Mangawhero Campsite
Located in Tongariro National Park in the Central North Island region
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Introduction
Camp in the forest on the flanks of Mount Ruapehu; a good base for exploring Tongariro National Park.Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Activities
- Climbing
- Hunting
- Skiing and ski touring
- Walking and tramping
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
Facilities
- 6 of the 12 campsites are suitable for campervans.
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $7.50 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.
Campsite Pass bookings must be booked online before occupying a site. If you do not pre-book, bookings may be made by campground staff (if present) and will incur a $10 service charge.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2023.
2023/24 bookings
Bookings for the 2023/24 season have been delayed. Check here on 14 June 2023 when we will announce the new booking opening dates.
All bookings operate on a first-come first-served basis. We do not operate waiting lists for bookings for future seasons, or currently booked-out facilities.
Bookings are required all year.
A $10 service fee applies to phone and in-person booking. This is a limited service – book online first. An in-person booking is dependent on there being space available.
Your booking will be for a site, which will be allocated or selected on arrival.
Ohakune Mountain Road, 2 km from Ohakune township.
Gravel access.
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E180954, N5637025
Latitude: -39.39168736, Longitude: 175.43079826
Walking and tramping
Explore this national park on nearby walking tracks.
Other activities
Other activities nearby include skiing, hunting or alpine climbing.
Contacts
| Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 7 892 3729 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | tongarirovc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
Whakapapa Village State Highway 48 Mount Ruapehu |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 71029 Whakapapa Village Mount Ruapehu 3951 |
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