Hotoritori, Kauaeranga Valley
Location
3 km north of Kauaeranga Visitor Centre
Park or reserve
The Kauaeranga Valley has many campgrounds nestled beside the Kauaeranga River, which flows down from the Coromandel Ranges through the valley. The valley has a choice of walks, swimming spots and historic relics from kauri logging days.
The Kauaeranga Valley has eight campsites beside the Kauaeranga River. Extensive kauri logging took place here and the native forests you now see are regrowth. The valley has plenty of walks, swimming spots and historic relics from logging days. Other activities include horse trekking, abseiling, rock climbing, fishing, picnicking, hunting and mountainbiking.
Campsite category
Standard
Fees
Adult $9 child $2
Campsite details
- Number of tent sites - 30
- Maximum number of people - 50
Camp adjacent to the river. Mountain biking tracks and horse tracks start at the campsite.
Notes
- Please pay camp fees at the Kauaeranga Visitor Centre.
- Dogs permitted. Must be on a leash at all times.
- Open from October (Labour weekend) until 30 April.
Getting there
Hotoritori campsite
Follow the Kauaeranga Valley Road from Thames for 14km to the visitor centre. Hotoriori is the first campground on the left, 3km north of the visitor centre.
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1834095-N5890769
Facilities
Toilets
Barbecue
Rubbish Bin
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.