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Camp Morley, located at Clarks Beach on the shores of the Manukau Harbour, is a well-established venue for school camps and youth programmes. Just 50 minutes from Auckland CBD and 35 minutes from Auckland Airport, it provides schools with a convenient yet peaceful setting for outdoor learning, team building and group activities.
The camp offers bunk-style accommodation suited to large groups, with a mixture of dorm rooms and separate leader or teacher rooms. Its capacity makes it ideal for school groups, youth organisations and community programmes needing space for overnight or multi-day stays.
Facilities are designed with schools in mind. A spacious dining hall and fully equipped commercial kitchen make catering straightforward, whether self-catered or organised through providers. A large recreation hall is available for indoor activities, meetings and wet-weather programmes, ensuring groups have options regardless of conditions.
Outside, Camp Morley features extensive sports fields and open grounds, perfect for team games and physical activities. The camp also has direct access to the Manukau Harbour shoreline, creating opportunities for beach studies, supervised water activities, kayaking and environmental learning. The natural setting supports coastal walks, nature studies and evening programmes such as campfires, assemblies and group presentations.
Communal bathroom blocks provide toilets and showers for students and staff, making the facilities practical and well-suited to large groups. The combination of open space, water access and flexible indoor areas means schools can design programmes that balance education with recreation and fun.
For schools seeking a coastal camp close to Auckland, Camp Morley is an excellent choice. It offers students the chance to connect with nature, take part in meaningful group activities and enjoy a safe, structured environment for learning outside the classroom.
