Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Lake Ōkareka Campsite

This lakeside campsite is only 15 min from Rotorua. You can swim or fish in the lake.

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Campsite DOC Lake Ōkareka Scenic Reserve

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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350m

-38.16204, 176.36073

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Facilities

Non-powered/tent sites, Shelter for cooking, Water from stream, Wheelchair accessible with assistance, Toilets - non-flush, Toilets, Water supply

Activities

Fishing, Swimming

Fees and bookings

Fees

Payment with a DOC Campsite Pass is preferred. Otherwise, pay fees directly to the camp host by eftpos.

  • Adult (18+ years): $18 per night
  • Child (5–17 years): $9 per night
  • Infant (0–4 years): free

Passes

The can be used at this campsite. 

More details

Access: Boat, Campervan, Car

Dogs: No dogs.

Sites: 0 powered, 12 unpowered

Trails

Lake Ōkareka Campsite can be accessed on the trails Ōkareka Loop and Lake Okareka Full Loop from our trail directory.

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