Kakaho Campsite, Waikato - DOC Campsite

Beside Kakaho Stream and dense podocarp forest. Swim in the stream or walk the Rimu Track through thick forest before climbing to a stunning viewpoint.

Campsite DOC Pureora Forest Park

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Yes

Bookable

480m

Approx. elevation

-38.56844, 175.71775

Coordinates

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Campsite Map

Facilities

BBQ, Fire pit/place for campfires (except in fire bans), Non-powered/tent sites, Water from stream, Wheelchair accessible, Toilets - non-flush, Toilets, Water supply

Fees and bookings

Fees

Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
Child (5–17 years): $5 per night
Infant (0 - 4 years): free

Pay at the time of booking.

Passes

The 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 2027.

If no availability shows online for your dates, the campsite is fully booked.
No spaces are kept for campers arriving without a booking.
Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.

Your booking will be for a site, which will be allocated or selected on arrival.

More details

Access: Campervan, Car, Caravan

Landscape: Forest, Rivers and lakes

Dogs: Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact closest DOC office to get a permit.

Sites: 0 powered, 25 unpowered

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