Location and layout
Situated on the western bank of the Pohangina River, the Pohangina Base Campsite provides an ideal base for day trips into the Ruahine Forest Park, or to explore the Kahikatea Walk or Totara Reserve Regional Park. Access to the Pohangina River is a 15 minute drive away via Piripiri bridge.
Note that the eastern boundary of the site is a high cliff – caution is required.
A large grassy clearing at the back of the grounds, overlooking the Pohangina River and across to the Ruahine Forest Park, provides an ideal spot for pitching your tent. A smaller clearing sheltered by trees south of the Pohangina Base buildings may also be used for camping.
Each campsite caters for up to six people.
Adjacent lodge
Pohangina Base lodge is adjacent to the campsite. It has bookable bunkrooms, a communal living space.
Pohangina Base lodge
Facilities and services
Campsite users will have access to an outdoor tap, a flush toilet and two hot showers in the outer building.
Campsite users are not permitted to use the indoor facilities in the lodge (kitchen, communal living area, and indoor bathroom).
