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Waikoko Campsite.
Waikoko Campsite

Located in Kaimanawa Forest Park in the Central North Island region

This is the main campsite of five set along Waikoko stream. It's in a large, sunny clearing above the river.

Fees

Free. 

From Tūrangi, follow SH1 south for 15 km, then turn off onto Kaimanawa Rd. After 3.5 km turn left, then left again over the bridge. The last 100 m is a gravel road.

Location

NZTM2000 coordinates: E1844643, N5664198
Latitude: -39.1375, Longitude: 175.8305

No horses

No horses allowed at this campsite.

Bird and wildlife watching

The endangered blue duck/whio live in the nearby river - you may be lucky enough to spot one around dawn and dusk.