Rerewhakaaitu, Ash Pit Road campsite
Location
Lake Rerewhakaaitu is 29 km south east of Rotorua.
Park or reserve
Camping, picnicking and boating are all popular recreational activities at Lake Rerewhakaaitu. A significant site for wildlife, the lake supports breeding populations of dabchicks, scaup and banded dotterel.
Campsite category
Standard
Fees
$6 per adult per night, $2 per child per night
Campsite details
- Number of tent sites – 30
Camp on the shores of Lake Rerewhakaaitu. Take binoculars for watching water birds. There is good fishing, swimming and walking nearby.
Notes
- 2 km of gravel
- As well as the facilities listed below this campsite has a shelter for cooking and a boat ramp.
- Dogs permitted. Must be on a leash at all times.
Getting there
Ash Pit Rd campsite at Rerewhakaaitu
Turn off SH 5 into SH 38, then into Rerewhakaaitu Road for 2.7km. Turn left into Brett Rd, follow to end. Turn right into Ash Pit Rd and follow to camp.
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1906898-N5757487
Facilities
Water from tap
Toilets
Barbecue
Picnic Table
Plan and prepare
Types of Conservation Campsite
Conservation Campsites are accessible by vehicle. You can drive to most and boat-in to some. Each Conservation Campsite is unique but the facilities and services provided at campsites are divided into three categories; Serviced, Standard, Basic.
Fees are charged according to the campsite category and the level of facilities and services provided. Find out more about these campsite categories.