Area & getting there
Kahikatea Campsite (self-contained only)
DOC campsite reference point, not a verified entrance or individual pitch.
Official location information: Department of Conservation (new tab)Location source & precision
- Reference coordinates
- -37.12434, 175.62834 (latitude, longitude)
- Precision
- WGS84 coordinates retained at the official service's returned precision; decimal resolution is not survey accuracy. Source positional accuracy is not specified.
- Source
- DOC Maps campsite reference point (WGS84), exact official-page asset ID (new tab)
Department of Conservation - Location source checked
Read the full guideArrival, planning and local advice
- Kahikatea Campsite (self-contained only) is listed in DOC's Standard directory for Coromandel Forest Park / Kauaeranga Valley, Waikato. DOC lists access by campervan. Self-contained vehicles only; this is not a tent-camping option.
- Book the campsite through the official booking link before arrival; a booking for a hut bed is not a camping reservation.
- A reliable drinking-water supply has not been confirmed. Bring sufficient drinking water or confirm a safe supply with the manager.
- Recheck the official DOC alerts, route conditions and opening restrictions immediately before travel. Only self-contained vehicles are indicated; do not assume tents or non-self-contained vehicles are permitted.
- Camping category
- Standard
- Access
- Campervan
- Fees
- A single comparable adult nightly camping price is not confirmed here. Check DOC's current Fees and bookings section for your dates and eligibility.
- Water
- A reliable drinking-water supply has not been confirmed. Bring sufficient drinking water or confirm a safe supply with the manager.
Kahikatea Campsite (self-contained only) is listed in DOC's Standard directory for Coromandel Forest Park / Kauaeranga Valley, Waikato. DOC lists access by campervan. Self-contained vehicles only; this is not a tent-camping option.
Location and camping category
This listing is for Kahikatea Campsite (self-contained only), in Coromandel Forest Park / Kauaeranga Valley. DOC places it in the Standard category. Compare this individual site with nearby options rather than assuming every campsite in the surrounding reserve has the same facilities or booking rules.
Arriving and choosing a camping setup
DOC lists access by campervan. Choose this stop only if your vehicle meets the applicable self-containment requirements; tent camping is not indicated.
Facilities, water and pets
The checked DOC facility list includes powered sites; wheelchair accessible. A facility not listed is unconfirmed, rather than proof that it is absent.
A reliable drinking-water supply has not been confirmed. Bring sufficient drinking water or confirm a safe supply with the manager. DOC states dogs are not permitted. Assistance-dog and other-pet arrangements require confirmation with DOC.
Fees and booking
A single comparable adult nightly camping price is not confirmed here. Check DOC's current Fees and bookings section for your dates and eligibility. Book the campsite through the official booking link before arrival; a booking for a hut bed is not a camping reservation. Camping passes, hut bookings and transport fares are separate questions; confirm exactly what your reservation or pass covers for Kahikatea Campsite (self-contained only).
Before travelling
Recheck the official DOC alerts, route conditions and opening restrictions immediately before travel. Only self-contained vehicles are indicated; do not assume tents or non-self-contained vehicles are permitted. DOC also lists walking and tramping in the activity information; this does not confirm equipment hire, a guided service or safe conditions on your travel dates. No reliable coordinate reference was extracted from this page. Follow DOC's official location and access information rather than a guessed map pin.
Read the official Kahikatea Campsite (self-contained only) page for current fees, detailed directions, restrictions and booking links. Information checked 2026-10-08; this guide is not a live availability or safety report.
Common questions
Do I need to book Kahikatea Campsite (self-contained only)?
Book the campsite through the official booking link before arrival; a booking for a hut bed is not a camping reservation.
Can I bring a dog?
DOC states dogs are not permitted. Assistance-dog and other-pet arrangements require confirmation with DOC.
Is the drinking water treated?
A reliable drinking-water supply has not been confirmed. Bring sufficient drinking water or confirm a safe supply with the manager.
