Kiripapango (Ox Bow) Campsite
No. of tent sites:
50Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not allowed at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Access to Campsite:
By Vehicle.Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
Dogs with a DOC permit for recreational hunting or management purposes only. Other pets on conservation land rules.Last Update:
2/4/2025DESCRIPTION:
Ideally placed for a midway stopover, about 60 km inland from Napier on
the Napier-Taihape road, is a newly opened DOC campsite. Just north of
Kiripapango, at the edge of the Forest Park, you can camp on a rambling site
on terraces above the Ngaruroro River. Camp across several grassy levels
in a bush-clad, steep-sided valley. Around 10 gravel hardstands are provided
on the upper terraces for campervans (no power), whilst on the lower levels
there are many great spots for tents amongst the bush and scrub. New ecotoilets are scattered about the camp and there is a bit of a steep walk down to the river for your water supply! A popular spot for river rafting and fishing.
Free to camp at this campsite.
Phone(s):
06 834 3111No. of tent sites:
50Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not allowed at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
