Motutara Farm Campsite

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About this campsite

Motutara Farm Campsite at Whananaki offers 200+ sites across coastal farmland near Whangarei, with beach access, varied site options, and family heritage dating to 1915.

Motutara Farm Campsite offers over 200 tent sites across 75 hectares of farmland at Whananaki on Northland's east coast, approximately 40 minutes from Whangarei. The camping area spans two pohutukawa-fringed beaches, Kings Beach and Barrons Beach, with sites ranging from beachside and sea-view positions to green valley and hillside locations. The campground accommodates caravans and campervans at most sites. A local shop with cafe and takeaway operates nearby. The farm has been in the Barron family since 1915 and provides a spacious, picturesque coastal camping experience with access to surf beaches and estuary swimming.

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Common questions about Motutara Farm Campsite

Can you book Motutara Farm Campsite online?

We hold no online booking link for Motutara Farm Campsite, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Motutara Farm Campsite?

Motutara Farm Campsite sits in NTL. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

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