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Te Wharau / Malua Bay Campground

Auckland

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Auckland

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About this campsite

Backcountry tent site at Duder Regional Park, accessible by sea kayak. Managed by Auckland Council with grass terraces beside Te Wharau Bay and coastal tracks.

Te Wharau (Malua Bay) Campground sits on a secluded bay at Duder Regional Park, featuring flat grass terraces shaded by two large poplars known as "Baileys Hammock". Developed primarily as a sea kayak campground for paddlers following the Te Ara Moana kayak trail, this backcountry tent site offers a remote coastal experience. An archaeological site borders the campground, and campers should avoid this protected area. A short coastal walk south connects to the park's wider track network. Managed by Auckland Council, the site provides basic facilities suited to self-sufficient campers seeking a quiet escape on Auckland's south-eastern coastline.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Backcountry

Tent Site

Location

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Common questions about Te Wharau / Malua Bay Campground

What facilities does Te Wharau / Malua Bay Campground have?

Te Wharau / Malua Bay Campground has backcountry and tent site. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Te Wharau / Malua Bay Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Te Wharau / Malua Bay Campground, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Te Wharau / Malua Bay Campground?

Te Wharau / Malua Bay Campground sits in AUK. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Te Wharau / Malua Bay Campground

Facilities recorded for Te Wharau / Malua Bay Campground
Facility	On site
Backcountry	Yes
Tent Site	Yes

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