Tamaki West Campsite
Located in Ruahine Forest Park in the Hawke’s Bay region
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Introduction
This is a basic campsite in the Hawke's Bay area. Camp in a clearing near Tamaki West River. Day and multi-day walks accessible from here.Access
- Foot
Landscape
- Rivers and lakes
Facilities
- BBQ
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Toilets - flush
- Water from stream
Activities
- Hunting
- Mountain biking
- Walking and tramping
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
Pitch your tent in a clearing near Tamaki West River. The campsite has a woodfire BBQ and picnic shelter. Please note that water supply for the flush toilet can be intermitten.
Fees
Free.
From State Highway 2 south of Dannevirke, turn into Laws Road, right onto Top Grass Road then left onto Tamaki West Road and follow this to the car park. From here, walk 200 m to the campsite. A small creek must be crossed to get to the campsite, which may be impassable after very heavy rain.
Location
Approximately 1¾ hours south of Napier.
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1858125, N5554495
Latitude: -40.12026, Longitude: 176.02904
Hunting, mountain biking and tracks for both experienced trampers and day walkers are available in the area.
Contacts
| DOC Customer Service Centre | |
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| Phone | 0800 275 362 |
| manawatu@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | DOC offices |