Whangaiterenga, Kauaeranga Valley
Location
5 km north of Kauaeranga visitor centre, 2 km north of Hotoritori campsite
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
- Number of tent sites - 90
- Maximum number of people - 300
Camp near to where the Whangaiterenga Stream and the Kauaeranga River meet. From the campsite there is a one hour return walk to a lookout with views of the valley nearby.
Notes
- Please pay camp fees at the Kauaeranga Visitor Centre.
- Flush toilets at the campsite.
- Open from October (Labour weekend) until 30 April.
Getting there
Whangaiterenga campsite
Follow the Kauaeranga Valley Rd from Thames for 14 km to the visitor centre. Whangaiterenga is 5km north of the Visitor Centre and the second campsite on the left past the visitor centre. Access is via a gravel road.
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1835120-N5892542
Facilities
Toilets
Barbecue
Picnic Table
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.