North Island
DESCRIPTION:
About 6 km south of Waiouru, turn west off SHwy 1 towards Rangiwaea
Junction. About 20 minutes drive along this road you’ll fnd the established
gardens at Wakarua Farm. Visit here in the spring for the beauty of the
gardens, but don’t expect a full-on holiday camp. Limited provision has been
made for mobile homes with 5 powered sites (tents are also welcome). There
is a toilet and shower attached to the farmhouse but no kitchen facilities. For
further information, contact the owner Cynthia Collier. All sites $7 per person.
Phone(s):
06 3880242DESCRIPTION:
Close to the Turangi shopping precinct, this large complex has expansive parklike grounds, sweeping roads and log-style buildings.
The basic kitchen and dining area has essential equipment and BBQ tables
for dining, while outside there is more room for eating. Tenters can camp
close to the kitchen and toilets, and there are hardstands for motorhomes and
campervans. There is a spa/sauna available, Sky TV and internet on enquiry, as
well as a coin operated laundry, drying rooms and a dump station for guests
only. All sites $15 per person.
Phone(s):
07 386 7492
No. of tent sites:
6Access to Campsite:
By campervan, car or caravanOverseeing Body:
Department of ConservationDog Policy:
Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact the relevant DOC office to obtain a permit.Last Update:
27/05/2023DESCRIPTION:
Camp in an area of diverse terrain; activities include hunting, walking/tramping, fishing and rafting.
Bookings not required - first come, first served
Phone(s):
+64 7 384 7106No. of tent sites:
6Fires Allowed?:
Fires permitted in designated fire places and only if there is no fire ban. Check rules and fire bans before you light.
Alerts:
None
Access to Campsite:
By campervan, car, caravan,Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact the relevant DOC Office for to obtain a permt.Last Update:
22/6/2023DESCRIPTION:
This camp is in an area of diverse terrain; activities include hunting, walking/tramping, fishing and rafting.
Phone(s):
+64 7 384 7106No. of tent sites:
10Fires Allowed?:
Fires permitted in designated fire places and only if there is no fire ban. Check rules and fire bans before you light.
Access to Campsite:
By campervan, car, caravan.Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
Dogs with a DOC permit only.Last Update:
26/6/2023DESCRIPTION:
A basic campsite in the Kaimanawa Forest Park. Many forest walks start nearby.
Bookings not required - first come, first served. Free to camp.
Phone(s):
+64 7 384 7106No. of tent sites:
4Fires Allowed?:
Fires permitted in designated fire places and only if there is no fire ban. Check rules and fire bans before you light.
Alerts:
None
Access to Campsite:
By campervan, car and/or caravan.Fees:
Free!!
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact the relevant DOC office to obtain a permit.Last Update:
4/7/2023DESCRIPTION:
A basic but large campsite in the Tūrangi/Taupō area. A good place to base yourself to explore the area.
This campsite is at the start of the Hinemaiaia Track.
Phone(s):
+64 7 384 7106Lake Ōkāreka Campsite
No. of tent sites:
12Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2023-11-25 > Lake Okareka Campsite closure
Access to Campsite:
By boat, campervan or car.Fees:
Payment with a DOC Campsite Pass is preferred. Otherwise, pay your fees with cash at the self-registration stand at the campsite or to the camp warden if present. Put the correct fee in the envelope provided and place the receipt section of the envelope on your vehicle or tent.
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Overseeing Body:
Details of this camp are courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogs. sorry.Last Update:
11/07/2023DESCRIPTION:
Located in Lake Ōkāreka Scenic Reserve in the Bay of Plenty region.
This lakeside campsite is only 15 minutes from Rotorua. You can swim or fish in the lake.
Bookings not required - first come, first served.
Phone(s):
07 349 7400No. of tent sites:
30Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Alerts:
None
Access to Campsite:
By boat, foot,Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogsLast Update:
11/7/2023DESCRIPTION:
Relax in the natural hot springs in Te Rātā Bay. Enjoy water sports or explore the tracks in other areas around Lake Tarawera.
Phone(s):
+64 7 362 8080Lake Tarawera Outlet (Te Tapahoro) Campsite
No. of tent sites:
50Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Access to Campsite:
By boat, foot.Fees:
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Bookings
For stays between 1 July 2023 and 31 August 2023
Bookings are currently open for stay dates up to 31 August 2023.
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogs.Last Update:
11/7/2023DESCRIPTION:
Located in Lake Tarawera Scenic Reserve in the Bay of Plenty region.
Camp alongside the lake in a large and attractive campsite where trout fishing and water sports are popular. There is no road access to the campsite.
Phone(s):
+64 4 471 1117No. of tent sites:
12Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2023-11-25 > Predator control for Southern Ruapehu
Access to Campsite:
By campervan, car, caravan,Fees:
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Pay online at the time of booking
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Campsite Pass bookings must be booked online before occupying a site. If you do not pre-book, bookings may be made by campground staff (if present) and will incur a $10 service charge.
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogsLast Update:
24/7/2023DESCRIPTION:
Camp in the forest on the flanks of Mount Ruapehu; a good base for exploring Tongariro National Park.
Bookings required.
Located in Tongariro National Park in the Central North Island region.
