Campsites

Rakeahua River Campsite

Campsite. Backcountry Campsite (DOC). 2 spaces. Created 1 June 20191 June 2019.

On track from Doughboy Hill to the Rakeahua Hut. Approx 3 and a half hours from Rakeahua Hut right beside the river not long before the track leaves the river and climbs up a spur towards Doughboy Hill. The grid references ... More ▶︎

Kiriwhakapapa Campsite

Campsite. Standard Campsite (DOC). 15 spaces. Updated 14 August 201814 August 2018.

Road access campsite on the eastern flanks of the Tararua Ranges near Masterton. Tracks lead to Blue Range Hut and the Waingawa River. More ▶︎

Lyell Campsite

Campsite. Standard Campsite (DOC). 18 spaces. Updated 9 August 20189 August 2018.

This grassy camping space occupies a terrace above Lyell Creek, next to Kawatiri / the Buller River. The site was once the location of the Lyell goldrush town, and the entrance road follows the path of the original Lyell Main ... More ▶︎

Waitohi Reserve Camp Ground

Campsite. Basic Campsite (Not applicable). Created 1 November 20171 November 2017.

Small campground next to the Lake Sumner Road. Grassy camping space, access to the river, and two very cute log cabins. More ▶︎

Loch Katrine Campsite

Campsite. Basic Campsite (DOC). 30 spaces. Updated 1 November 20171 November 2017.

Camping next to a remote lake. Camping here is free, while there are also several bookable huts. More ▶︎

Lake Taylor Campsite

Campsite. Standard Campsite (DOC). 15 spaces. Created 1 November 20171 November 2017.

Open, grassy campsite on the shores of Lake Taylor, the gateway to Lake Sumner Forest Park. More ▶︎

Cascade Creek Campsite

Campsite. Scenic Campsite (DOC). 120 spaces. Created 7 August 20177 August 2017.

Large campsite on the Milford Road at the foot of Lake Gunn. Wheelchair accessible toilet. More ▶︎

Piha Domain Camp

Campsite. Serviced Campsite (Private). Created 18 July 201718 July 2017.

This large camping ground at Piha makes for an excellent base to explore the Waitakere Ranges or an overnight stop on the Hillary Trail. More ▶︎

Tapotupotu Campsite

Campsite. Standard Campsite (DOC). 45 spaces. Created 17 July 201717 July 2017.

Coastal camping at the country's most northerly campsite. This campsite has a boatramp and cold showers. It is wheelchair accessible, with assistance. The nearby lagoon is suitable for swimming. More ▶︎

Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) Campsite