Review of camping opportunities in New Zealand Research Completed
Title
Review of camping opportunities in New Zealand
Lead Author
Heritage Appreciation Unit, Research, Development & Improvement, Department of Conservation
Organisation(s)
Department of Conservation
Publication Year
2006
Publisher
Department of Conservation
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Abstract
The sale and subsequent closure of iconic coastal campgrounds has attracted significant public attention over recent years. This trend appears to be increasing as development pressures on the coastal margin intensify, particularly in the upper North Island.
In January 2006, the Minister of Conservation asked the Department of Conservation (DOC) to “review the availability of family-friendly camping opportunities for New Zealanders, particularly in coastal areas”.
This report is intended as a catalyst for further discussion. To that end, it lays out the issues and options, but does not offer recommendations. Rather, it provides the basis for discussions with the camping industry, local communities and government that will identify appropriate and sustainable solutions which can be implemented at a local level.
The review has been co-ordinated by the Department of Conservation and involved representatives of a wide range of organisations and individuals with an interest in New Zealand’s camping sector.
Keywords:
Camping, Outdoors, Camp site, Department of Conservation
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