Raetea North Side Campsite

Stay over night and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of camping underneath a beautiful forest. ACTIVITIES This is an ideal spot for a rest during long distance travel. Have a picnic or take a refreshing swim. BIRD AND WILDLIFE WATCHING This campsite is set in one of the last remaining lowland coastal forests. Look and listen for kūkupa (NZ pigeon), short tailed bats and parakeets. Kauri snails are present here too. SWIMMING Have a picnic on the river bank followed by a refreshing dip in the crystal clear water. At times of heavy rain beware of the increase in strength of river currents. TRACKS AND WALKS The 9-10 hr Mangamuka Tramping Track is suited to the experienced recreational tramper and takes you through scenic Raetea Forest. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO * There is a composting toilet. * Mosquitoes prolific – take insect repellent. * Always thoroughly clean your equipment (cars / shoes / camping gear etc.) before and after trips to minimise spreading invasive pests, weeds and diseases. * Read the camp rules. * From July to Labour Weekend, rocks are placed across the internal entranceway to the reserve leaving the internal carpark for those people wanting to stay overnight.