DOC Campsite beside the Tairua River, Broken Hills, Puketui Valley

Image: Shellie Evans | ©

Broken Hills Campsite

Located in Broken Hills area and Coromandel Forest Park in the Coromandel region

Introduction

The Broken Hills Campsite is located beside the Tairua River among native bush. This is a scenic campsite in the Coromandel region.

Highlights

Topographic map warning

Topo50 maps show tracks that have been permanently closed to prevent the spread of kauri dieback disease.

Check the Kauaeranga valley map (PDF, 2,321K) for open tracks. Only open tracks are shown on this map.

Campsite overview

Access

  • Campervan
  • Car
  • Caravan

Landscape

  • Forest
  • Rivers and lakes

Category

  • Category
Scenic

Bookings

  • Bookings

Bookings not required - first come, first served

Facilities

  • Non-powered/tent sites
  • Toilets - non-flush
  • Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
45 non-powered/tent sites

Activities

  • Fishing
  • Kayaking and canoeing
  • Swimming

Seasonal restrictions

Fires are not permitted at any time.

Dog access

No dogs

Brochures

About this campsite

Camp beside the Tairua River and explore the old gold mining area around the steep cliffs. Maximum number of people - 200.

Facilities

  • Toilets and a rubbish collection area.
  • A camp manager services the campsite during summer.

Getting there

The Broken Hills Campsite near the end of Puketui Valley Road is located beside the Tairua River amongst native bush. Hikaui/Puketui Road, 4 km off SH 25.

Turn off SH 25 at Hikuai opposite the Pauanui turnoff. Follow Puketui Valley Road to end.

Make sure you access the campsite by the Puketui Valley Road entrance: The two entrance roads – Puketui Valley Road and Puketui Road – to Broken Hills don't connect and a stream crossing is required between them.

Access: Gravel road.

Location

NZTM2000 coordinates: E1843327, N5889933
Latitude: -37.1054751, Longitude: 175.73845024

Fees

  • Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
  • Child (5 - 17 years): $7.50 per night
  • Infant (0 - 4 years): free

The campsite pass for rental campervans can be used at this campsite.

The DOC/NZMCA Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite except between 20 December and the end of Waitangi weekend.

Backcountry Hut Passes cannot be used at this campsite.

Activities

Swimming, canoeing and trout fishing nearby.

Know before you go

  • Fires are not permitted in the Broken Hills area and campsite.
  • Charcoal burners are not permitted.
  • Only gas or spirit burners can be used for cooking.
  • Dogs and all other domestic animals are strictly prohibited.
  • Toilets available at campsite. Pit toilets are not allowed.
  • Certified, selfcontained campervan owners may use their own chemical toilet.
  • Mobile coverage is limited.
  • Be considerate to other campers and keep noise levels down.
  • Camping outside designated areas is not permitted.
  • Water taken directly from the river or streams should be boiled or treated before drinking to reduce the risk of infection.

Contacts

Kauaeranga Visitor Centre
Phone:   +64 7 867 9080
Fax:   +64 4 471 1117
Email:   kauaerangavc@doc.govt.nz
Address:   995C Kauaeranga Valley Road
Thames 3577
Postal Address:   PO Box 343
Thames 3540
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