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For all the planned camps and their details
Annual Event in Marlborough for Garden Lovers 2025
6–9 Nov, Thu, Blenheim, Marlborough
Join Martin & Diana Ireland, your APC Marlborough Rep for a variety of garden tours and a public Garden Fete.
Meet up for coffee, drinks and nibbles for local and anyone passing through at Dodsons Sat 8th 3pm.
Camp at Steampunk the Thames
7–10 Nov, Fri, Thames, Waikato
Thames Sea Scout Hall. Join us at camp during the 10 year anniversary of Steampunk the Thames. This is a fun weekend for all ages with entertainment, competitions, dancing, prancing, gears and gadgetry. steampunkthethames.co.nz. More
South Island Campfest 2025
14–16 Nov, Fri, Woodbury, Geraldine
Family fun and entertainment from 2pm 14th November.
Something for everyone. APCNZ’s FIRST South Island Campfest.
Shakespear Regional Park camping, Te Haruhi Bay
21–23 Nov, Fri. Whangaparaoa, North Auckland
A weekend camping at Shakespear regional park, bird sanctuary, Whangaparaoa peninsula North Auckland. Join your host, Rae Coppins , APC’s Auckland Area rep.
No pets, as it is a bird sanctuary. Tents welcome.
This is an Auckland Council camp, please book online before arriving, you will receive an email with the gate code.
Relaxing break at Waitarere Beach
21–23 Nov, Fri, Waitarere Beach, Levin
Join your club hosts, Margaret Earle and Helen Garthwaite for a relaxing weekend at the Hydrabad Holiday Park. Tents welcome. At Waitarere Beach (just north of Levin) this is a great place to bring the family for a fun weekend before we hit the Christmas rush. Swimming pool, trampolines, swings, slide. A short walk to the local playground, tennis courts, the beach, Matariki forest and the fairy garden.
Camp at Kaitoke, Wellington Region
5–7 Dec, Fri, Kaitoke Regional Park, Upper Hutt
This is a DOC site so All campers welcome including tents, DOC fees apply.
Come and enjoy camping in a rural/ forest setting. It will be a bit cold to swim in the river but there are walking tracks and the Rimutaka Incline track is not far away for the more adventurous.
Dog are welcome but must be under control.
Happy 10th Birthday All Points
24 Dec–7 Jan, Wed, Motukarara, Canterbury
Join us at the Waihora Park Domain Camping Ground as we celebrate Christmas, New Year, horse racing and birthdays!
New Year Camp at Paraparaumu Beach
29 Dec, Mon–2 Jan, Paraparaumu, Kapiti Coast
Join us for a relaxed New Years camp at Paraparaumu Beach Sea Scouts Hall. Its just a short walk to the beach, estuary and local shops, and beside a large park and sports area.
APCNZ 10th Anniversary, North Island Camp
2–5 Jan, Fri, Reporoa, Rototura– Taupo Highway (SH5)
Join us to celebrate the All Points Camping Club’s 10th Birthday at Mihi School. There is plenty of space for tents and camping vehicles. A wonderful quiet country school with a pool and close to other attractions. All campers are welcome. We will have a birthday celebration on the Saturday night. If you can’t stay for the weekend, feel free to pop in if you are passing by.
Waitangi weekend camp at Morison’s Bush
5–8 Feb, Thu, Morisons Bush, Wairarapa
Come and join us for a long weekend camp at Morisons Bush. Traditional NZ summer camping at its best. Great swimming spot. Tents welcome. Bring your own drinking water and toilet. Martinborough Fair on Saturday.
Waitangi Weekend at Bluff Farm
6–8 Feb, Fri, Ashley Gorge, North Canterbury
Bluff Farm: Winter camping was such fun that now we want a summer camp. Who is keen for a dip in the Ashley Gorge? Tents welcome.
Camp-Fest Bulls 26
6–8 Mar, Fri, Bulls, SH1, Rangitikei
Join us in March 2026 for the fourth annual Camp-Fest in Bulls, Rangitikei district. Lots to do or just relax at the wonderful Bulls Domain. Bar in the evenings.
Canterbury Camping Train 2026
3–21 Mar, Canterbury, Catlins, Southland, West Coast
Enjoy the whole trip, or meet up and or depart anywhere along the way. Departing Canterbury 3 Mar, arriving Catlins 6th & Southland 12–15th (see Southland Camping Train below)(Qtown ≈20th. Nelson Creek 26 Mar.)
Southland, Camping Train:
Paradise for nature lovers!
7–10 Mar, Sat, Owaka, Catlins
Join the camping train at tranquil Pounawea Campground. Kayak or swim. Visit Kaka Point, Nuggets Lighthouse, sealions at Cannibal Bay, Purakaunui waterfall. ckw.nz/catlins-26
Waters edge camp
10–11 Mar, Tue, Haldane Bay
The petrified forest at Curio Bay, the Lost Gypsy Cafe and more. Long-drop toilet, water on tap, good wifi, space for larger vehicles. Pets on leads. ckw.nz/waters-edge
Sea breeze camp
11–12 Mar, Wed, Fortrose
Beautiful views of the estuary and lighthouse. Swim, birdwatch or fish in the tidal estuary. Dogs on leads. On grass and room for larger vehicles. Clean toilets, playground, and a nearby cafe. ckw.nz/sea-breeze
Historic bridge camp
12–13 Mar, Thu, Clifden, Eastern Bush
Peaceful. Historic bridge. A short drive to Tuatapere. Flushing toilets, drinking water and sinks. Pets on leads. ckw.nz/clifton-bridge
The lake escape
13–15 Mar, Fri , Manapouri
Scenic holiday park across from the lake, on the edge of Fiordland National Park. Pets on leads. A short 12km drive to Te Anau township. Special booking instructions. ckw.nz/lake-escape
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