A thorough comparison of Ishigaki Island campgrounds Yonehara Campground and Inoda Auto Campground!
Table of Contents
- 1 What is a campground on Ishigaki Island?
- 2 What is Yonehara Campground?
- 3 Yonehara Campground Facilities
- 4 Sights around Yonehara Campground
- 5 What is Inoda Auto Camp Ground?
- 6 Facilities at Inoda Auto Camp Ground
- 7 Sightseeing spots around Inoda Auto Camping Ground
- 8 Difference between Yonehara Campground and Inoda Auto Campground
- 9 summary
Hello everyone! Ishigaki Island is a place of overwhelming nature, isn't it? Camping in such great nature is booming in Ishigaki Island. Normally, you may want to enjoy a resort atmosphere during your stay, but if you want to go all out, why not choose "camping in Ishigaki Island" where you can fully enjoy the great nature? In this article, we will thoroughly compare the campgrounds you can enjoy in Ishigaki Island.
What is a campground on Ishigaki Island?
Camping in Ishigaki Island? Some may say, "Camping in Ishigaki Island", but there are several places where you can camp in Ishigaki Island. This time, we will focus on Yonehara Campground located at Yonehara Beach near Kabira Bay, a famous sightseeing spot in Ishigaki Island, and Inoda Auto Campground located along the coast on Route 390 going north. Most people associate camping with outdoor activities in the mountains or forests, but camping in Ishigaki Island is an island country surrounded by the sea, so you can enjoy camping with activities and have a different atmosphere and experience. Below we introduce two camping spots in Ishigaki Island, so please take a look.
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What is Yonehara Campground?
The campground is located adjacent to Yonehara Beach, just a few minutes drive from Kabira Bay, a famous sightseeing spot in Ishigaki Island. If you set up your tent in the mokumao forest, you can block out the hot sun and feel the cool ocean breeze. Adjacent to Yonehara Beach, you can appreciate tropical fish and coral reefs by snorkeling in the clear waters, or take a walk along the shore. This is the perfect location to enjoy camping in a relaxing and quiet place. In the background, the highest mountain in Okinawa, Omotodake (Mt. Omotodake), rises in the background, and at the foot of the verdant mountains is a cluster of Yaeyama palms, designated as a natural monument. Of course, it is recommended for single campers and family campers as well. As it is adjacent to Yonehara Beach, it is fully equipped with toilets, showers, and other facilities. However, camping equipment is not available for rent, so you will need to bring your own. Please prepare the necessary camping equipment in advance.
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Yonehara Campground Facilities
Here are the details of Yonehara Campground's facilities. Yonehara Campground is located from Ishigakijima Airport to Route 390, turn left at the intersection to Route 390, then to Prefectural Road 290, then to Prefectural Road 87, then to Prefectural Road 79, and it takes about 25 minutes. From the city center, take Route 390 toward the airport, turn left at the Isobe intersection, take Prefectural Route 209, turn left at the Sanwa intersection, pass through the Omoto Tunnel, and turn left on Prefectural Route 79, which is an easy 30-minute drive.
Of course, there is a parking lot with space for about 30 cars. Facilities include an administration building, a public cooking area, a store, toilets, and hot and cold showers (200 yen per 10 minutes). At the store, you can rent snorkeling equipment and parasols for use on the beach. The campground is also barrier-free, with guide dogs and wheelchair-accessible restrooms available. As mentioned above, camping equipment is not available for rent.
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Sights around Yonehara Campground
The adjacent Yonehara Beach is the closest and most popular tourist spot in the vicinity of the Yonehara Campground. Compared to other beaches, Yonehara Beach is the most natural beach in the area. The beach offers a variety of activities, and is a popular spot for snorkeling during the summer season. The Blue Cave is also located nearby and is a popular spot for snorkeling, SUP, and various other activities.
In addition, there is "Yonehara Yaeyama palm colony" nearby, which only grows in a very small area in Ishigaki Island. It is a very rare palm that is "endemic" and is characterized by its large size and large wavy compound leaves that can reach 25 meters in height. Why don't you visit the palm trees that you can only see here during your camping trip?
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What is Inoda Auto Camp Ground?
This auto campground is located at the southernmost tip of Japan. Public buses are available to the campground, but are infrequent, so officials recommend that visitors come by rental car or rental motorcycle. The campground can accommodate auto camping for 14 vehicles, including campers and private cars, as well as day camping and other various camping styles in the free tent space on the vast grounds. The beach is just a 10-second walk away, so you can jump into the ocean right after setting up your tent and work up a sweat, enjoying the ocean camping that is typical of the remote islands.
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In addition to individual power and water supply, there is a communal kitchen, laundry, and hot showers for a fee, which is hard to believe for a remote island.
The open space and playground equipment make it easy to enjoy family camping. You can spend a relaxing time swimming, fishing, strolling along the beautiful beach, or reading in the shade of the mokumao forest.
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Facilities at Inoda Auto Camp Ground
Inoda Auto Campground is located about 20 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport on Route 390 north toward Tamatorizaki. It takes about 30 minutes by car from the city center to the north on Route 390 toward Tamatorizaki. The campground is well maintained and fully equipped with toilets, shower rooms, cooking facilities, and laundry facilities.
Camping equipment is available for rent, including tents, tables and chairs, and even cooler boxes, so you can easily use the facility without bringing anything other than groceries. As the name suggests, Inoda Auto Campground is also available for auto camping, and there are facilities for a wide range of enjoyment, including the rental of a power supply for campers. In addition, there are restaurants in the vicinity, but there are no stores to buy food, so it is recommended that you purchase food in advance in the city center or other areas.
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Sightseeing spots around Inoda Auto Camping Ground
Nearby spots include the famous Hirakubozaki Lighthouse and Kabira Bay, which are famous tourist attractions. Hirakubozaki Lighthouse is located at the northernmost tip of Ishigaki Island and offers a panoramic view of the beautiful blue ocean with coral reefs. Kabira Bay is also one of the 100 most scenic spots in Japan. In addition to the above, the campground is within a 15-kilometer radius of the city center, which is easily accessible in about 30 minutes by car.
Difference between Yonehara Campground and Inoda Auto Campground
So far we have introduced each campground. From here, we will explain the differences between Yonehara Campground and Inoda Auto Campground.
The first thing that can be mentioned is the difference in facilities at each campground. Yonehara Campground has cooking facilities and showers, but camping equipment cannot be rented. The nearby campgrounds are surrounded by nature, such as Yonehara Beach and Ao no Doukutsu (Blue Cave), so you can rent snorkeling equipment at the beach. The campground can be enjoyed by solo campers and families as there are activities to enjoy around the campground. Please note, however, that camping equipment is not available for rent, so you will need to prepare it in advance.
The basic facilities at Inoda Auto Campground are the same as those at Yonehara Campground, but the campground itself is well maintained, allowing first-time campers to enjoy camping without anxiety. In addition, camping equipment is available for rent, including tents, tables, chairs, etc., for one-day or several-night campsites. This is also a great place for solo campers and families to enjoy camping together.
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summary
How was it? We introduced two campgrounds on Ishigaki Island, Yonehara Campground and Inoda Auto Campground. Both campgrounds can be enjoyed by beginners and experienced campers alike. Both campgrounds are surrounded by the ocean and are unique to Ishigaki Island, so why don't you try the experience that you can only have here?
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