Waiohine Gorge campsite
Location
18 km northwest from Greytown, Tararua Forest Park
Park or reserve
Tararua Forest Park near Wellington features an abundance of tramping and hunting opportunities.
Campsite category
Standard
Fees
$6 adult, $2 child/youth per night
Campsite details
- Number of tent sites - 50
Waiohine Gorge campsite
The secluded campsite is at the head of 2 spectacular gorges above the Waiohine River. It’s a popular area for rafting, canoeing and outdoor education. A 92 m suspension bridge takes you to tracks up the valley.
Notes
- Gravel access with a stream ford required
- Visitors must contact DOC before using the abseiling site
- Dogs permitted. Must be on a least at all times
Getting there
Aerial view of Waiohine Gorge camping
area
From Carterton drive through Matarawa. Follow Moffats Rd, Joseph Rd then Waiohine Gorge Rd to end. 18 km NW of Greytown.
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1800980-N5458936
Facilities
Toilets
Picnic Table
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.