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Located on the secluded Te Wharau (Malua Bay), this campground has flat, undulating grass terraces.
A feature of the site are the two large poplars, known as "Baileys Hammock".
The site was developed as a sea kayak based campground for those paddling along Te Ara Moana kayak trail.
There is an archaeological site is next to the campground - do not camp in this area.
A short walk south along the coast will take you to the park's track network.
Main park gates are open from 6am to 9pm during daylight savings hours and 6am to 7pm during non-daylight saving hours.
Remote campground accessible by sea kayak only. There is no vehicle or walking access.
Located on the south coast of the park below the paddocks.
Visit Duder Regional Park for more access information.
$10.00 (GST inclusive)
$4.50 (GST inclusive)
$0.00 (GST inclusive)
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.
Tap on the hill near toilet - boil water for at least three minutes before using.
No power supply.
One compost toilet up the steps.
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.
No vehicle access.
The campground does not allow walk-ins and you must book.
Fires prohibited at all times. Use concrete pad when using gas cookers.
Regional park located on the pōhutukawa-fringed Whakakaiwhara Peninsula, which cuts out into the Tamaki Strait