> Bay of Plenty, East Cape
North Island
DESCRIPTION:
Note: this DOC campsite no longer appears in the DOC campsite directory.
8 km north of Te Kaha and opposite the beach you will find another farm camping option, signposted, for independent campers. Shaded by big pohutukawa trees, it overlooks a beautiful rocky estuary. There is a water
supply, an outdoor cold water shower and two long drop toilets hiding in the trees. About 20 sites are available.
Phone(s):
(07) 325 2132
DESCRIPTION:
Located in rural Waitawheta near the town of Waihi, the camp is close to large areas of native New Zealand bush and rivers, including one of New Zealand's top ten natural attractions - the Karangahake Gorge and the Hauraki Rail Trail.
Whether it's tramping, cycling, kayaking, abseiling, exploring gold-mining heritage sites or travelling on the vintage rail train, there's so much to do in and around the camp.We are only 15 minutes drive from Waihi Beach, with pristine white sand beaches and coastal walkways. We have Kayaks for hire at the camp.There are fresh water swimming holes in the rivers close to the camp and at Dickeys Flat.
Your onsite managers are Jan and Rob.
Phone(s):
07-863 7982No. of tent sites:
51Fires Allowed?:
No fires are permitted at any time.
Overseeing Body:
Information of this camp courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No Dogs, sorry.Last Update:
12/04/2023DESCRIPTION:
Camp on the shores of Lake Rerewhakaaitu; a great venue for viewing water birds.
Phone(s):
07 349 7400 or +64 7 867 9080No. of tent sites:
25Fires Allowed?:
No fires are permitted at any time
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogs, sorry.Last Update:
13/04/2023DESCRIPTION:
Camp on the shores of Lake Rerewhakaaitu - fishing is good, swimming and walking nearby.
Phone(s):
07 349 7400 or +64 7 867 9080Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Access to Campsite:
By boat, foot.Fees:
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogsLast Update:
17/6/2023DESCRIPTION:
A basic camping area at the northern arm of Lake Tarawera. A great place for a swim, with beautiful water and superb views of Mount Tarawera.
Bookings not required - first come, first served.
Phone(s):
+64 4 471 1117No. of tent sites:
80Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Access to Campsite:
By campervan, car or caravan.Fees:
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Additional fees
There is a $3 charge per booking to cover waste disposal.
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogsLast Update:
18/7/2023DESCRIPTION:
This is a family campsite in a coastal setting with excellent fishing and swimming next to the Matatā wildlife refuge. No dogs are allowed.
Located in Matatā area in the Bay of Plenty region.
