Whakapapa Motorcamp

Location

SH 48, adjacent Whakapapa Visitor Centre

Park or reserve

Tramper looking at Mount Ruapehu. Photo: Catherine Tudhope.

Tongariro National Park

Tongariro is New Zealand's oldest national park and a dual World Heritage area. This status recognises the park's important Maori cultural and spiritual associations as well as its outstanding volcanic features.


Campsite category

Serviced

Fees

$18 / $10

Campsite details

  • Number of tent sites - 8
  • Number of powered sites - 44

Camp amongst mountain beech forest, beside a stream. A perfect base for exploring the park. In winter it’s a good base for skiing (8 km away). Enjoy short easy access walks starting at the campsite entrance. Skifields and local visitor centre nearby.

Notes

  • NZMCA pass is not valid here
  • Facilities include:
    • a drying room
    • cookers/electric stove
    • shop
  • There are also cabins and a lodge at the campsite. For fees, booking and further information ph +64 7 892 3897, email whakapapaholpark@xtra.co.nz or visit their website www.whakapapa.net.nz

    Getting there

    Whakapapa Motorcamp.
    Whakapapa Motorcamp

    Whakapapa Village opposite VC. 6.4 km along SH 48, off SH 47.

    Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1819338-N5657839

    Facilities

    Water from tap Water from tap
    Toilets Toilets
    Barbecue Barbecue
    Picnic Table Picnic Table
    Rubbish Bin Rubbish Bin
    Showers (hot) Showers (hot)

    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.

    Booking

    Whakapapa Motorcamp, ph +64 7 892 3897 or by email: whakapapaholpark@xtra.co.nz
    www.whakapapa.net.nz

     

     

     
    Information

    Conservation campsite information

    Camping care code

    Safety

    Safety information

    Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

    Contact

    Ohakune Visitor Centre
    Phone:      +64 6 385 0010
    Address:   Mountain Road
    Ohakune 4691
    Email:   ohakunevc@doc.govt.nz
    Full office details

    Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre
    Phone:      +64 7 892 3729
    Address:   Whakapapa Village
    State Highway 48
    Mount Ruapehu
    Email:   tongarirovc@doc.govt.nz
    Full office details