Rerewhakaaitu, Brett Road Campsite
Located in Lake Rerewhakaaitu Recreation Reserve in the Bay of Plenty region
Introduction
Camp on the shores of Lake Rerewhakaaitu - there is good fishing, swimming and walking nearby. Bring your own water.Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- Rivers and lakes
Facilities
- Boat launching
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from stream
- Wheelchair accessible with assistance
Activities
- Fishing
- Kayaking and canoeing
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
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Brett Road campsite facilities Image: Nicole Portner Photography ©
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Lake Rerewhakaaitu, Brett Road campsite Image: Nicole Portner Photography ©
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Brett Road campsite, Lake Rerewhakaaitu Image: Nicole Portner Photography ©
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Lake Rerewhakaaitu, Brett Road Image: Nicole Portner Photography ©
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Campsite rules
- No recreational motorbiking or dirtbiking allowed.
- Noise must be kept to a minimum after 10 pm. All music should be turned off by this time.
- No access from the campground up Crater Road and Mount Tarawera. These are privately owned property.
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $8 per night
- Child (5 - 17 years): $4 per night
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Pay online at the time of booking.
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
You need to book ahead. Campsite Pass bookings must be completed before occupying a site. If you do not pre-book, campground staff (if present) may be able to make the booking for you if space is available. There is a $10 charge for this service. To avoid any disappointment book well in advance.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022.
A $10 service fee applies to all phone, email and in-person bookings.
Your booking will be for a site, which will be allocated or selected on arrival.
The maximum length of stay is 7 nights. Vehicles are limited to 2 per booking including boats.
There is a maximum of 6 people for overnight group reservations. Make additional reservations for larger groups.
Maximum campsite size 72m squared.
Lake Rerewhakaaitu is 29 km south east of Rotorua. Turn off SH5 into SH38, then into Rerewhakaaitu Road and follow for 2.7 km. Turn left into Brett Road, Awaatua Bay and follow 4.5 km to campsite.
Location
NZTM2000: E1904399, N5755182
Latitude: -38.29974486, Longitude: 176.48145575
Dogs are not allowed in areas administered by DOC in the Rotorua area.
- Drinking water is not provided at this campground. Campers must bring their own or boil/filter lake water.
- Cell phone reception is intermittent in this area.
Fishing
Visit the Fish & Game website for further information on how to obtain a licence to fish.
Kayaking
Kayakers often enjoy the lake and the surrounding birdlife.
COVID-19 vaccination policy
Eligible people aged 12 years three months and over must be fully vaccinated to use DOC accommodation. See COVID-19 vaccination policy.
Check, Clean, Dry
Clean all gear when moving between waterways to prevent the spread of didymo and other freshwater pests.
Contacts
| Rotorua Office | |
| Phone: | 07 349 7400 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | rotorua@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
99 Sala Street Rotorua 3010 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 1146 Rotorua 3040 |
| Full office details | |