Graces Stream Campsite
Located in Catchpool Valley & Ōrongorongo Valley and Remutaka Forest Park in the Wellington/Kapiti region
Introduction
This is a backcountry campsite in the Wellington area. 800 m from the Catchpool carpark and close to plenty of good walks into the Orongorongo Valley.Access
- Foot
Landscape
- Forest
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from stream
Activities
- Walking and tramping
Seasonal restrictions
The entrance gate to Catchpool valley is open during summer daylight saving 6 am–8 pm; winter 6 am–6 pm.
Fires are not permitted at any time.
Dog access
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $6 per night
- Child (5 - 17 years): $3 per night
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Pay fees at the Catchpool Valley Campsite entrance or the Wellington Visitor Centre.
DOC/NZMCA campsite passes cannot be used at this campsite.
South of Wainuiomata follow the Coast Rd for 10 km to the main Remutaka Forest Park entrance. Drive 2.5 km to the top car park (800 m past the Catchpool car park). In heavy rain you may need to cross a concreted stream ford.
From the top car park, the campsite is a 15 min walk along the Five Mile Track.
This is a 45 minute drive from Wellington.
Tracks to this campsite
Location
Walk along the Five Mile Loop Track for about 15 minutes to find the campsite.
- Risk of treefall during high winds. Due to a high number of dead and dying trees in this area, camping is not recommended in windy weather. Alternative camping is available in the Catchpool Valley.
- There is no mobile phone reception, but a 24 hr emergency phone is available at the Catchpool Centre.
Contacts
| Kapiti Wellington Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 4 384 7770 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | wellingtonvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
18 - 32 Manners Street Wellington 6011 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 10420 The Terrace Wellington 6143 |
| Full office details | |