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Matakohe is nestled amongst the upper reaches of the Kaipara Harbour and situated on the Kauri Coast — Northland’s best kept secret.
Years ago, Matakohe was an area where the first settlers arrived, bringing old England with them in tree plantings and building designs. In recognition to the settlers a pioneer museum was built, (The Kauri Museum), where visitors can experience the pioneer way of life, including gum digging and kauri milling. Matakohe also still has a number of historic colonial houses in use today.
Within half an hours drive from Matakohe, is Tinopai. The seaside village of Tinopai is located on the banks of the Kaipara Harbour – New Zealand’s largest harbour. Relax on the café deck with a coffee or takeaways, watch the tide come and go or drop a line in out over the wharf. Travel around a little further to a safe sandy bay or walk down the beach and view the harbour entrance.
Fun Fact: Matakohe produced New Zealand’s first New Zealand born Prime Minister Gordon Coates. A local memorial church and grounds are dedicated to him.
Fun activities & attractions just a short drive from our Matakohe accommdodation:
- Head 15 minutes towards Dargaville you'll find Tokatoka peak. A moderate hike to the top and what a view!
- 20 minutes to Pahi for another seaside village, wharf and one of the largest Moreton Bay Fig trees you will ever see
- 5 minutes to Paparoa where you'll find a pub, shops, restaurants and a nice creek-side walking track
- 5 minutes to the Kauri Bushmans reserve to view our local Kauri tree
- And if you don’t want to drive any where, relax in our Matakohe Holiday Park and admire the view and enjoy the peace and quiet
- Only a short stroll to Matakohe’s own Shelly Beach, or vist the local cafes and Kauri Museum (A must see attraction - allow 2-4 Hrs )
Matakohe is a year-round holiday destination. We experience limited rainfall and there are no flooding problems.
So for great Northland camping and holiday park accommodation, visit Matakohe Holiday Park. Here on the Twin Coast Discovery Route, this is where the water meets the land and the adventure starts! Find out more about what to do during your Northland tour!
Book your Matakohe holiday park accommodation now!
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