Arohena Campsite
Located in Lake Arapuni Conservation Area in the Waikato region
Introduction
This campsite on the western shores of Waikato River is perfect for swimming, picnicking, fishing and water sports.Access
- Boat
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- Rivers and lakes
Facilities
- BBQ
- Boat launching
- Campfires permitted (except in fire bans)
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Wheelchair accessible
Activities
- Fishing
- Kayaking and canoeing
- Picnicking
- Swimming
Seasonal restrictions
Fires permitted in designated fire places and only if there is no regional fire ban. Check for fire bans before you light.
Dog access
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $8 per night
- Child (5 - 17 years): $4 per night
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Pay at the time of booking.
Passes
The DOC/NZMCA Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
To pay with your NZMCA pass, create/update your account on our booking system. Under 'Apply for a discount', select 'NZMCA Pass Holder' and upload a scan of your pass. Once we've verified your pass, it will be automatically applied when you make a booking.
Backcountry Hut Passes cannot be used at this campsite.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays to 30 June 2021.
From 2 November 2020, bookings are required all year.
A $10 service fee applies to all phone, email and in-person bookings.
Your booking will be for a site, which will be allocated or selected on arrival.
- East of Kihikihi via Arapuni Rd, turn into Rotongata Rd and into Waipapa Rd.
- Then into Pukewhau Rd at Arohena, follow and turn left into Mangare Rd and right into Landing Rd.
- Follow Landing Rd to the river.
The last 1 km is a sharp descent down a metal road to the campsite. Smaller vehicles towing caravans or boats may struggle with traction when attempting to leave the campsite. Large motor homes/caravans/towed boats may struggle to get around tight corners on the road.
On the Waikato River there is no formal boat ramp but a pumice beach to land and launch.
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1832829, N5772402
Latitude: -38.16623863, Longitude: 175.65767535
- The campsite is beside the lake - beware of flooding.
- No bonfires anywhere within the campground and surrounds.
Swimming, picnicking, fishing and other water sports.
Contacts
| Te Kuiti Office | |
| Phone: | +64 7 878 1050 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | tekuiti@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
78 Taupiri Street Te Kuiti 3910 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 38 Te Kuiti 3941 |
| Full office details | |