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Lagoon Bay campground at Mahurangi East Regional Park, Sadler Point
This campground is located on the northern end of Lagoon Bay in an open grassed area bordering the beach. It is only accessible from the water.
The beach is very tidal - at low tide you will need to walk 250m up the muddy beach.
Accessible by boat or foot (from Martins Bay) only
There is no vehicle access. Do not camp on the foreshore.
Close shore access by boat or kayak is only possible at high tide.
Vehicle access to Mahurangi West is closed. You will need to plan your route from other locations.
Boat access only, Mahurangi East
Directions and access
Main park gates are open from 6am to 9pm during daylight savings hours and 6am to 7pm during non-daylight saving hours.
Boat access only. Lagoon Bay is a shallow tidal bay. Close shore access by boat or kayak is only possible at high tide.
Consider using a dolly or kayak wheels. Kayaks or dinghies can be hand-launched from Sullivan's Bay, 2.2km away.
At low tide you will need to walk 250m up the muddy beach.
The campground is not accessible from Sullivan's Bay after the main park gate is closed. The gate is open from 6am to 9pm during daylight savings and 6am to 7pm during non-daylight savings.
Visit Mahurangi East Regional Park, Sadler Point for more access information.
Availability and prices
Maximum number of people
20Maximum stay
7 nightsCheck-in time
11amCheck-out time
11amAdult
$10.00 (GST inclusive)
Child
$4.50 (GST inclusive)
Infant
$0.00 (GST inclusive)
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Booking information
Bookings can only be made six months in advance for campgrounds. Availability refreshes at midnight daily.
Group bookings are limited to a maximum of 10 people.
Find out about booking changes and cancellations, and booking if you are under 18, on How to book accommodation.
Amenities
Water supply is very limited and untreated - instead bring your own.
Supply is from a water tank at the woolshed or main car park at Sullivan’s Bay. Only take what you need and boil for at least three minutes before using.
No power supply.
Waterless, non-flush toilet. Bring your own toilet paper and clean toilet after use.
You can bring your own solar shower, shower tent and solar shower support. Showers must not be hung from trees.
Rules
Dogs, other animals and pets are prohibited at all times.
Your campsite must be clean and tidy during your stay, and when you leave.
No bins or rubbish disposal facilities. Take all rubbish and recycling with you when you leave.
You may stay in tents only and you may not camp on the foreshore.
No vehicle access.Water craft must meet all safety guidelines. Check the latest marine forecast - conditions change rapidly and check marine charts for anchorage advise.
If you are visiting off-shore islands please check vessel and equipment carefully to prevent the spread of pests.
Fires prohibited at all times.
Information about the park
Mahurangi East Regional Park, Sadler Point
Regional park with sheltered bays, native bush, open pasture and historic sites.


