Campsites in Hawke's Bay

Hawke's Bay rewards overlanders with a mix of coastal flats, river valleys, and the rugged Kaweka and Ruahine ranges inland. Campsites here range from quiet riverside and lakeside spots to remote backcountry clearings, with a few hot-spring and river-mouth gems thrown in. Pack for warm, dry summers and plan ahead for the more isolated inland sites.

Glenfalls Campsite

Glenfalls Campsite is a basic riverside spot on the Mohaka River, long popular for fishing, swimming and white water paddling.

Kumeti Campsite

Kuripapango (Ox Bow) Campsite

Kuripapango (Ox Bow) Campsite is a basic free riverside spot on the edge of Kaweka Forest Park, Hawke's Bay, with tent sites, toilets and easy river access.

Lake Tutira Campsite

Lake Tutira Campsite is a grassy lakeside camp in inland Hawke's Bay with walking trails, birdlife, and a lake good for fishing and paddling.

Lawrence Campsite

Mangatutu Hot Springs Campsite

Mangatutu Hot Springs Campsite is a quiet Kaweka Forest Park spot beside the Mohaka River.

Waikari River Mouth Campsite

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