Young Forks Campsite
Located in Mount Aspiring National Park in the Otago region
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Introduction
This is a walk-in, backcountry campsite in the Wanaka/Makarora area. Camp in the Young Valley as part of the Gillespie Pass Circuit.Access
- Foot
Landscape
- Forest
- Rivers and lakes
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from stream
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Activities
- Walking and tramping
Dog access
This campsite is a part of the Gillespie Pass Circuit tracks, and can also be linked with tracks to the Upper Wilkin. The closest township is Makarora.
Fees
Free
Bookings
First-come, first-serve
This campsite is part of the Gillespie Pass Circuit. It is approximately 4-6 hours walk in from the Blue Pools.
Tracks to this campsite
Do not go into the Young Valley during or immediately following heavy rain. A dam that formed in the North Branch in 2007 poses a potential risk to trampers. If you intend to use the valley during rain, do not camp in the valley floor and move through the Young Valley as quickly as possible. Watch for any unusual or rapid rise in water levels—if this occurs, move to higher ground immediately.
Contacts
| Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre |
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| Phone | +64 3 443 7660 |
| wanakavc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 1 Ballantyne Road Wānaka 9305 |
| Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |