Pikowai Camping Ground

This beachfront camping ground between Whakatāne and Tauranga is a wonderful spot to enjoy swimming and beach fishing. The campground is right on the beach and sheltered from southerly winds by pohutukawa-clad white cliffs. There are two toilet blocks with showers. Please be sure to conserve water wherever possible. Dogs on leads at all times. All rubbish must be removed from the camp ground and taken with you.

Tariff is $25/site (up to 2 adults and 2 children under 15 yrs) and $7/night each extra adult, $3/night each extra child. Maximum stay 14 consecutive days in a calendar month.

• Under 5s: Free

• Ages 5-15: Charged at child rates

• Ages 15+: Charged at adult rates

From the 1^st October 2024, Pikowai Camp Ground will be cashless, and any campsites must be paid for online using the below link or by paying at Council’s Customer Service Counter, 14 Commerce Street, Whakatane.

Please include your vehicle registration number when paying online. You will be requested to leave the camp site if you cannot show proof of payment of camp fees.

Please note, payment online does not reserve you a specific campsite. Camp sites are available on a first come, first serve basis. It is the responsibility of the person making the online payment to check that the payment confirmation is received.

Payment of camp fees is non-refundable. Please ensure that you are paying for the correct dates.