North Island
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
Dogs with a DOC permit for recreational hunting or management purposes onlyLast Update:
25/02/2022DESCRIPTION:
From SHwy 2 west of Dannevirke turn into Maharahara Road, then Kumeti Road and follow to the road end. You will find basic camping (toilets and BBQs only) in a sheltered, bushy glade. Water from the nearby stream must be
boiled before drinking. Day walks over the Ruahine Range can be planned
from here.
Phone(s):
+64 6 350 9700
DESCRIPTION:
Formerly Scoutlands Likeside Camp Ground.
Off SHwy 3, this hidden gem is just 4 km south of Wanganui beside pretty
Lake Wiritoa. The groomed grounds are huge (5 hectares) and you can camp
either in the bays beside the roadside macracarpa hedge or at the other end
(up past the caretaker’s house) on the tree-shaded lakefront. 28 powered
sites and unlimited tenting space make for a relaxed camping experience.
There are several blocks of well-appointed, spotlessly clean amenities around
the grounds. The water is from an Artisian well. Kayaks and canoes are
available for hire for campers or try the confdence course, fshing or hiking.
There is a dump site. No animals please. Your friendly hosts are Darryl and
Jackie. There is a dump site here - Bring Marshmallows to Toast!
Phone(s):
027 451 2905
DESCRIPTION:
There are showers, toilets and a kitchen available. You can use the lounge in
the Lodge. Enjoy a BBQ on a lazy summer evening. Unpowered sites are $12
to $15. Your hosts are Denise and Richard.
Phone(s):
06 324 8868
Dog Policy:
A pet zone is available on request.Last Update:
8/5/2023DESCRIPTION:
This smart urban camp has spacious grounds that are well laid out in a circular fashion and bordered by sheltering hedges. Boasting large trees in the park, there are 33 powered sites and at least 50 spaces for tents. The communal kitchen/dining room is large and modern and there is a bookcase in the TV and games room. The ablutions are spotless and well maintained and have individual family/disabled access shower units, plus communal washrooms. A brand new children’s playground is centrally located and picnic tables are available along with other extras such as a dog-friendly zone, coin internet kiosks and wireless hotspot. A new outdoor BBQ/dining area is complete. Dump station provided. Your hosts are Repi & Debbie Wright.
Phone(s):
06 368 3549No. of tent sites:
12Access 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.
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogsLast Update:
16/7/2023DESCRIPTION:
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 2100No. of tent sites:
17Alerts:
Alerts Modified Date: 2024-4-12 > Mangapurua and Kaiwhakauka Track conditions
Access to Campsite:
By boat.Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogs.Last Update:
16/7/2023DESCRIPTION:
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 2100No. of tent sites:
10Access to Campsite:
By boat,Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogsLast Update:
16/7/2023DESCRIPTION:
This is a boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access.
Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region.
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):
+64 6 349 2100Mangawaiiti Campsite
No. of tent sites:
26Access 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.
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogsLast Update:
17/7/2023DESCRIPTION:
Campsite located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region.
This is a boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access. In this remote setting, you will be able to look and listen for kereru, tui and fantail, while brown kiwi can often be heard at night. The forest is a mix of rata, rewarewa, rimu, tawa and kowhai trees.
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):
+64 6 349 2100
DESCRIPTION:
Mangaweka is halfway between Wellington and Taupo. Just north of the
township turn east onto Ruahine Road and travel 1 km to this great riverside camp. You will also fnd a small children’s playground and wood-fred BBQ’s. Facilities are simple and include cooking shelter with sinks and power outlets Flush toilets and hot water showers. A great spot for swimming, fshing, rafting and kayaking. Your hosts are Paul and Tricia Eames.
Wifi - no
Hot Showers - $3 token operated, purchased at Awastone
Kitchen - cooking shelter for you to use your items
Pets - Yes
Bookings -no
Laundry - No
Powered sites - yes
Prices based on a per night basis
$9 per person - unpowered
$24 per site - with power first 2 people, any additional person is $9
$5 per children under 16yrs - under 5 is free
Phone(s):
(06) 382 5744 or NZ only 0800 655 747
DESCRIPTION:
Gorgeous, sheltered reserve located next to an historic homestead. Bush
walking, native wildlife, picnic tables and a sheltered indoor summerhouse.
Public toilet facilities. Payment by donation.
