry are metered. Dump stations are available, as well as a disabled toilet. Boat wash and fish cleaning area.

Ruakaka Motor Camp

There are 8 cabins in total, each equipped with a fridge, jug and toaster. Five small cabins sleep up to 3, three large cabins sleep up to 6 people and have a table and chairs. The cabins are conveniently located near kitchen and ablution blocks. You will require your own bedding and utensils, or you may hire.

All powered and tent sites have water close to each site

Fantastic water-front sites are often available. It is highly recommended to book in advance as the Camp is almost always booked out from xmas to mid-January; however the best time for sunny weather in recent times occurs from mid January through March when bookings are more readily available.

Our Reserve is a beautiful setting for out-door wedding ceremonies and receptions, and our Managers will be pleased to discuss this with you. Cowleys Hire can look after your marquee/party hire requirements and there are several catering companies available in Whangerei, including Blairs Spit Roast.


Aerial View

Safe estuary swimming or surf patrolled beach over the summer season. Lagoon front sites available.

The climate is a major attraction to this area. In summer the temperatures can get to 30°C. The weather is tropical with some heat showers.


The camp is bordered by a safe lagoon, and a bird sanctuary where 45 species of wildlife have been recorded as nesting. These include 3 species unique to New Zealand. The NZ Dotterel, the Variable Oystercatcher and the Fairy Tern.

There are many natural attractions in the area. These include The beautiful Bream Bay beaches - the coast extends 22 kms southward from Marsden Point to Waipu Cove. This area combines typical NZ countryside with the most beautiful coastal scenery. It also offers very safe swimming and fishing.

The Town Centre is just 2-3 minutes drive away from the camping ground and has all the necessities that you might require.

Beautiful Beaches

The Marsden Point Oil refinery features a large scale model and visual display highlighting the workings of this massive project. The refinery is a must on any Northland visitors itinerary.


Attractions: click here for Northland Events
Waipu Glow Worm Caves
Marsden Point Oil Refinery
Golf – Waipu Golf Course – 18 hole all-weather links course – only 5 minutes south
Local Winery – Longview Estate – 15 minutes north
Carters Beach & Boat Competition Friday/Saturday 26th/27th Feb 2009
Matakohe Kauri Museum
Ruakaka Kiting
Farm Safaris
Horse trekking
Charter Boat Fishing on Board The Cara J (ask at office for details)
Horse Racing – Ruakaka Racecourse
Marsden Cove Marina and Residential Estate

Cafes:
Waterline Cafe, Marsden Cove
Shearing Shed, One Tree Point
Smacker’s Café, Ruakaka
The Bream Bay Club - 10 minute walk
Pizza Barn Waipu - 10 minute drive

Caravan Hire:
Our Camp does not rent caravans or tents directly, so here are some useful contacts:
Affordable Caravans, Mangawhai Heads ph 094315543 or 0272733370
Lifestyle Caravans, Northland       ph 021-422-612
Coast2Coast Caravan Rentals, Northland       ph 09-438-4626 or 027-443-8468
Auckland Caravan Rental, Auckland
  ph 09-275-7005 or 021-996554

Ruakaka Motorcamp (the family camp) looks forward to hosting you


Ruakaka Beach, State Highway1, Northland
Ruakaka Beach Road, Ruakaka
Phone: (09) 432 7590
Email: ruakaka@ihug.co.nz
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