A wonderful place to stay for a holiday

Escape Auckland city and discover the coastal retreat of Martins Bay. Only an hour's drive to the north.

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Whether you seek the tranquility of a beachfront location or panoramic views, there are choices to suit your needs.

Choose from a great range of accommodation options and camping and caravan sites, you will find much more than just the basic camping facilities.

TV and
Games Room

TV and Games Room

Communal
Kitchen

Communal Kitchen

Communal
Bathroom

Communal Bathroom

Barbecue
Area

Barbecue Area

Recreational
Gear Hire

Recreational Gear Hire

Laundry
Facilities

Laundry Facilities

Martins Bay Park Map

On-Site Facilities

We offer a range of great facilities to make your stay comfortable and convenient.

Reception

Reception

Reception (Ph 09 353 9685) First Aid items available here.
AED in both camp kitchens.

Current reception opening hours:
Monday to Thursday 9am – 5pm
Friday 8.30am – 7pm
Saturday 8.30am – 6pm
Sunday 8.30am – 5pm

After hours calls will divert to our night phone 021 244 2043. If you have arranged to arrive after reception has closed please follow the instructions given. Please use your gate barrier code or swipe card when entering and exiting the park. Gates operate between 6.30am and 10pm.

Camp Shop

Camp Shop

Our camp shop is located at reception and has the same opening hours.

We stock a range of confectionery, icecreams and drinks and a limited range of grocery items. We also stock fish bait and burley. We offer both salt and party ice.

Wifi passes, pedal cart and watercraft hire and late check-outs can all be booked and paid for here. Campsite power leads and lanterns can also be hired here.

Coins for showers and laundry machines can be purchased here too.

Rec Room

Rec Room

Situated just across from the main kitchen, the room is set up for dining and also has a dedicated kitchen area that can be hired for special events/functions.

There is a lounge area with a large flatscreen TV with Freeview, a reading area and a foosball table.

BBQ & Picnic Area

BBQ & Picnic Area

Our covered outdoor area off the Rec room has electric BBQ’s, a large communal fridge and picnic tables.

The lighting changes to sensor operation after 10pm. Drop-down screens can provide protection from inclement weather. Our movie screen is located here too.

The area is adjacent to the playground so parents can relax while keeping an eye on their children.

Please note that alcohol is only permitted here or in the Rec Room while dining. Smoking or vaping is prohibited in all common use areas of the holiday park.

Children’s Playground

Children’s Playground

Our playground is open until dark each day.

Please always supervise young children. The playground is available to those aged between 5 and 12 only. Any misuse of the equipment will result in a ban from using the area. Please report any dangerous behaviour or equipment issues to reception asap.

A table tennis table is situated under the big Pohutukawa tree and equipment is available from the camp shop.

Camp Kitchens

Camp Kitchens

Main Kitchen
Our well-equipped kitchen has ovens, electric hobs, sinks for washing dishes, a hot water Zip plus fridges and freezers (please bag and label your food supplies). Toasters, kettles, microwaves and other kitchen equipment are there for you to use. Please bring your own pots, pans frying pans & cooking utensils etc.

An AED if located just inside the main door for use in an emergency.

Plateau Kitchen
A second smaller kitchen is located up at the Plateau camp area. An AED is located here.

Laundry Facilities

Our main laundry is adjacent to the main facilities block and has coin operated washing machines and dryers. A small second laundry is located up in the plateau block next to the kitchen.

Main Facilities Block

Main Facilities Block

This block contains our main kitchen and male and female shower and toilet facilities.

The showers are coin operated (50c for 5 min hot water).

Please be mindful to take as little time as possible when using these facilities especially during peak times.

Disability Facility

Disability Facility

We have a dedicated shower and toilet room that is located opposite the laundry. Please collect a key from reception upon arrival.

Tom's Block Facilities

Tom's Block Facilities

This smaller block is located at the northern end of the lower camp and contains an outside shower as well as female and male showers and toilets.

Boat Wash-down And Fish Cleaning Area

Boat Wash-down And Fish Cleaning Area

There are 3 bays with coin-operated water taps for washing down water craft.

Please ensure that motors are not run after 7.30 pm. There is a great fish cleaning area providing a filleting table, water and fish waste bins. Please follow the rules posted in the area and clean down everything when you have finished. Bait can be stored in the freezer in the small shed if there is capacity. Please name your bait. Any unnamed bait will be considered “left for others to use”.

These facilities can be very busy on weekends especially if there is a competition on so please be patient. We thank the Martins Bay Bending Rods group for their continued support of this facility.

Boat Storage And Launching

We offer both short- and long-term boat storage.

Please enquire about fees and availability at reception. Casual boat storage must be booked in advance when making your camp booking as spaces are limited at peak times.

There is an all-tide boat ramp right beside the holiday park offering great access to the beautiful waters and islands of Kawau Bay and the wider Hauraki Gulf.

Swimming Pontoon

Swimming Pontoon

This facility is provided by Auckland Regional Parks and is in place between Labour weekend and Easter.

This facility is not monitored by the holiday park staff. Please use the platform safely and report any misuse or equipment issues to reception asap.

Please ensure that younger children are supervised at all times. 

Ideal location

Martins Bay is a picturesque beach just over one hour north of central Auckland on the Mahurangi Peninsula, a spectacular haven of crystal waters and rolling hills. Facing Kawau Island and the beautiful islands of the Hauraki Gulf - 'NZ's finest recreational marine reserve' - our park is waiting here for you to discover.

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Things to do / Local Area

The local area offers a taste of everything from superb beaches and charming villages to exciting adventures and rich history.

Matakana Village Farmers Market

Matakana Village Farmers Market

From award-winning coffee, to mouth-watering brunch dishes, there’s plenty to sample and savour. Relax by the riverside to live local music, while the kids explore the rustic treehouse and natural playground.

The Matakana Market is zero waste – so take your baskets or bags and stock up on fresh produce, flowers, breads, deli treats and sweets.

Perfect for a gourmet picnic, a special celebration or just to bring back to the holiday park with friends.

Family time at the beach

Sculptureum

The Sculptureum Experience is made up of three sculpture gardens and six art galleries spanning over 1.5km of flat paths. There is also a vineyard, function centre and the aptly titled bar and restaurant, Rothko.

A spot of sightseeing

Walking Tracks

Walking tracks cover all kinds of terrain around the coastline, through native bush and forest, across farmland and along beaches. Our local Regional Parks – Scandrett, Tawharanui, and Mahurangi offer local walking trails.

Wine Trails

Wine Trails

Follow the wine trail around Matakana Coast – our closest vineyard and restaurant is at Brick Bay.

Carts For Hire

Carts For Hire

Kayaks For Hire

Kayaks For Hire

Reserve

Reserve

We stayed 7 days in the Dotterel Caravan and Awning - With our two grandsons aged 10 and 7 - The caravan was very retro and was well equipped for what we needed - to lie there at night and hear the waves so close, It was magic looking out of the window to see all along the beach. I had to pinch myself. The caravan was a little dated but who cares when you ore literally 10 steps to the safe swimming beach - The awning had two beds for the boys that were really comfortable, we set up a fold out table inside - the deck was well used good wooden picnic table - To sit outside as the sun went down was beautiful - we were also lucky to have beautiful weather - The staff are amazing and so helpful - the cook house and toilets were really nice and clean. So much to do lovely walks - the boys loved riding the 3 wheelers. We couldn't get the Dotterel for next year - But we are booked in the Kereru also right on the beach - Shopping centre was great at Snells Beach for the your supplies and The Warehouse - also some great bakeries. and Takeaways -only10mins drive - I hope we can make this an annual holiday - Will bring a small barbecue next time..

Paradise20315094838, TripAdvisor 2023

Fantastic family time. The camping sites were big and spacious. Great safe swimming beach for children and clean facilities. Great hospitality from the staff. We were camping off peak and asked if we wanted some more time to pack up. We will definitely go again.

Meander44392695350, TripAdvisor 2025

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