Te Pakau (Eight Acre) Campsite

Located in Te Urewera in the East Coast region

Once a dairy farm, this campsite is near the Waimana River. There are numerous walks into the spectacular forest nearby.

Te Urewera is recognised in New Zealand law as a living person. Te Urewera is spoken for and governed by a board. Care for Te Urewera, including the tracks and facilities, is carried out by Te Uru Taumatua – Ngāi Tūhoe’s operational entity.

Fees

  • Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
  • Child (0 - 17 years): free

The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite. 

Follow Bell Rd off SH2 near Waimana and then onto Matahi Valley Rd. The campsite is 27 km from SH2.

Access: Gravel mid-Matahi Valley Rd.

Location

NZTM2000 coordinates: E1960070, N5745740
Latitude: -38.36411615, Longitude: 177.1207896