Tunnel Point Campground
About the Business
Welcome to Tunnel Point Campground, located in the stunning Waitākere Ranges Regional Park in Karekare, Auckland. As a campground, establishment, lodging, park, and point of interest, we offer a unique and unforgettable experience for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
During the COVID-19 Alert Level 2, we have implemented necessary measures and protocols to ensure the safety and well-being of our guests. Holiday parks and the Waiheke Backpackers Hostel are open for bookings, and we have reinstated our standard cancellation and amendment rules. If you need to make any changes to your booking, you can easily do so online via your MyAuckland account.
Our campground is nestled amidst the beauty of dune wetlands and coastal cliffs, providing a picturesque setting for your stay. To reach the campground, you'll embark on a 20-30 minute walk through an old logging tramway tunnel, adding a touch of adventure to your journey.
When visiting our parks, it is essential to clean your footwear and equipment to prevent the spread of disease. Please note that there are track and road closures in place, and access to the campground is only available via the beach route at low to mid-tide from Whatipu. Vehicle access is not permitted.
Tunnel Campsite, a camping area surrounded by lush bush, offers a tranquil and immersive experience in nature. Our main park gates are open from 6am to 9pm during daylight savings hours and 6am to 7pm during non-daylight saving hours, ensuring you have ample time to explore and enjoy the park.
To reach the campground from the Karekare main carpark, take a leisurely walk around Karekare Point at low to mid-tide and continue along Whatipū Beach south until you reach Tunnel Point. The walk takes approximately 20-30 minutes and rewards you with breathtaking views along the way.
Please note that bookings for our campgrounds can only be made up to six months in advance, with availability refreshing at midnight daily. Group bookings are limited to a maximum of 10 people. For more information on booking changes and cancellations, as well as booking accommodations for guests under 18, please refer to our How to Book Accommodation guide.
While staying at our campground, it is important to conserve water as the supply is limited. We provide roof water supply, but it is advisable to boil the water for at least three minutes before use. Additionally, we have a strict no-dogs policy, as pets and other animals are prohibited at all times.
We kindly ask that you keep your campsite clean and tidy throughout your stay and when you leave. Please remember that there are no bins or rubbish disposal facilities available, so we appreciate your cooperation in taking all rubbish and recycling with you when you depart.
Tunnel Point Campground is not only a gateway to a popular surf beach but also a coastal settlement within the breathtaking Waitākere Ranges. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, explore the surrounding trails, and create unforgettable memories during your stay.
If you encounter any non-urgent problems, please report them at www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/report-it. For urgent matters, please call our regional parks team at 09 366 2000. We also welcome general inquiries and feedback at regionalparks@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz.
Experience the magic of Tunnel Point Campground and indulge in the natural wonders of the Waitākere Ranges. Book your stay with us today and embark on an unforgettable adventure in Auckland, New Zealand.
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Location & Phone number
Karekare, Auckland 0772, New Zealand
Reviews
"We transitted Tunnel Point on our way to Parahaha Valley to check out the new walkways and bridges. These were, by the way, amazing and such an improvement over swamy tracks and river wading! Tunnel Point is a short level walk along the beach from Karekare and continues to be a nice place for a picnic. Read up on the history before you go and imagine digging that Tunnel with pick and shovel. We were not camping this time but if we were would be tempted to walk on another 45 minutes to the awesome Parahaha Camp."
"I would have given this five stars but... Firstly the campground is great. Tucked away from exposure, cool location and easy to get too. However, the council directions to get there are terrible. I walked for 90 mins until I stumbled on it - there is no sign posting or clues as it is not visible from the beach. As for 20-30 mins. Nope. It took me 20 mins when I left just to follow the track back to the beach, then another 30 along the surf line and back to the carpark. It might be 30 mins if it was hard packed and you weren't carrying camping gear but it's at least half loose sand and slow going. I found that if I walked about 1/2 as far again as it is from the surf club end of Karekare Beach to the off-shore rock, then there is a flat area (almost a dry estuary) that leads into the cliffs. Head in there and on the right hand side the Hillary Trail. Follow that. Hopefully the pics help some others."
"Nice place to stay for a night, away from everything, no phone reception. A good 30 minute walk through the sand from the Karekare parking. Has a toilet and a water tap (no drinking). Lovely views!"
"Birders haunt or a leisured rest stop. A shelteted & protected site, long drop, great views over the wetlands, just 1.7km along the Hillary Trail from the Karekare Reserve beach sign."
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