Trestle View, Kauaeranga Valley
Location
9 km north of the 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/night; child/youth (5-17 years) $2/night; preschooler free
Campsite details
Trestle View campsite
- Number of tent sites - 30
- Maximum number of people - 100
This campsite at the end of the Kauaeranga Valley Road is closest to the Webb Creek track up to the Pinnacles and the Billygoat Basin track. Camp at the start of the Kauri Trail, walk the trail or explore other places.
Notes
- Please pay camp fees at the Kauaeranga visitor centre
Getting there
Follow the Kauaeranga Valley Road from Thames for 14km to the visitor centre. Trestle View campsite is 9km north of the visitor centre, and is the last campsite at the end of the road. Access is via a gravel road.
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1837150-N5894401
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.