TE IKA-A-MĀUI NORTH ISLAND 08/09
Responsible camping You could get a $00 instant fine by: hh hh hh freedom camping overnight where there is a 'no camping' sign freedom camping overnight where there is a 'self-contained' sign and you are not using an approved NZ Standard selfcontained vehicle depositing waste while freedom camping. DOC Visitor Centre staff can advise where you can freedom camp safely and responsibly in New Zealand and where local camping restrictions apply. New Zealand s Freedom Camping Act 0 means visitors who ignore good camping practices and/or camp in the wrong places can receive an instant fine of $00. For more information on responsible camping, visit www.doc.govt.nz/freedomcamping. Information correct at the time of printing. Current information is available on the DOC website at doc.govt.nz/campsites. Feedback about this brochure is welcomed, please email recreation@doc.govt.nz. Cover: Matata Campground, Bay of Plenty (p ). Photo: David Finn Published by: Department of Conservation Marketing Team, Customer Engagement Unit PO Box 00, Wellington 6 New Zealand November 08 Editing and design: Creative Services, DOC National Office This publication is produced using paper sourced from well-managed, renewable and legally logged forests.
TE IKA-A-MĀUI NORTH ISLAND Arohena, Waikato/King Country (p 0). Photo: DOC Conservation Campsites are places to relax, enjoy and explore the great outdoors. The Department of Conservation (DOC) manages more than 00 campsites throughout New Zealand. Choose from lush forest settings, lakeshores and sandy beaches. This brochure highlights campsites managed by DOC on conservation land. For more information on individual campsites, check out www.doc.govt.nz/campsites. Enjoy camping with DOC! What to expect... At the campsite... Protect our wildlife... Campsite index and North Island map... back cover fold-out Symbol and map key... back cover fold-out Campsite listings Northland... Auckland...0 Coromandel... Waikato/King Country...9 Bay of Plenty... East Coast... Central North Island...9 Hawke s Bay... Manawatu/Whanganui...6 Wairarapa...9 Wellington/Kapiti...
What to expect Fees will vary at some campsites. For prices at individual campsites, go to www.doc.govt.nz/campsites. Serviced campsites* $8* adult; $9 child Serviced campsites have a wide range of facilities and services: flush toilets, tap water, kitchen/cooking bench, hot showers, rubbish collection and road access for all types of vehicles. Laundry facilities, BBQs, fireplaces, cookers and picnic tables may be provided. Scenic campsites* $* adult; $6.0 child These campsites are in high use locations and have a more limited range of facilities and services than Serviced campsites: toilets, water supply (tap, stream or lake) and vehicle or boat access. Wood BBQs and fireplaces, cold showers, picnic tables, a cooking shelter and rubbish bins may be provided. Standard campsites $8* adult; $ child These campsites have toilets, water supply (tap, stream, or lake) and vehicle or boat access. Wood BBQs and fireplaces, cold showers, picnic tables, a cooking shelter and rubbish bins may be provided. Backcountry campsites $6* adult; $ child Backcountry campsites have toilets and a water supply, which may be from a stream. Picnic tables, cooking shelters and fireplaces may be provided. Basic campsites no charge These have very limited facilities so campers need to be fully selfsufficient. Basic toilets and water may be from a tank, stream or lake. * Extra charges apply for powered sites: $ per adult; $.0 per child. Age categories for fees: Adult: Child: Infant: 8+ years 7 years 0 years, no charge. Booking and paying fees Bookings are required for all Serviced campsites and for some Scenic and Standard campsites in peak season (usually October 0 April). Most bookings can be made at www.booking.doc.govt.nz or at a DOC Visitor Centre. Where bookings are not required, pay fees via the selfregistration system at the campsite, or at a Visitor Centre. These campsites operate on a first come, first served basis. Fees are generally charged per person per night, and reflect the level of facilities and services provided. DOC rangers patrol camping areas and will check that fees have been paid.
At the campsite Campsites and dogs Dogs are not permitted at Conservation Campsites unless the dogs permitted or dogs on a leash symbol is present. With most campsites located in or near protected areas it is important to keep your dog under control. Even the most obedient dog has the potential to kill wildlife. Dog owners who take their dogs into dog-prohibited campsites or controlled areas without a permit, or breach the conditions of their permit, are liable to prosecution. Controlling your dog also respects other people s rights to use and enjoy the outdoors. Find places that can take your dog at www.doc.govt.nz/camping. Take your rubbish with you DOC operates a Pack in, Pack out policy at most campsites there are no rubbish or recycling facilities. Campers should plan to take their rubbish away with them. Some campsites may still have limited rubbish collection services. For more information, visit www.doc.govt.nz/campsites. No unauthorised drones An authorisation is required from DOC to use drones on public conservation land or near marine mammals for any reason including private use. To apply, visit www.doc.govt.nz/drones. Fire risk Open fires are no longer permitted at most campsites unless in a DOC-designated fireplace or firepit. Check the rules at your campsite. Protect our wildlife from disease Some of these campsites are in areas where native species are vulnerable to disease. You can prevent disease from spreading by following some simple precautions, including cleaning gear before and after entering these areas. Look for notices at the campsites and local DOC Visitor Centres for details. Didymo is an exotic alga that invades waterways. This microscopic pest can be spread by a single drop of water. Even if you can t see it, you could be spreading it. A large number of Conservation Campsites are near rivers and lakes, so always remember to Check, Clean, Dry all footwear, bicycles, vehicles, fishing equipment and other items before entering, and when moving between, waterways. For more information and cleaning guidelines, go to www.doc.govt.nz/stopthespread.
Kauri dieback is a disease that kills kauri trees. There is no cure and it can be spread through the movement of soil. But kauri trees can be saved. Help stop the spread: Clean all soil off your footwear and other gear, every time you enter or leave a kauri forest, and at every cleaning station. Use disinfectant only after you have removed all the soil. Stay on the track and off kauri roots. A kauri s roots can grow outwards three times as far as its branches. Spread the word within your networks on how to stop kauri dieback. Visit www.kauridieback.co.nz or call 0800 NZ KAURI (0800 69 87). Protect our wildlife and from invasive pests Some special campsites are located on islands free of most of our invasive pest animals and plants. We rely on you to help keep them this way. Inspect and clean your tent and other camping gear thoroughly before leaving home and between locations. Remove any mud (check the pegs and peg bag), sand, plant material, insects or animals such as mice or rats, Argentine ants and plague (rainbow) skinks and don t forget to check inside your tent. It s also important to check your clothing and footwear for weed seeds and soil before and after each trip. If you re taking a boat or kayak, check these too. DOC staff may make biosecurity checks of your footwear and gear when you arrive on an island to ensure your gear is pest free. Tuatara. Photo: Sabine Bernert Report sightings of pests on pest-free islands immediately to the DOC HOTline 0800 6 68.
NORTHLAND Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua Note: Campsites 6 9 are Pack in, Pack out (no rubbish or recycling facilities). See page. Mangataniwha 0 Forest Herekino Forest Raetea Omahuta Forest Forest Puketi Forest Kaitaia 7 6 Warawara Forest Kerikeri Opua Forest Waikino Forest Russell Forest Kaikohe Waipoua Forest Mataraua Forest 8 0 9 Marlborough Forest Kaihu Houto Forest Forest Kaiikanui Forest Pukenui Forest Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve WHANGAREI Whangarei Harbour Marine Reserve Tangihua Forest Dargaville Mangawhai Heads 0 0 km West Coast North Island Marine Mammal Sanctuary Warkworth 6 Urupukapuka is a pest-free island (campsites 7 9). Check your gear and clothing for seeds and pests before you travel see page. Kauri dieback disease is killing trees in Northland. Help prevent the spread see page. Orewa Helensville Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland Visitor Centre AUCKLAND Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland Visitor Centre PP Shed 9, 7 Princes Wharf Auckland PP (09) 79 676 PP aucklandvc@doc.govt.nz Pukekoh Waiuku Tua
NORTHLAND Tapotupotu Relax at New Zealand s northernmost campsite; go surfing or walk the Te Paki Coastal Track. Directions: Camp located at the end of Tapotupotu Rd off Cape Reinga Rd (SH), km south of Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua. Access: Gravel, steep sections. Booking: Not required first come, first served. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -.769 LONGITUDE: 7.76 SCENIC Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) Camp in a picturesque setting, and swim or walk the tracks. Directions: Follow signposts from Waitiki landing, off SH, for 6 km along Te Hapua Rd and then Spirits Bay Rd. Access: 6 km of gravel. Note: Pack your insect repellent. Booking: Not required first come, first served. LATITUDE: -.8 LONGITUDE: 7.867 SCENIC Rarawa 6 Camp among trees behind the white sand beach; go surfing and fishing. Directions: km north of Ngataki along SH turn into Rarawa Beach Rd. Access: km of gravel. Booking: Not required first come, first served. Note: Take care in the water as the beach may be dangerous. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -.7 LONGITUDE: 7.08 SCENIC 6
NORTHLAND Maitai Bay 00+ Camp on the outer Karikari Peninsula in sheltered and private campsites. Directions: km southeast of Kaitaia on SH0, turn into Inland Rd at Karikari Peninsula and follow, then into Matai Bay Rd. Access: km of gravel. Booking: Not required first come, first served. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -.898 LONGITUDE: 7.0807 SCENIC Raetea North Side 0 Camp in one of the last remaining lowland coastal forests. Look for kūkupa/kererū (wood pigeon), short-tailed bats and kākāriki/parakeets. Directions: 8 km southeast of Kaitaia along SH at Mangataiore. Follow the Raetea Reserve sign, and cross the stream ford to the campsite. Access: Gravel. LATITUDE: -.688 LONGITUDE: 7.88 BASIC Puketi Forest. Photo: Laura Honey 6 Puketi Recreation Area 0 Camp close to kauri trees and look out for kiwi and short-tailed bats. An 8-bunk hut is also available. Directions: Turn off SH0 at Pungaere Rd, 600 m north of Waipapa and follow signs to the camp. Access: 7 km of gravel. Information and booking: Phone Paihia i-site on (09) 0 7, book online during peak season or phone the DOC office on (09) 07 000. Note: Fires allowed in the firepits only. LATITUDE: -.67 LONGITUDE: 7.790 STANDARD 7
NORTHLAND Urupukapuka Island Campsites 7 9 are on Urupukapuka, an island of significant historical and cultural importance. A great spot for fishing, swimming and water sports. Directions: Ferries to Otehei Bay leave from Paihia and Russell daily during peak season, water taxis run year round, or arrive by private boat. Information and booking: Phone Paihia i-site on (09) 0 7, book online during peak season or phone the DOC office on (09) 07 000. Access: Boat only. 7 Urupukapuka Bay 60 Directions: From Otehei Bay Wharf, walk for min east along marked Otehei Bay track to the top of the hill from where you can see the campsite. LATITUDE: -.76 LONGITUDE: 7.86 SCENIC 8 Sunset Bay Directions: From Otehei Bay, turn right at the end of the wharf and follow the track towards the southwest end of the island, about 0 min. LATITUDE: -.68 LONGITUDE: 7.6 SCENIC 9 Cable Bay 0 Directions: From Otehei Bay Wharf end, turn right and follow the track towards the southern end of the island, about 0 min. LATITUDE: -.6 LONGITUDE: 7.98 SCENIC 0 Puriri Bay 90 Overlooking the mouth of Whangaruru Harbour, with sheltered waters for swimming and boating. Directions: Turn off SH into Russell Rd, km north of Whangarei. After 0 km (north of Ngaiotonga), turn into Whangaruru North Rd. Access: Sealed. Booking: Essential over summer, ph (09) 660. Note: Vehicle access to campsite closed Easter to Labour Weekend. LATITUDE: -.67 LONGITUDE: 7.60 SCENIC 8
Waikahoa Bay 0 Camp among pōhutukawa trees beside a sandy beach. Look out for rare brown teal/pāteke. Directions: From Whangarei, turn off SH at Whakapara into Russell Rd. Turn right at Helena Bay into Webb Rd. Continue to Mimiwhangata Coastal Park turn off. Access: 9 km narrow, winding gravel road not suitable for campervans and large vehicles. Campsite is a steep min walk from road, with no vehicle access. Access is through a locked gate. Booking: Essential over summer, ph (09) 6. Note: Tent only, walk-in campsite. NORTHLAND LATITUDE: -. LONGITUDE: 7.0 SCENIC Otamure Bay (Whananaki) 0 Camp in a beach-front setting with large pōhutukawa trees for shade. Directions: Go past Hikurangi on SH, turn off at Whananaki North Road and travel 7 km. Campsite is km past Whananaki shop and school. Access: Sealed. Booking: Essential over summer, ph (09) 80. LATITUDE: -.98 LONGITUDE: 7.6 SCENIC Trounson Kauri Park 8 Nestled on the edge of an ancient kauri forest. Shh... can you hear that? It s a kiwi! Directions: Turn off SH at Trounson Park Road, km north of Dargaville. Access: Sealed from south, gravel from north. LATITUDE: -.7 LONGITUDE: 7.69 SERVICED Uretiti 00 Camp behind the sand dunes at Uretiti Beach and explore the nearby Waipu Caves or walk the coastal track at Mangawhai Heads. Directions: Signposted directly off SH, approx km north of Waipu. Access: Sealed. Booking: Essential over summer. Ph (09) 0. Note: Bulk water may be purchased to fill campervan tanks. LATITUDE: -.979 LONGITUDE: 7.998 SCENIC 9
AUCKLAND WHANGAREI Note: Campsites and 9 are Pack in, Pack out (no rubbish or recycling facilities). See page. Mangawhai Heads 6 Cape RodneyOkakari Point Marine Reserve 9 Great Barrier Island (Aotea Island) 7 8 Tāwharanui Marine Reserve Warkworth 6 Orewa Long Bay-Okura Marine Reserve Helensville AUCKLAND Motu Manawa-Pollen Island Marine Reserve Te Matuku Marine Reserve Tāmaki Makaurau/ Auckland Visitor Centre Whitianga West Coast North Island Marine Mammal Sanctuary Thames Pukekohe Waiuku Tuakau Whangamata 0 Paeroa 0 km Ngaruawahia 6 PP Shed 9, 7 Princes Wharf Raglan Waihi Te Aroha Huntly Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland Visitor Centre 7 Auckland 6 Morrinsville 7 HAMILTON Katikati Matamat PP (09) 79 676 PP aucklandvc@doc.govt.nz 9 Cambridge Te Awamutu Otorohanga TOKOROA All of Auckland s campsites are on pest-free islands. Check Te Kuiti your gear and clothing for seeds and pests before you travel see page. 0 0 Putaruru Kauri dieback disease is killing trees in Auckland. Help prevent the spread see page.
AUCKLAND Photo: DOC An island sanctuary for native flora and fauna, the camp is near a Māori historic site and early European settlement. Watch for kiwi. Directions: West coast Motuora Island, 6 km east of Mahurangi Harbour. Access: Boat only and experienced kayakers. Contact Auckland visitor information for water taxi operators. Booking: Required. Note: No wharf, anchorage at Home Bay. LATITUDE: -6.08 LONGITUDE: 7.7898 STANDARD Photo: DOC Home Bay (Motutapu Island) By the beach and near the Reid Homestead built in 90. Check out historic relics, including various WWII military remains. Directions: Hauraki Gulf, east coast of the island. TAURANGA Access: Boat and experienced kayakers only. Contact Auckland visitor information for other Te Puke transport options. Booking: Required. ta 9 u Motuora Island LATITUDE: -6.767 LONGITUDE: 7.9898 Edgecumbe Motuihe Island WHAKATANE Ohope STANDARD Opotiki 8 0 Kawerau beach. Home to Camp near a sandy, sheltered kiwi, kākāriki, saddleback and shoreskink. ROTORUA Directions: Hauraki Gulf, west end of the island. Boat and experienced kayakers only. Contact Auckland visitor information for other transport options. Booking: Required. 0 Access: 8 LATITUDE: -6.806 Murupara LONGITUDE: 7.98 STANDARD TAUPO
AUCKLAND Great Barrier Island (Aotea Island) Photo: Andris Apse Campsites 8 are on Great Barrier Island (Aotea Island), one of the last great wilderness areas of the Auckland region. Directions: From Auckland via passenger and car ferry to Tryphena or Port Fitzroy, private boat to Port Fitzroy, or air travel to Claris or Okiwi. Rental cars available for hire from Tryphena and Claris by arrangement. Access: Narrow gravel roads. Bookings: Required all year round, book early. Book online, or phone (09) 79 676 or email aucklandvc@doc.govt.nz Akapoua Bay 0 In a sheltered bay on the west coast, Port Fitzroy, among pōhutukawa trees with good fishing and kayaking. Directions: West coast, Port Fitzroy. Access: From Auckland via passenger/car ferry or air. Good boat access. Campsite is about km to Port Fitzroy. Booking: Required. LATITUDE: -.769 LONGITUDE: 7.6 SCENIC Whangapoua 7 Partly sheltered campsite on the edge of the estuary and surf beach at Whangapoua, surrounded by a variety of birdlife. Directions: Whangapoua Conservation Area, north coast of the island, near Okiwi, on the Whangapoua estuary. Access: From Auckland via passenger/car ferry or air. Campsite is adjacent to Okiwi Airfield (seasonal service) about km from Port Fitzroy. Booking: Required. Photo: Brian Dobbie LATITUDE: -6. LONGITUDE: 7.8 SCENIC
AUCKLAND 6 Harataonga 60 Beautiful campsite beside a stream under mature trees. Near the beach and Harataonga walkway. Directions: Harataonga Recreation Reserve, east coast via Port Fitzroy Road to Kaitoke. Campsite is about km to Claris. Access: From Auckland via passenger/car ferry or air. Booking: Required. 7 Awana Beach 60 Camp near the beach at Awana Bay; popular for surfing with a powerful surf break. Directions: Awana Recreation Reserve, east coast, Awana. Campsite is about 9 km to Claris. Access: From Auckland via car/ passenger ferry or air. Booking: Required. Photo: Andris Apse LATITUDE: -6.777 LONGITUDE: 7.79 SCENIC LATITUDE: -6.0 LONGITUDE: 7.786 SCENIC 8 Medlands Beach 0 Campsite is at the south end of Medlands Beach with a popular surfing beach and safe swimming in the estuary. Directions: Oruawharo Creek Recreation Reserve, southeast coast, south end of Medlands Beach. Campsite is about 6 km to Claris. Access: From Auckland via passenger/car ferry or air. Booking: Required. LATITUDE: -6.709 LONGITUDE: 7.088 SCENIC 9 The Green A walk-in or boat-in campsite in the sheltered waters of Whangaparapara Harbour. Directions: 0 minute walk from the end of Whangaparapara Road. Campsite is about km to Whangaparapara. Access: From Auckland via passenger/car ferry or air. Booking: Required. LATITUDE: -6.8 LONGITUDE: 7.0067 SCENIC
COROMANDEL Note: All Coromandel campsites are Pack in, Pack out (no rubbish or recycling facilities). See page. Great Barrier Island (Aotea Island) Warkworth Orewa Whanganui A Hei Marine Reserve AUCKLAND Coromandel Forest Park 7 8 6 9 78 6 6 Thames Kauaeranga Visitor Centre Pukekohe Waiuku Whitianga Tuakau 7 6 Paeroa Waihi 7 Te Aroha Huntly Ngaruawahia TAURANGA 7 HAMILTON Katikati Morrinsville 6 Raglan Whangamata Te Puke Matamata 9 Cambridge 0 Te Awamutu Putaruru 0 km Warning: Coromandel ROTORUA weather can change very quickly, with rivers and TOKOROA streams rapidly reaching PP (07) 867 9080 0 Te Kuiti flood levels in heavy or PP kauaerangavc@doc.govt.nz prolonged rainfall. Coastal areas can also be affected. 0 Kauaeranga Visitor Centre PP Kauaeranga Otorohanga Valley Rd Thames 0 Kauri dieback disease is killing trees in Coromandel. Help prevent the spread see page. Due Taumarunui to demand during Christmas/New Year, we TAUPO recommend you book Lake from early to mid-october Taupo for northern Coromandel campsites. Turangi 7 6 8
Fantail Bay 9 Camp beneath pōhutukawa trees in peaceful surroundings. Swimming, fishing, diving nearby. Directions: 0 km north of Coromandel. Take Colville Rd from Coromandel for km to Whangaahei Junction, then turn left and follow Port Jackson Rd for 8 km. Access: Gravel from Colville. Booking: Required December January. COROMANDEL LATITUDE: -6.79 LONGITUDE: 7.86 SCENIC Port Jackson At the northern tip of the peninsula, camp next to the beach with stunning coastal views. Directions: 8 km north of Coromandel. Drive to Fantail Bay (as above) and follow road for 8 km. Access: Gravel from Colville. Booking: Required December January. Photo: Frederick Church, DOC LATITUDE: -6.800 LONGITUDE: 7.80 SCENIC Fletcher Bay 8 This is a beach-front campsite in a farm setting and an ideal location for water sports. Directions: 6 km north of Coromandel. Drive to Port Jackson (as above), but continue 6 km to the end of the road. Access: Gravel from Colville. Booking: Required December January. LATITUDE: -6.76 LONGITUDE: 7.907 SCENIC Stony Bay This is a spacious ( ha) campsite beside the coast with good fishing and diving nearby. Directions: km north of Coromandel. From Coromandel, take the Colville Rd for km to Whangaahei Junction, then turn right into Port Charles Rd to Stony Bay Rd and follow to end. Access: Gravel from Colville. Booking: Required December January. LATITUDE: -6. LONGITUDE: 7.88 SCENIC
COROMANDEL Waikawau Bay Next to a sweeping sandy beach; NZ dotterel and variable oystercatcher breed north of the campsite. Directions: km north of Coromandel. Colville Rd for km to Whangaahei Junction, turn into Port Charles Rd, right into Waikawau Beach Rd and follow to camp. Access: Gravel from Colville. Booking: Required December March. Photo: Herb Christophers LATITUDE: -6.6086 LONGITUDE: 7.70 SCENIC Kauaeranga valley Campsites 6 are beside the river in the Kauaeranga valley, a historical kauri logging area with a choice of walks and swimming. Directions: Follow the Kauaeranga Valley Rd from Thames for km to the Visitor Centre. Access: Sealed road to Visitor Centre. Gravel from there. Booking: Required. Campsites 6 can be booked online and are listed under Kauaeranga Valley camping. Decide on arrival which area to stay in. Note: Pay camp fees at the Kauaeranga Visitor Centre. Water from the tap at Visitor Centre. Treat water from the stream. 6 Kahikatea 8 A powered campsite for certified self-contained campers only no tents. large sites for buses. Directions: 00 m before the Kauaeranga Visitor Centre. Access: Sealed. Booking: Required. Book online or through the Visitor Centre. Arrange key collection at the Visitor Centre. Note: Water from tap at Visitor Centre. LATITUDE: -7. LONGITUDE: 7.68 SCENIC 7 Shag Stream Riverside campsite, an ideal base for exploring the valley. Walk to the replica kauri dam. Directions: 00 m before the Kauaeranga Visitor Centre. Access: Sealed. Note: Open from Labour weekend (October) until 0 April. Campervanners, check that the ground is well compacted before camping. LATITUDE: -7.68 LONGITUDE: 7.60 SCENIC 6
COROMANDEL 8 Hotoritori 0 Mountain biking tracks start at the campsite, adjacent to the river. Directions: km north of the Visitor Centre. LATITUDE: -7.006 LONGITUDE: 7.69 SCENIC 9 Whangaiterenga 60 Camp near confluence of Whangaiterenga Stream and Kauaeranga River. Directions: km north of the Visitor Centre, km north of Hotoritori campsite. Note: Open from Labour weekend (October) until 0 April. LATITUDE: -7.089 LONGITUDE: 7.66 SCENIC 0 Booms Flat Popular and spacious campsite where dogs are allowed. Directions: 6 km north of Visitor Centre. Third campsite on left past the Visitor Centre. Note: Open from Labour weekend (October) until 0 April. LATITUDE: -7.0780 LONGITUDE: 7.60 SCENIC Catleys 0 A pleasant camp beside the river with great views of Table Mountain. Directions: 6. km north of Visitor Centre, first camp on right past the Visitor Centre. Note: Open from Labour weekend (October) until 0 April. LATITUDE: -7.076 LONGITUDE: 7.666 SCENIC Wainora 0 Campsite is at the start of the Cookson Kauri Walk, with attractive water views on the walk. Directions: 7 km north of Visitor Centre, fourth campsite on left past the Visitor Centre. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -7.07 LONGITUDE: 7.6686 SCENIC 7
COROMANDEL Totara Flat 0 Camp either beside the river or higher up beside the road. Directions: 7. km north of Visitor Centre, second campsite on right past the Visitor Centre. LATITUDE: -7.070 LONGITUDE: 7.66 SCENIC Trestle View 0 Camp at the end of the valley, near the Billygoat Track and Webb Creek Track up to the Pinnacles. Directions: 9 km north of Visitor Centre, the last campsite past the Visitor Centre. LATITUDE: -7.06668 LONGITUDE: 7.6678 SCENIC Billygoat Basin 0 This camp is on the popular Billygoat Circuit. Directions: This campsite is a -hour tramp from the Kauaeranga Valley roadend. Booking: Required. Book online or at the Kauaeranga Visitor Centre. LATITUDE: -7.068 LONGITUDE: 7.68706 BACKCOUNTRY 6 Broken Hills Camp beside the Tairua River and explore the old gold mining area, with swimming, canoeing and trout fishing nearby. Directions: Turn off SH at Hikuai, opposite Pauanui turnoff. Follow Puketui Valley Rd to end. Access: Gravel road. LATITUDE: -7.07 LONGITUDE: 7.78 SCENIC 7 Wentworth 60 Once a large gold mining settlement, this is now a popular campsite near the Wentworth Falls. Directions: Off SH, 7 km south of Whangamata turn into Wentworth Valley Rd and follow to the end. Access: km gravel, small stream ford. Booking: Required in peak season, ph (07) 86 70. Prior approval from camp manager required for dogs. LATITUDE: -7.68 LONGITUDE: 7.889 SCENIC 8
Orewa Helensville WAIKATO/ KING COUNTRY Whitianga AUCKLAND Thames Pukekohe Waiuku Whangamata Tuakau 6 Paeroa Waihi 7 Te Aroha Huntly Ngaruawahia West Coast North Island Marine Mammal Sanctuary TAURANGA 7 HAMILTON Morrinsville 6 Raglan Katikati Matamata 9 Cambridge Pirongia Forest Park Te Awamutu Putaruru ROTORUA Otorohanga TOKOROA 0 Te Kuiti Pureora Forest Park 0 Pureora Forest Park TAUPO Lake Taupo Taumarunui Waitara Turangi Lepperton PLYMOUTH Inglewood 0 7 6 Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre 0 km Stratford National Park Visitor Centre Normanby PP Whakapapa Village Hawera SH8, Mount Ruapehu Eltham Tongariro PP (07) 89 79 PP tongarirovc@doc.govt.nz WANGANUI Raetihi Ohakune 9 Waiouru Note: All Waikato/King Country campsites are Taihape Pack in, Pack out (no rubbish or recycling facilities). See page. 9
WAIKATO/KING COUNTRY Arohena 0 On the western shores of Lake Arapuni on the Waikato River, great for fishing and water sports. Directions: From Waipapa Road, turn onto Pukewhau Rd, then Mangare Rd, then Landing Road. Campsite is at the end of Landing Road beside the Waikato River. Access: Last km winding gravel. Cornering tight for large motor homes. Note: Bring your own firewood. Boat launching area but no boat ramp. Dogs with a DOC permit only, email tekuiti@doc.govt.nz. LATITUDE: -8.66 LONGITUDE: 7.6767 STANDARD Ngaherenga 6 Camp beside the towering Pureora Forest. Look for kākā, kākāriki, robins and short-tailed bats in the trees around the campsite. Directions: Barryville/Maraeroa Rds, off SH0, 0 km east of Benneydale adjacent to Pureora Village. Access: Gravel road. LATITUDE: -8.6 LONGITUDE: 7.6 STANDARD Kakaho Camp next to Kakaho Stream. Walk the Rimu Track through thick forest to a stunning viewpoint. Directions: Follow Link Rd from Pureora Village or Kakaho Rd from SH. Access: Gravel road. Note: Dogs with a DOC permit only, email tekuiti@doc.govt.nz. LATITUDE: -8.68 LONGITUDE: 7.777 STANDARD Piropiro 6 At the midpoint of the Timber Trail cycleway, close to the Maramataha suspension bridge. Directions: Off SH, on the Waimiha Mangapehi Rd. Turn east at Waimiha over bridge onto Ongarue Stream Road, turn right onto Kokomiko Road. Access: km on gravel road from Kokomiko Road to campsite. Note: Dogs with a DOC permit only, email tekuiti@doc.govt.nz. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -8.6 LONGITUDE: 7.9 BASIC 0
BAY OF PLENTY Whitianga Thames Kauaeranga Visitor Centre Whangamata 6 Paeroa Tuhua (Mayor Island) Marine Reserve Waihi Te Paepae o Aotea Marine Reserve 7 Te Aroha a Katikati Morrinsville 6 Kaimai Mamaku Conservation 7 Park Matamata TAURANGA Te Puke 9 Cambridge WHAKATANE Edgecumbe Putaruru TOKOROA ROTORUA Whakarewarewa State Forest Park 0 7 8 Opotiki Kawerau 6 0 Ohope 0 Murupara TAUPO Lake Taupo Te Kura Whenua 8 Turangi Kauaeranga Visitor Centre Frasertown 6 Valley Rd PP Kauaeranga Thames 0 PP (07) 867 9080 PP kauaerangavc@doc.govt.nz 9 0 km Kauri dieback disease is killing trees in Bay of Plenty. NAPIER Help prevent the spread see page. HASTINGS Ohakune Wairoa Te Kura Whenua PP 69 WaiouruLake Rd, SH8 Te Urewera 87 80 PP (06) teureweravc@doc.govt.nz P P Taihape 0 Otane Frase
BAY OF PLENTY Dickey Flat Campsite is located beside the Waitawheta River, known for its trout and some great swimming holes downstream. Alcohol banned all year round. Directions: Via Waitawheta Road, Kennedy Road and Dickey Flat Rd. Access: Gravel road. LATITUDE: -7.788 LONGITUDE: 7.77 STANDARD Matata 0 A coastal setting next to the Matata wildlife refuge, with excellent fishing and swimming in a family campsite. Directions: Off Arawa Street in Matata township. Campsite is 00 m across a causeway. Access: Gravel road. Booking: Required. Phone (07) 7 from 8 am 8 pm. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -7.8869 LONGITUDE: 76.7609 STANDARD Lake Okareka Scenic lakeside campsite min from Rotorua; swim or fish in the lake. Directions: Head east out of Rotorua on SH0 towards Whakatane for.7 km. Turn right into Tarawera Rd then turn left into Okareka Loop Rd. At Okareka, turn left into Millar Rd. Turn off to the campsite on the right where the seal ends. Access: Sealed. Note: Not suitable for vehicles longer than 6 m. Photo: Natalie Douglas LATITUDE: -8.60 LONGITUDE: 76.607 SCENIC
Lake Tarawera Outlet (Te Tapahoro) 0 Camp alongside the lake in a large and attractive campsite where trout fishing and water sports are popular. Access: From Kawerau township (off SH 0) via private forestry roads - permits required. Forest gate closed at night; forest road may close when fire risk is high in summer. Note: For vehicle permits, email info@maoriinvestments.co.nz or contact the Kawerau i-site: ph (07) 600 or email infocentre@kaweraudc.govt.nz. BAY OF PLENTY LATITUDE: -8.80 LONGITUDE: 76.0 SCENIC Hot Water Beach 0 Camp in scenic surroundings and relax in the natural hot springs in Te Rata Bay. Directions: Te Rata Bay, southern shores of Lake Tarawera, near the Waimangu Volcanic Valley. Access: By boat (water taxis are available) or walk in via the Tarawera Trail. Bookings: Essential. Phone manager (07) 9 6 or visit www.whakarewarewa.com. Note: Extremely popular during the summer months. LATITUDE: -8.0 LONGITUDE: 76.7 SCENIC 6 Rerewhakaaitu Brett Rd Camp on the shores of Lake Rerewhakaaitu; good fishing, swimming and walking nearby. Directions: Off SH8, turn into Rerewhakaaitu Rd and follow for.7 km. Turn into Brett Rd, Awaatua Bay and follow. km to campsite. Access: Sealed. LATITUDE: -8.997 LONGITUDE: 76.8 STANDARD 7 Rerewhakaaitu Ash Pit Rd 0 Camp on the shores of Lake Rerewhakaaitu; take binoculars for watching water birds. Directions: Off SH8, turn into Rerewhakaaitu Rd and follow for.7 km. Turn left into Brett Rd and follow to end. Turn right into Ash Pit Rd and follow to camp entrance. Access: Sealed. LATITUDE: -8.778 LONGITUDE: 76.07 STANDARD
EAST COAST Note: Campsite is Pack in, Pack out (no rubbish or recycling facilities). See page. WHAKATANE Edgecumbe Ohope 0 Ohope Opotiki 0 9 0 Raukumara Conservation Park WHAKATANE Kawerau Edgecumbe Opotiki 6 8 Kawerau 8 Murupara TE UREWERA 6 7 Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tane Conservation Park Te Kura Whenua 6 6 60 Te Tapuwae o Rongokako Marine Reserve GISBORNE 9 8 Frasertown Wairoa Murupara TE UREWERA 8 NAPIER Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tane Conservation Park HASTINGS Te Kura Whenua 7 6 Otane Waipawa 8 Waipukurau SH 0 Te Kura Whenua 8 e nl arge m e n t 0 km SH8 PP 69 Lake Rd,Frasertown Te Urewera PP (06) 87 80 Wairoa PPteureweravc@doc.govt.nz
EAST COAST Sanctuary A small camp next to the Minginui Stream, walk through podocarp forest. Directions: From Minginui Rd turn into Sanctuary Rd and follow to the end. Access: Gravel from Minginui. Note: No dogs as this is a kiwi area. LATITUDE: -8.66 LONGITUDE: 76.777 BASIC Mid Okahu Camp on grass terraces adjacent to Okahu Stream. Good picnicking and walking in the forest. Directions: Follow Ruatahuna Rd (formerly SH8) from Murupara and turn into Okahu Rd at Ngaputahi. Access: Gravel from Te Whaiti. WD recommended. LATITUDE: -8.6090 LONGITUDE: 76.8976 BASIC Te Urewera Photo: Dave Finn Te Urewera is the spiritual home of Ngāi Tūhoe, it expresses and gives meaning to Tūhoe culture, language, customs and identity. Te Urewera National Park status is now removed by Te Urewera Act 0. The Deed of Settlement with the Government in 0 redressed Tūhoe historical Treaty of Waitangi claims and saw kaitiakitanga (guardianship) of Te Urewera return to Tūhoe. Today Te Urewera is managed by Tūhoe in partnership with the Crown. The Te Urewera Act also recognises that Te Urewera has its own identity, in and of itself, inspiring people to commit to its care. Te Urewera Board welcomes manuhiri (visitors), and advises the following campsites are available for use within Te Urewera. Orangihikoia 0 Camp in a remote setting and go hunting, walking or fishing. Directions: Next to Waikaremoana Rd (formerly SH8) between Te Whaiti and north of Lake Waikaremoana. Access: Gravel, narrow and winding. LATITUDE: -8.66800 LONGITUDE: 77.0067 BASIC
EAST COAST Te Taita O Makoro 0 Camp by a stream, hunt, walk or relax. Directions: Next to Waikaremoana Rd (formerly SH8), km north of Lake Waikaremoana. Access: Gravel, narrow and winding. LATITUDE: -8.68 LONGITUDE: 77.06 BASIC Mokau Landing 0 Large grassy site between native rainforest and the lake,. km from Mokau Falls Directions: Drive west around the lake for approx 0 km from SH8 at Aniwaniwa. Access: Gravel, narrow and winding. Photo: Brian Dobbie LATITUDE: -8.796 LONGITUDE: 77.0897 STANDARD 6 Waikaremoana Holiday Park 6 Camp next to the lake with beautiful views, visit the 000-year-old rātā tree and Te Kura Whenua. Chalets and cabins available. Directions: Lake Waikaremoana, adjacent to SH8, in Opourau Bay. Approx hour (7 km) from Wairoa on SH8, some narrow and gravel sections. From Rotorua, after Murupara approx hr drive on scenic winding gravel roads, with spectacular views. Booking: Required; ph (06) 87 86 or visit www.waikaremoana.info. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -8.7 LONGITUDE: 77.9 SERVICED 6
7 Rosie Bay 6 Camp at the lakeshore in a secluded bay with stunning views. This is a popular campsite and a good base for lake activities. Directions: Lake Waikaremoana, SH8, 0 km south of Te Urewera Visitor Centre. Access: Gravel, sections narrow and winding. LATITUDE: -8.7860 LONGITUDE: 77.06 BASIC 8 Te Pakau (Eight Acre) 60 Once a dairy farm, this campsite is near the Waimana River. There are numerous walks into the spectacular forest nearby. Directions: Follow Bell Rd off SH near Waimana and then onto Matahi Valley Rd. Campsite is 7 km from SH. Access: Gravel from Taneatua. EAST COAST LATITUDE: -8.6 LONGITUDE: 77.078 BASIC 9 Omahuru (Ogilvies) 0 Camp, swim, fish or relax beside the river in the Waimana valley. Take binoculars for birdwatching. Directions: 8 km from SH, south of Opotiki and approx km south of Wairata, Waioeka Gorge. Access: Gravel road. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -8.69 LONGITUDE: 77. STANDARD 0 Manganuku 0 Camp beside one of the few remaining historical Howe truss bridges; good river fishing. Directions: Beside SH, south of Opotiki and approx km south of Wairata, Waioeka Gorge. Access: Sealed. Photo: Roy and Bernice Vannini LATITUDE: -8.907 LONGITUDE: 77.8 STANDARD 7
EAST COAST Boulders 6 Next to the Te Waiti Stream, surrounded by nīkau and tawa forest; popular for picnicking. Directions: South of Opotiki take Otara Rd and turn into Te Waiti Rd for km. Access: Narrow gravel road with a low ford to cross. The track down to the campsite is steep and rough; if unsure park on the road instead. LATITUDE: -8.9 LONGITUDE: 77.906 BASIC Whitikau 6 A remote campsite at Whitikau entrance to Raukumara Conservation Park. Walk, tramp, fly fish, swim, mountain bike or hunt here. Directions: Takaputahi Rd, off old Motu Road, between Opotiki and Motu at the junction of the Whitikau Stream and Takaputahi River. Access: Small campervans only; gravel road for hr. Photo: Neil Hutton LATITUDE: -8.7 LONGITUDE: 77.898 BASIC Anaura Bay 7 Camp next to a beautiful beach alongside a stream, surrounded by forest and coastal bush. Directions: SH, 8 km north of Gisborne, between Tolaga Bay and Tokomaru Bay. Access: Sealed road. Note: Open from Labour weekend (October) to Easter. Toilets NOT provided (bring your own chemical toilet). Dump station available Dec Feb. Fees can be paid at the Gisborne DOC Office or by bank deposit. Eftpos is available in peak holiday periods when camp warden is present. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -8.0 LONGITUDE: 78.08 STANDARD 8
N Putaruru Otorohanga 0 ROTORUA CENTRAL NORTH ISLAND TOKOROA 0 Te Kuiti 0 8 TAUPO Lake Taupo Taumarunui 9 0 Turangi 7 6 6 Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK 7 8 Kaimanawa Forest Park Ohakune Raetihi 9 Waiouru Taihape 0 WANGANUI Otane Waipawa Waipukurau Marton Note: At campsites 8, dogs are allowed with a Bulls DOC permit only, email: Feilding turangi@doc.govt.nz Dannevirke Ashhurst Woodville Tongariro National Park 6 PALMERSTON NORTH Visitor Centre Foxton Beach Foxton 7 PP Whakapapa Village,SH8 Mount Ruapehu Shannon 0 0 km Pahiatua Note: Most Central North Island campsites are Pack in, Pack out (no rubbish or recycling facilities). See page. LEVIN PP (07) 89 79 PP tongarirovc@doc.govt.nz Eketahuna Otaki Tongariro Alpine Crossing There is restricted parking at the road ends. Plan ahead Carterton Greytown and book a shuttle, phone Featherston Whakapapa i-site (07) 89 07. LOWER HUTT www.doc.govt.nz/tongariro Martinborough Warning: Make sure you re well prepared as alpine weather changes quickly. Check in at the Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre before heading out into the alpine environment. MASTERTON 9
CENTRAL NORTH ISLAND Te Iringa This site is at the start of the Te Iringa Track, which is popular for hunting, tramping and biking. Directions: 7 km east of Taupo, turn right off SH into Taharua Rd and follow for 9. km, then turn right into Clements Mill Rd and follow for km. Access: Gravel road. Note: No water, bring your own water supply. LATITUDE: -8.978 LONGITUDE: 76.08 BASIC Clements Clearing 0 Large campsite; a good place to base yourself to explore the Kaimanawa Forest Park. Directions: 7 km east of Taupo, turn right off SH into Taharua Rd and follow for 9. km, then turn right into Clements Mill Rd and follow for 9 km. Access: Gravel road. LATITUDE: -8.97 LONGITUDE: 76.89 BASIC Kakapo Campsite is near tall forest, scrubland and tussock grasses. Directions: 7 km east of Taupo, turn right off SH into Taharua Rd and follow for 9. km, then turn right into Clements Mill Rd and follow for 0 km. Access: Gravel road. LATITUDE: -8.998 LONGITUDE: 76.77 BASIC Army Road Camp in an area of diverse terrain; activities include hunting, hiking, fishing and rafting. Directions: 7 km east of Taupo, turn right off SH into Taharua Rd and follow for 9. km, then turn right into Clements Mill Rd and follow for. km. Access: Gravel road. LATITUDE: -8.96796 LONGITUDE: 76.8 BASIC Clements Road End This site is at the start of the Hinemaiaia Track. Directions: 7 km east of Taupo, turn right off SH into Taharua Rd and follow for 9. km, then turn right into Clements Mill Rd and follow km to road end. Access: Gravel road. LATITUDE: -8.9889 LONGITUDE: 76.78 BASIC 0
CENTRAL NORTH ISLAND 6 Waikoko 0 Camp in a large sunny clearing above the river. Shelter with fireplace is available. Directions: km south of Turangi on SH, turn left onto Kaimanawa Rd. After. km turn left, then left again over the bridge. 7 Kaimanawa Road 0 A rustic campsite set high above the road. Directions: km south of Turangi on SH, turn off onto Kaimanawa Rd. After. km turn right up the hill and take the first left. Access: Gravel road. Note: No water, bring your own water supply. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -9.70 LONGITUDE: 7.800 BASIC LATITUDE: -9.7 LONGITUDE: 7.867 BASIC 8 Urchin 0 A quiet and remote campsite. Mountain bike the Tree Trunk Gorge or the Pillars of Hercules to Desert Road tracks. Directions: km south of Turangi on SH, turn off on to Kaimanawa Rd, after. km turn right and follow signs. Access: Gravel road. Note: Water is from 0 m down the Tree Trunk Gorge Track. LATITUDE: -9.8 LONGITUDE: 7.806 BASIC 9 Pokaka Mill 0 A basic campsite in the Tongariro Forest Conservation Area. Directions: Off SH7 at the end of Pukehinau Rd. Access: Rough gravel road, WD recommended. Note: No water, bring your own water supply. Dogs with DOC permit only, email tongarirovc@doc.govt.nz. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -9.098 LONGITUDE: 7.0998 BASIC
CENTRAL NORTH ISLAND 0 Mangahuia A peaceful campsite beside the Mangahuia Stream on the edge of Tongariro National Park. Directions: Off SH7, 6 km east of National Park village. Access: Gravel road. LATITUDE: -9.800 LONGITUDE: 7.6979 SCENIC Whakapapa Holiday Park Camp in a large sunny clearing above the river. Photo: Whakapapa Holiday Park Directions: Drive south on SH8, past Chateau Tongariro. Look for the sign on the right, just past the Visitor Centre. Access: Sealed. Booking: Required. Book online at www.whakapapa.net.nz or phone (07) 89 897 from 8 am to 6 pm. Note: Fire permitted in the shelter with fireplace only. Do not cut/ break live vegetation for firewood. LATITUDE: -9.00 LONGITUDE: 7.00 SERVICED Mangawhero Camp in the forest on the flanks of Mt Ruapehu; a good base for exploring the park. Directions: Ohakune Mountain Rd, km from Ohakune. Access: Some gravel. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -9.968 LONGITUDE: 7.079 SCENIC
TOKOROA 0 HAWKE S BAY 8 Murupara TAUPO Lake Taupo 8 Turangi Frasertown 6 Kaweka Forest Park 7 Wairoa 6 Waiouru NAPIER HASTINGS Taihape 0 Ruahine Forest Park 8 ilding Otane Waipawa Waipukurau Dannevirke Te Angiangi Marine Reserve Ashhurst Woodville RSTON TH Pahiatua 0 0 km Eketahuna MASTERTON ton ough Note: All Hawke s Bay campsites are Pack in, Pack out (no rubbish or recycling facilities). See page. Napier i-site PP 00 Marine Parade, Napier PP (0800) 8 7 88 (06) 8 9 PP info@napiernz.com
HAWKE S BAY Everetts 0 Camp in a big grassy area beside the Mohaka River. Fish, swim, canoe or try white water rafting. Directions: From SH turn into Waitara Rd,. km south of the Mohaka River bridge. Follow for 6 km then turn into Aurora Rd and travel km to sign. Access: km of gravel road. Stream ford and steep road, suitable for WD vehicles only. No campervans. Subject to slips check www.doc.govt.nz for alerts. LATITUDE: -9.089 LONGITUDE: 76.7098 BASIC Waitara/Glenfalls 0 Fish, swim, canoe or raft in the river. Directions: From SH turn into Waitara Rd (sealed),. km south of the Mohaka River bridge. Follow for 8 km. Access: Gravel road at campsite. LATITUDE: -9. LONGITUDE: 76.67 BASIC Mangatutu Hot Springs Relax at the nearby thermal springs or go tramping, fishing, hunting, swimming or rafting. Directions: From Napier, take Puketitiri Rd then Pakatutu Rd for 9 km. Turn into Makahu Rd and follow to road end. Access: Gravel road. Stream ford (caution required) on Makahu Rd, 7. km from road end. No caravans or campervans. LATITUDE: -9.89 LONGITUDE: 76.897 BASIC Waikare River Mouth 0 Beside the Waikare River, a 0 minute walk to the beach for swimming, fishing and boating. Directions: From SH at Putorino, turn into Waikare Rd and travel km to road end. Access: Gravel road. Photo: Shellie Evans LATITUDE: -9.667 LONGITUDE: 77.080 BASIC
HAWKE S BAY Lake Tūtira 0 Camp by the lake and walk to Table Mountain Trig for views from the inland ranges to the coast. Directions: Off SH at Tutira, 0 min north of Napier. Access: Sealed. Note: The lake may be subject to toxic algal blooms. 6 Lawrence Access day and overnight walks from this site; fish, hunt, or canoe the Tutaekuri River. Directions: From the Taihape Road turn into Lawrence Rd near Kuripapango and travel 7 km to road end. Access: Gravel road, no campervans. Last 00 m only suitable for WD. Note: Logging trucks on road take great care. Photo: Shellie Evans LATITUDE: -9.9 LONGITUDE: 76.8977 STANDARD LATITUDE: -9.7 LONGITUDE: 76.7 BASIC 7 Kuripapango 0 Camp at the edge of the park and raft down the Ngaruroro River or have a go at fishing. Directions: On the Taihape Road at Kuripapango. Access: km gravel road off main road towards river. LATITUDE: -9.88 LONGITUDE: 76.06 BASIC 8 Tamaki West 0 Camp in a clearing near Tamaki West River. Day and multi-day walks accessible from here. Directions: From SH south of Dannevirke, turn into Laws Rd, right into Top Grass Rd, then left into Tamaki West Rd and follow to end. Access: 00 m walk from road end. Note: There is a creek crossing that may become impassable after heavy rain. Photo: Shellie Evans LATITUDE: -0.06 LONGITUDE: 76.090 BASIC
RO Otorohanga TOKOROA MANAWATU/ WHANGANUI Te Kuiti 0 Taumarunui Lake Taupo Waitara Turangi Lepperton NEW PLYMOUTH 7 Eltham Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre WHANGANUI NATIONAL PARK Ohakune Raetihi 6 Inglewood Egmont National Park Visitor Centre Dawson Falls Visitor Centre Stratford NT AL K 9 Waiouru Normanby Hawera Taihape WHANGANUI Marton Ruahin Fores Park Bulls Note: All Manawatu/ Whanganui campsites are Pack in, Pack out (no rubbish or recycling facilities). See page. Feilding D Ashhurst Woodville Foxton 6 PALMERSTON Beach NORTH Foxton 7 Pahiatua Shannon Taranaki / Egmont National Park LEVIN Visitor Centre PP 879 Egmont Rd Otaki Egmont National Park New Plymouth PP (06) 76 0990 PP egmontvc@doc.govt.nz Eketahuna 0 MASTERTON Tongariro National Park Visitor CentreCarterton Greytown Dawson Falls Visitor Centre PP Whakapapa Village SH8, Mount Ruapehu PP Manaia Rd, Kaponga LOWERFeatherston HUTT PP (07) 08 WELLINGTON PP egmontvc@doc.govt.nz 6 79 PP (07) 89Martinborough PP tongarirovc@doc.govt.nz 0 km
MANAWATU/WHANGANUI Ohinepane 6 Camp in a remote setting one of four road access points to the Whanganui Journey. Look and listen for kererū, tūī and fantails. Directions: Whanganui River Road, on SH, km southwest from Taumarunui. Access: Road or by river. Take care when turning into the reserve. A large vehicle turning area is located km west of the entrance. Booking: Only required if staying as part of the Whanganui Journey Great Walk (book online). Photo: Peter Lock LATITUDE: -8.9 LONGITUDE: 7.68 STANDARD Whakahoro 6 A large, flat grassy site beside the river; a good starting point or mid-point stop on the Whanganui Journey. Directions: km west of Owhango, off SH at the end of Oio Road. Access: Road or by river. Booking: Only required if staying as part of the Whanganui Journey Great Walk (book online). Photo: Daniel Deans LATITUDE: -9.09 LONGITUDE: 7.07087 STANDARD 7
MANAWATU/WHANGANUI Whanganui Journey Whanganui National Park Photo: Janette Asche Book online at greatwalks.co.nz Simpsons Domain 0 A very basic campsite set in a spectacular forest just mins off State Highway. Directions: From SH, just north of Hunterville turn west into Murimoto Road. Continue down Murimoto Road until you reach the domain. Access: Short gravel road. Note: No water provided, bring your own. LATITUDE: -9.900 LONGITUDE: 7.97 BASIC Piripiri The campsite is in a small clearing next to the Pohangina River, with good trout fishing and hunting upstream of the campsite. Directions: From Ashhurst, drive north along Cambridge Ave/Pohangina Road, then right into Pohangina Valley East Road. Follow for approx km. Camp is just past the Takapari Road turnoff by the Piripiri Bridge. Access: Access for campervans only in dry weather. Sealed road. Short, steep access track may be slippery when wet. Notes: Keep dogs on a leash at all times. LATITUDE: -0.0 LONGITUDE: 7.97 BASIC Pohangina Base Campsite overlooks the Pohangina River to the west of the Ruahine Forest Park. Directions: From Ashhurst, drive north along Cambridge Ave/Pohangina Road, then right into Pohangina Valley East Road. Follow for approx km. Camp is approx km past the Takapari Road turnoff. Access: Sealed, then mown grass. Note: Campsites must be booked online or through the Wellington Visitor Centre (0) 8 7770. LATITUDE: -0.07 LONGITUDE: 7.967 STANDARD 8
Inglewood WAIRARAPA Stratford Eltham Ohakune Raetihi 9 Normanby Waiouru Hawera Taihape WHANGANUI Marton Bulls Feilding Dannevirke Ashhurst Woodville 6 PALMERSTON Foxton Beach NORTH Foxton Pahiatua 7 Shannon LEVIN Eketahuna Tararua Forest Park Otaki MASTERTON Carterton LOWER HUTT WELLINGTON Pōneke/ Wellington Visitor Centre Greytown Featherston Remutaka Forest Park Martinborough 6 Aorangi Forest Park Pōneke/Wellington Visitor Centre PPConservation House 8 Manners Street Wellington PP(0) 8 7770 PPwellingtonvc@doc.govt.nz 0 0 km 9
WAIRARAPA Kiriwhakapapa 0 This is a lovely family campsite beside a creek, with an old logging and exotic (redwood) forestry trial area nearby. Directions: Turn off SH km north of Masterton onto Kiriwhakapapa Rd, and follow 7 km to road end. Access: km of gravel road. LATITUDE: -0.80798 LONGITUDE: 7.6 STANDARD Holdsworth 0 Spacious campsite on the eastern edge of the Tararua Forest Park. Holdsworth Lodge (sleeps 8) also available. Directions: km south of Masterton, turn off SH at signpost to Mt Holdsworth, Norfolk Rd. Follow to Mount Holdsworth Rd. Campsite is km from the SH turnoff. Access: Sealed. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -0.90666 LONGITUDE: 7.806 STANDARD Waiohine Gorge 0 This secluded campsite is at the head of two spectacular gorges above the Waiohine River; popular for rafting, canoeing and outdoor ed. Directions: From Carterton turn off SH onto Dalefield Rd, Jervois Rd, Moffats Rd. Turn onto Waiohine Gorge Rd and follow to end, approx. km from SH. Access: Gravel road for final 9 km, two stream fords. LATITUDE: -0.9960 LONGITUDE: 7.907 STANDARD 0
Bucks Road Picturesque campsite above the Tauherenikau River. Walk the Tauherenikau Gorge track or cool off with a swim in the river. Directions: minutes from Featherston, via Wakefield St, Underhill Rd then Bucks Rd to the end. Access: km of gravel with steep sections. Note: The site can get extremely windy. WAIRARAPA LATITUDE: -.06 LONGITUDE: 7. BASIC Corner Creek Just a min walk from Palliser Bay; go fishing, surfing, walking, hunting and mountain biking. Directions: 8 km south of Featherston, along Western Lake Rd to Wharekauhau Rd. Access: Gravel road last km, two stream fords. Accessible only from the eastern side of the Remutaka range. Photo: Craig Harrison LATITUDE: -.76 LONGITUDE: 7.088 STANDARD 6 Putangirua Pinnacles 0 Sited beside the Putangirua Stream; walk to the impressive Putangirua Pinnacles or drive to the seal colony near Cape Palliser. Directions: 8 km south of Martinborough, via Lake Ferry Road, then turn into Cape Palliser Road and follow this for km. Access: Sealed. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -.0 LONGITUDE: 7.0 STANDARD
Eltham Ohakune Raetihi 9 Waiouru Normanby WELLINGTON/ KAPITI Hawera Taihape WHANGANUI Marton Note: Campsite, and are Pack in, Pack out (no rubbish or recycling facilities). See page. Bulls Feilding Ashhurst Woodville 6 PALMERSTON Foxton Beach Foxton NORTH Pahiatua 7 Shannon Otaki Kapiti Marine Reserve Eketahuna Tararua Forest Park LEVIN MASTERTON Carterton WELLINGTON Greytown Featherston LOWER HUTT Pōneke/Wellington Visitor Centre Martinborough Remutaka Forest Park Taputeranga Marine Reserve 0 0 km Pōneke/Wellington Visitor Centre PPConservation House 8 Manners Street Wellington PP(0) 8 7770 PPwellingtonvc@doc.govt.nz Matiu/Somes is a pest-free island (campsite 99). Check your gear and clothing for seeds and pests before you travel see page.
e WELLINGTON/KAPITI Waikawa NAPIER HASTINGS Watch for fantails, tūī and bellbirds. Short walks, day trips and tramps nearby. 0 Directions: Turn east into North Manakau Rd, 9 km north of Otaki on SH. Access: Gravel road. Otane LATITUDE: -0.7079 Waipawa LONGITUDE: 7.68 BASIC Waipukurau Otaki Forks 0 Open river terraces and regenerating bush surround the campsite, reflecting the farming and sawmilling history of the area. Dannevirke Directions: km south of Otaki, turn into Otaki Gorge Rd. Campsite is 9 km east of Otaki township. Access: Gravel and narrow, with one stream ford. Note: Campsite ranger on site over summer. LATITUDE: -0.887 LONGITUDE: 7.6 STANDARD Photo: Matt Barnett Matiu/Somes Island Visit this historic predator-free island, and camp among the remnants of the quarantine station and wartime internment camp. Access: Ferry from Wellington or Days Bay. Also by kayak or private vessel. There are strict landing and mooring requirements on the island; please check with the Visitor Centre before you go. Bookings: Required; book online or at the Wellington Visitor Centre, ph (0) 8 7770. Note: Campers must meet biosecurity requirements. The island can be closed because of extreme fire risk in summer. LATITUDE: -.78 LONGITUDE: 7.867 SCENIC
WELLINGTON/KAPITI Catchpool valley 0 Camp beside Catchpool Stream close to walks in the Orongorongo valley. Directions: South of Wainuiomata follow the Coast Rd for 0 km and turn into the main Remutaka Forest Park entrance. The campsite is clearly signposted. km past the park entrance. Access: Short section of gravel road and stream ford. Note: Gates open in summer from 6 am 8 pm and in winter from 6 am 6 pm. A -hr emergency phone is at the Catchpool Education/Conference Centre. Campground warden on site. Photo: DOC LATITUDE: -.9 LONGITUDE: 7.909 SCENIC Graces Stream 0 Camp beside Graces Stream, close to walks in the Orongorongo valley. Directions: South of Wainuiomata follow the Coast Rd for 0 km to the main Remutaka Forest Park entrance. Drive. km to the top car park (800 m past the Catchpool car park). Access: Stream ford. Campsite is a -min walk from the top car park along the Five Mile Track. Note: Gates open in summer from 6 am 8 pm and in winter from 6 am 6 pm. A -hr emergency phone is at the Catchpool Education/ Conference Centre. Photo: Pete Blaxter LATITUDE: -. LONGITUDE: 7.96 BACKCOUNTRY