Lake Māhinapua Campsite
Located in Māhinapua Scenic Reserve in the West Coast region
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Introduction
Camp beside Lake Māhinapua within forest surroundings. A popular overnight and day stop. Enjoy water sports in the lake.Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- Rivers and lakes
Facilities
- Boat launching
- Jetty
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Shower - cold
- Toilets - flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Wheelchair accessible with assistance
Activities
- Boating
- Swimming
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
Historically Lake Māhinapua was a main access waterway up and down the coast using paddle steamers.
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
- Infant (0–4 years): free
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Campsite Pass bookings must be booked online before occupying a site. If you do not book, bookings may be made by campground staff (if present) and will incur a $10 service charge. Sites may not be available if you do not book.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2025.
All bookings are first-come first-served. We do not have waiting lists for bookings for future seasons or facilities that are already booked-out.
A $10 service fee applies to phone and in-person booking. This is a limited service – book online first. An in-person booking is dependent on there being space available.
Your booking will be for a site, which will be allocated or selected on arrival.
10 km south of Hokitika, turn off SH6 into Lake Māhinapua Access Road, opposite the hotel. 300 m to roadend.
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1428437, N5259778
Latitude: -42.79468 Longitude: 170.90106
This campground is pack in/pack out.
There are no rubbish or recycling facilities on site – remove all rubbish and recycling with you when you depart.
Contacts
| Paparoa National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 731 1895 |
| paparoavc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 4294 Coast Road Punakaiki RD 1 Runanga 7873 |
| Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |