Forest Pools campsite
Campsite category
Basic
Facilities
Toilets
Water from stream
Campsite details
Camp in bush setting by the Waipapa River. Picnic, swim, walk or tramp into the forest.
Location
55 km south-east of Kaitaia
Getting there
Forest Pools
Puketi forest is easily accessible from the Bay of Islands. 55 km south-east of Kaitaia, off SH 1 at Forest Rd. Drive to roadend. Or you reach the campsite at the start/end point of the Waipapa River Track.
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1662370, N6096034
Notes
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Access: Car or foot access
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Single night camping only
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Fires are not permitted
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Toilets near Waipapa River Track
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Beware of thieves. Remember to lock your vehicle and take your valuables with you.
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No dogs due to risks to wildlife
Activities
Hunting
Hunting with permit
Plan and prepare
Types of Conservation Campsite
You can drive to most Conservation Campsites and boat-in to some. Each Conservation Campsite is unique but the facilities and services provided at campsites are divided into categories: Serviced, Standard, Backcountry, Basic.
Fees are charged according to the campsite category and the level of facilities and services provided. Find out more about these campsite categories.