Lake Ōkareka Campsite

About Lake Ōkareka Campsite
Lake Ōkareka Campsite is a DOC campsite in Lake Ōkareka Scenic Reserve, Bay of Plenty, on the North Island. It has 12 sites. Its facilities include unpowered sites, cooking shelter and water from a stream, 7 in all. Things to do here include fishing and swimming. You can get there by campervan and car. Dogs are not allowed. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Rotorua Blue Lake TOP 10 Holiday Park, 4 km away.
This lakeside campsite is only 15 min from Rotorua. You can swim or fish in the lake.
Facilities
- Unpowered sites
- Cooking shelter
- Water from a stream
- Wheelchair access
- Non-flush toilets
- Toilets
Things to do
- Fishing
- Swimming
Fees
Fees apply. DOC fees change with the season, and some sites must be booked ahead. KiwiCamping shows the current fee, how to book and what each site offers.
Location
Lake Ōkareka Scenic Reserve, Bay of Plenty, North Island
Nearby
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Questions about Lake Ōkareka Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Ōkareka Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Lake Ōkareka Campsite?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to Lake Ōkareka Campsite?
Yes. You can get there by campervan and car.
What facilities does Lake Ōkareka Campsite have?
Unpowered sites, Cooking shelter, Water from a stream, Wheelchair access and Non-flush toilets, and 2 more listed in KiwiCamping.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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