Bucks Road campsite
Location
15 minutes from Featherston
Park or reserve
Tararua Forest Park near Wellington features an abundance of tramping and hunting opportunities.
Campsite category
Basic
Campsite details
- Number of tent sites - 25
Enjoy the picturesque campsite above the Tauherenikau River amongst regenerating bush. Camp at the roadend or walk approx 150 m along the track to the right of the Gorge to a grassy area amongst trees. Walk the Tauherenikau Gorge track or cool off with a swim in the river.
Campers at Bucks Road
Notes
- The site is very exposed in strong winds
- 3 km gravel access
- Dogs permitted
- Lock your car and take valuables with you
Getting there
15 minutes from Featherston, via Wakefield St, Underhill Rd then Bucks Rd to end.
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1797681-N5451381
Facilities
Toilets
Water from stream
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 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.