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Found 12 listings

No. of tent sites:

4

Overseeing Body:

Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation

Dog Policy:

No dogs

Last Update:

26/5/2023
Google Reviews Link:
Address:
Tasman, Nelson, South Island

DESCRIPTION:

This is a walk-in campsite on the Heaphy Track. On fine days following rain, Mt Taranaki can seen in the distance.

Phone(s):

+64 3 546 9339
Website:
Email/Contact Us: nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz

No. of tent sites:

5

Alerts:

None

Access to Campsite:

By foot, mountain bike.
To Book:

Overseeing Body:

Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation

Dog Policy:

No dogs

Last Update:

4/6/2023
Address:
Tasman, Nelson, South Island

DESCRIPTION:

This is a walk-in campsite on the Heaphy Track. It's nestled against beech forest on a limestone outcrop. Explore the numerous caves, nooks and crannies in the area.

Bookings required.

Phone(s):

+64 3 546 9339
Email/Contact Us: nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz

No. of tent sites:

20

Alerts:

Heaphy Track partially closed – through trips not possible except by pre-arranged helicopter transfer | Predator control for Ōpārara and Heaphy Lowland area.

Access to Campsite:

By foot, mountain bike.
To Book:

Overseeing Body:

Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation

Dog Policy:

No dogs.

Last Update:

5/6/2023
Google Reviews Link:
Address:
Tasman, Nelson, South Island

DESCRIPTION:

This is a walk-in campsite on the Heaphy Track.

Phone(s):

+64 3 546 9339
Email/Contact Us: nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz

Overseeing Body:

Department of Conservation

Last Update:

12/04/2023
Address:
Lake Rerewhakaaitu, Rerewhakaaitu, Bay Of Plenty, Central Plateau, North Island

DESCRIPTION:

Camping, picnicking and boating are all popular recreational activities at Lake Rerewhakaaitu. A significant site for wildlife, the lake supports breeding populations of dabchicks, scaup and banded dotterel.

Two Department of Conservation campsites around the lake are at Ash Pit Road Campsite and Brett Road Campsite.

Phone(s):

07 349 7400
Email/Contact Us: rotorua@doc.govt.nz

No. of tent sites:

12

Access to Campsite:

By boat.

Fees:

In the Great Walks season (1 October – 30 April)
Adult (18 years and over): $16 per night
Child (under 17 years): free but booking still required
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May – 30 September)
Adult (18 years and over): $8
Child (under 17 years): free
The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite.

To Book:

Overseeing Body:

Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation

Dog Policy:

No dogs

Last Update:

16/7/2023
Address:
Whanganui, Manawatu, North Island

DESCRIPTION:

This is a boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access.

Bookings are required during October to end of April.

Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region

Phone(s):

+64 6 349 2100
Email/Contact Us: whanganui@doc.govt.nz

No. of tent sites:

17

Alerts:

Alerts Modified Date: 2024-7-20 > Ground based ungulate control - Mangapurua and Kaiwhakauka area > Mangapurua and Kaiwhakauka tracks closed to mountain bikers for winter > Ground based ungulate control - Matemateaonga area > Building work at Ngaporo Campsite

Access to Campsite:

By boat.
To Book:

Overseeing Body:

Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation

Dog Policy:

No dogs.

Last Update:

16/7/2023
Google Reviews Link:
Address:
Whanganui, Manawatu, North Island

DESCRIPTION:

This is a boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access.

In the Great Walks season (1 October – 30 April)
  • Bookings are required
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May – 30 September)
  • Bookings are not required - first come, first served

Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region

Phone(s):

+64 6 349 2100
Email/Contact Us: whanganui@doc.govt.nz

No. of tent sites:

20

Fires Allowed?:

Fires permitted in designated fire places and only if there is no fire ban. Check rules and fire bans before you light.

Alerts:

Alerts Modified Date: 2024-6-3 > Torrent Bay bridge replacement

Access to Campsite:

By boat or foot.

Fees:

1 October – 30 April
New Zealand citizens and those ordinarily resident in New Zealand:

Adult (18+ years): $16 per person, per night
Child (17 years and under): Free but booking still required
International visitors:

Adult (18+ years): $24 per person, per night
Child (17 years and under): $12 person, per night
1 May – 30 September
For all visitors:

Adult (18+ years): $16 person, per night
Child (17 years and under): Free

To Book:

Overseeing Body:

Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation

Dog Policy:

No dogs

Last Update:

26/7/2023
Google Reviews Link:
Address:
Tasman, Nelson, South Island

DESCRIPTION:

Walk-in or boat-in to this beachside campsite on the Waiharakeke to Whariwharangi section of the Abel Tasman Coast Track. There is no drive on access.

Bookings required.

Located in Abel Tasman National Park in the Nelson/Tasman region.

Phone(s):

+64 3 546 9339
Email/Contact Us: nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz

No. of tent sites:

4

Access to Campsite:

Walking.

Fees:

Campsite fees
In the Great Walks season (1 October – 30 April)
New Zealand citizens and those ordinarily resident in New Zealand*:

Adult (18+ years): $16 per person, per night
Child (17 years and under): free but booking still required
International visitors:

Adult (18+ years): $24 per person, per night
Child (17 years and under): $12 per person, per night
Proof of eligibility is required for the New Zealand rate.

To Book:

Overseeing Body:

Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation

Dog Policy:

No Dogs.

Last Update:

27/7/2023
Google Reviews Link:
Address:
Southland, South Island

DESCRIPTION:

This is a basic Great Walk campsite on Stewart Island/Rakiura. It is a short distance from North Arm Hut and is surrounded by forest.

Located in Stewart Island/Rakiura hunting and Rakiura National Park and Stewart Island/Rakiura in the Southland region.

Phone(s):

+64 3 219 0009
Email/Contact Us: stewartisland@doc.govt.nz

No. of tent sites:

12

Access to Campsite:

By boat,

Fees:

Seasonal restrictions

In the Great Walks season (1 October – 30 April)

Bookings are required

Outside the Great Walks season (1 May – 30 September)

Bookings are not required - first come, first served

Fees Link:
To Book:

Overseeing Body:

Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation

Dog Policy:

No dogs.

Last Update:

3/5/2024
Address:
Whanganui, Manawatu, North Island

DESCRIPTION:

This is a boat access only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access.

Seasonal restrictions

In the Great Walks season (1 October – 30 April)

Bookings are required

Outside the Great Walks season (1 May – 30 September)

Bookings are not required - first come, first served

Phone(s):

0800 275 362
Email/Contact Us: whanganui@doc.govt.nz
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