Campsites in Hawke's Bay

Hawke's Bay rewards overlanders with a mix of coastal flats, braided rivers and rugged inland ranges, making it a great base for exploring the eastern North Island. Campsites here range from riverside clearings and lakeside spots to remote backcountry pitches near hot springs, so you can settle in close to water or tuck away in the hills after a day on the trails.

Everetts Campsite

Everetts Campsite is a quiet riverside tent spot in the Mohaka River area of Hawke's Bay, now reached on foot or by bike, with basic facilities.

Glenfalls Campsite

Glenfalls Campsite is a basic Hawke's Bay riverside spot on the Mohaka River, popular for fishing, swimming, canoeing and white water kayaking.

Kumeti Campsite

Kuripapango (Ox Bow) Campsite

Kuripapango (Ox Bow) Campsite is a free riverside tent spot in Hawke's Bay's Kaweka Forest Park, with stream water, toilets and great fishing and rafting.

Lake Tutira Campsite

Lake Tutira Campsite is a popular grassy lakeside camp in inland Hawke's Bay, with walking trails, abundant birdlife and great fishing and swimming.

Lawrence Campsite

Mangatutu Hot Springs Campsite

Mangatutu Hot Springs Campsite is a quiet Hawke's Bay riverside spot in Kaweka Forest Park, with great fishing, basic facilities and dark night skies.

Waikari River Mouth Campsite

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