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Campground in Coastal Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty New Zealand
Motiti Reserve
Overnight camping at this reserve is only permitted if:
• within the designated area(s) shown in the photomap • in self-contained vehicles displaying NZS5465:2001 certification • no more than two vehicles are permitted per night • maximum stay of two nights per calendar month per vehicle
No rubbish is permitted to be disposed of in the public bins. Use CamperMate to locate the closest transfer station.
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This is a very good free campground, quiet, with direct drinking water, toilet and cold shower. We watched the sunset here. Unfortunately, there are only two camper spaces here, so you have to come here early. And we met people checking for illegal camping in the middle of the night.
We got lucky and managed to get a spot. But there’s only 2 small spaces to park in the top right hand corner. You have to get there early if you want to get a spot. It has nice clean toilets and a cold shower and it’s right by the beach. If you can get a spot it’s a really good place to stay!
Great spot!!! Toilets/ cold shower/ water refill open all night just by the car park and a 2 minute walk to the beach. Only 2 spaces so get here early.
Gorgeous spot right by the beach! Fills up fast so go early! The sign says to park in the 3 spaces but they’re so long you can definitely fit 2 shorter vans in front of the other. Toilets are a 10 min walk away.
Nearby toilet closed during the day. Weird.
Only 2 spots for the night, full at 6pm. Cold shower on the side of the sanitary bloc.
The toilets are locked. Otherwise a good place for one night.
Quiet spot for 2 vans, clean WC about 40 metres from parking. We can recomment this place.
Don't risk sleeping outside a designated campervan field, it's expensive
2 spots in designated blue lines. Parking lot is paved :) (as opposed to the current photo). Nice green space, toilets, bbq, and beach access! Lovely. Quiet at night. Thanks for having us!
Motiti Reserve
This free campground located in the Motiti Reserve is a popular spot with a rating of "good". Reviewers have praised the campsite for its quiet surroundings, direct access to the beach, clean toilets, cold shower, and water refill station. The campsite has only two designated parking spaces, so it's essential to arrive early to secure a spot.
It's worth noting that there have been reports of some negative experiences, including wrestling with 8pm toilet closures and local opposition to freedom camping. However, many reviewers have also mentioned positive interactions with locals.
Overall, the majority of reviewers have enjoyed their stay at Motiti Reserve and would recommend it to others. The convenient location, basic amenities, and peaceful atmosphere make it a suitable option for those looking for a free camping experience. However, visitors should be aware of the limited parking spots and potential for local opposition.
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