Te Pakau (Eight Acre) Campsite
Located in Te Urewera in the East Coast region
Introduction
Once a dairy farm, this campsite is near the Waimana River. There are numerous walks into the spectacular forest nearby.Te Urewera is recognised in New Zealand law as a living person. Te Urewera is spoken for and governed by a board. Care for Te Urewera, including the tracks and facilities, is carried out by Te Uru Taumatua – Ngāi Tūhoe’s operational entity.
Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- Forest
- Rivers and lakes
Facilities
- Fire pit/place for campfires (except in fire bans)
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from stream
Activities
- Walking and tramping
Seasonal restrictions
Fires permitted in designated fire places and only if there is no fire ban. Check rules and fire bans before you light.
Dog access
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
- Child (0 - 17 years): free
Pay cash on arrival.
The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite.
Follow Bell Rd off SH2 near Waimana and then onto Matahi Valley Rd. The campsite is 27 km from SH2.
Access: Gravel mid-Matahi Valley Rd.
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1960070, N5745740
Latitude: -38.36411615, Longitude: 177.1207896
Contacts
| Te Urewera Centre | |
| Phone: | 06 837 3900 |
| Email: | teureweravc@ngaituhoe.iwi.nz |
| Address: |
Te Kura Whenua 6249 Lake Road/SH38 Waikaremoana 4195 Te Urewera |
| Postal Address: |
Kaitawa DOC Mailshed Kaitawa Village RD 5 Wairoa 4195 |
| Full office details | |