A small campground right above the beach at Pouto, a coastal village an hour's drive south of Dargaville, with views over the Kaipara Harbour. It has powered and unpowered sites, two family rooms, a well-supplied kitchen, clean toilets and showers, and a laundry area. There are only 10 sites, so bookings are essential. The campground is at 16 Signal Station Road.
There are no shops or petrol stations in Pouto, so the website recommends stocking up in Dargaville. The last 10 kilometres of road are gravel, and no more than 100 litres of stored fuel can be brought onto the grounds. For some peak dates, full payment is required in advance, and a booking is confirmed once payment is received. Free cancellation applies up to 14 days before arrival. Campers must vacate by 10am on the departure date. Our pick near Dargaville for a quiet harbour stay with a kitchen.