Urchin Campsite
No. of tent sites:
10Fires Allowed?:
Fires permitted in designated fire places and only if there is no fire ban.
Toilet Facilities:
Non flush toilets
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation (NZ)Dog Policy:
Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact the closest DOC office to get a permit.Last Update:
25/3/2025
Address:
Central Plateau, North Island
DESCRIPTION:
This popular site makes a good base for hunting, tramping, walking and mountain biking with a variety of tracks close by.
Bookings not required - first come, first served. Free to camp.
There is no water at this campsite. Bring your own, or get water 150 m from the campsite down the Tree Trunk Gorge Track.
No horses are allowed at this campsite.
Categories:
Basic DOC campsite
DOC Campsites and Resources
Phone(s):
0800 275 362
Website:
View the DOC website
Email/Contact Us:
turangi@doc.govt.nz
No. of tent sites:
10Fires Allowed?:
Fires permitted in designated fire places and only if there is no fire ban.
Toilet Facilities:
Non flush toilets
