Courthouse Flat campsite
Location
Wangapeka Valley, Kahurangi National Park
Park or reserve
Created in 1996, Kahurangi is one of New Zealand's newest and the second largest national park. It's located in the northwest corner of New Zealand's South Island.
Campsite category
Standard
Campsite details
- Number of tent sites - 25
The drive to the campsite beside a historic goldfield is scenic. Nearby activities include caving, gold fossicking, picnicking, hunting and walking. Take repellant for ferocious sand flies.
Notes
- Gravel access. The Dart River ford crossing can be impassable after heavy rain.
- Walking access via swing bridge.
- Road not suitable for motor-homes or caravans.
- Fires are not permitted at any time.
Getting there
Courthouse Flat
Turn off SH 61 at Tapawera. Follow Rd to Bushend Rd then Wangapeka River Rd to end.
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1563825-N5409209
Facilities
Toilets
Picnic Table
Water from stream
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.