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    Te Ahiaua Reserve

    Te Ahiaua Reserve

    Free CampsitesGisborne, Bay of Plenty New Zealand 🇳🇿

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    Te Ahiaua Reserve

    Free CampsitesGisborne, Bay of Plenty New Zealand 🇳🇿

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    10 Reviews

    🇺🇸
    Andrea
    Jun 27, 2026
    Neutral

    Plenty of space, nice view, toilets clean but no water to wash, no potable water. Nice to stop by for lunch or single night.

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    Anonymous
    May 15, 2026
    Positive

    There are toilets. Tents are allowed, so it's also fine for non-self-contained vehicles.

    Anonymous
    Mar 26, 2026
    Positive

    A large area to park up right next to the beach. Toilets ok. It is right near the road but the noise wasn’t bothersome.

    Anonymous
    Mar 16, 2026
    Positive

    A nice campsite with plenty of space, toilets that are clean and picnic tables. Good views and a quiet night :)

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    Léa
    Nov 22, 2025
    Positive

    We stayed at this campsite twice, both Saturday nights. On one occasion, a local man came to smoke crack cocaine next door with loud music, which was a bit annoying. The other night was fine and very quiet. I recommend it because the site is pleasant with toilets and sinks. Limited phone and internet networks.

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    Anne
    Nov 11, 2025
    Positive

    Lovely campsite, right by the sea and the river. There are toilets, but no drinking water, and no soap at the sink. Families and older couples were parked next to us, and during the day there were a few visitors swimming. We felt safe 😊

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    Alex
    Oct 15, 2025
    Positive

    Very big freedom camping space with more than 15 spaces. You have a toilet which worked. View is amazing and the sites are next to the beach. Can 100% recommend.

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    Anonymous
    Sep 20, 2025
    Positive

    Nice stop plenty of space road traffic a little loud. Toilets are handy. Easy to collect pipes and safe swimming place.

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    Nidya
    Sep 2, 2025
    Negative

    For all vehicles, non self-contained and self-contained. There's no signage that says self-contained only, so not sure why people are saying and assuming the wrong thing!! The women's public toilet has toilet paper, but the sink in toilet has no water and there's no soap to wash the hands. Very unhygienic! No lights in the toilets when it's dark. Sign also says take your refuse when you leave but there's a big rubbish bin available. Sign says maximum stay for 3 nights within any 4 week period.

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    Anonymous
    Jul 21, 2025
    Positive

    Beautiful location on the waterfront. Magnificent views and walks along the beach, ideal at low tide. At least ten spots. Clean restrooms.

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