Whakahoro Campsite
Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region
Introduction
This is a Great Walk campsite in the Whanganui area. A large, flat, grassy site beside the river, and a good starting or mid-point stop if undertaking the Whanganui Journey.Access
- Boat
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- 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
Seasonal restrictions
In the Great Walks season (1 October 2022 – 30 April 2023)
- Bookings are required
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2022 – 30 September 2022)
- Bookings are not required - first come, first served
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
This is a good starting or mid-point stop if undertaking the Whanganui Journey. There is a 10 bunk bunkroom and boat access nearby the campsite.
Campers must use the nearby shelters to prepare meals.
Fees
In the Great Walks season (1 October 2022 – 30 April 2023)
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 2022 – 30 September 2022)
For all visitors:
- Adult (18+ years): $8 per person, per night
- Child (17 years and under): free
Passes
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.
44 km west of Owhango, off SH 4 at the end of Oio Rd.
Tracks to this campsite
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1778918, N5669213
Latitude: -39.10924157, Longitude: 175.07087872
- 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.
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 | |