Ohawe Beach Camp

Ohawe Beach Camp sits on the rugged South Taranaki coastline near Hawera, where the Waingongoro River meets the sea. This low-cost camping ground offers a quiet base for coastal walking, fishing and exercising dogs along the stony shore. The beach is patrolled by surf life savers on summer Sundays, though the river mouth and rocky conditions mean swimming is limited. Facilities are basic but maintained, and the site welcomes dogs. Ideal for anglers and those seeking a no-frills coastal stay, the camp provides access to one of Taranaki's less-developed stretches of coast, roughly an hour and twenty minutes from Whanganui.