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Whirinaki

Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne: Where to stay

Stepping into Whirinaki Forest is like travelling back in time. Giant trees, ancient and moss-laden, tower overhead, soaring up to 65m (215ft) into the sky. This information is shared, with permission, from the Department of Conversation (DOC)

Local iwi (tribe) Ngāti Whare is the active kaitiaki (guardian) of the park working with the Department of Conservation (DOC) to protect the natural, cultural, and historic resources for the benefit of future generations...
In some instances, alerts may be in place relevant to Whirinaki e.g. track closures, washouts etc. For the most up to date information, see this website.

Mid Okahu Road Campsite

Camp on grass terraces adjacent to Okahu Stream. Good picnicking and walking in the forest.

PHOTO Credit: David Finn © 

Category: BASIC | Access: campervan, car, caravan

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Sanctuary Campsite

Small camp next to the Minginui Stream. Walk through podocarp forest..

PHOTO Credit: Neil Hutton © 

Category: BASIC | Access: campervan, car, caravan

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Verns Camp

This is a good place to stop for lunch, with a shelter, fireplace and water.

PHOTO Credit: David Finn © 

Category: BASIC | Access: foot

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Whirinaki Recreation Camp

Located in Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne Conservation Park this outdoor recreation and education centre is ideal for schools and other groups.

PHOTO Credit: Neil Hutton © 

Occupancy: Sole, shared | Access: car

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Stay in a Hut

There are an assortment of DOC Huts throughout Whirinaki - great for a tramping destination, a base for hunters and mountain bikers.

PHOTO Credit: David Finn ©

 

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