Ohinepane Campsite
Located in Ohinepane Recreation Reserve and Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region
Introduction
This is a Great Walk campsite in the Whanganui area. This is one of four road access points to the Whanganui Journey. Look and listen for kererū, tūi and fantail. Brown kiwi can often be heard at night.Access
- Boat
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- Forest
- Rivers and lakes
Facilities
- Boat launching
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Wheelchair accessible with assistance
Activities
- Bird and wildlife watching
- Kayaking and canoeing
Seasonal restrictions
In the Great Walks season (1 October 2021 – 30 April 2022)
- Bookings are required if staying as part of the Whanganui Journey
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2021 – 30 September 2021)
- Bookings are not required - first come, first served
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
Camp in a remote setting. The forest is a mix of rata, rewarewa, rimu, tawa, and kowhai trees.
Fees
In the Great Walks season (1 October 2021 – 30 April 2022)
New Zealand citizens and those ordinarily resident in New Zealand*:
- Adult (18+ years): $16 per person, per night
- Child (17 years and under): free but booking still required
International visitors:
- Adult (18+ years): $16 per person, per night
- Child (17 years and under): free but booking still required
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2021 – 30 September 2021)
For all visitors:
- Adult (18+ years): $8 per person, per night
- Child (17 years and under): free
Passes
Backcountry Hut Passes cannot be used at this campsite.
The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite.
Bookings
Bookings are required if you want to stay between 1 October – 30 April as part of the Whanganui Journey.
Whanganui River Road, on SH 43, 21 km from Taumarunui.
Tracks to this campsite
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1786004, N5687522
Latitude: -38.94152742, Longitude: 175.14618482
- Boil, filter or treat water – water from tap is not treated.
- No cellphone coverage on the Whanganui River.
- Wasps are a known hazard and are particularly common from January until May. Carry antihistamines if you’re allergic to their stings.
Maximum 2 consecutive nights stay for Whanganui Journey river trip campers. You won’t be charged for staying an extra night at a campsite or hut due to high river levels – don’t canoe the river when water levels are predicted to rise or flooded.
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Contacts
| Whanganui Office | |
| Phone: | +64 6 349 2100 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | whanganui@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
34-36 Taupo Quay Whanganui 4500 |
| Postal Address: |
Private Bag 3016 Whanganui 4540 |
| Full office details | |