Waikari River Mouth Campsite
About Waikari River Mouth Campsite
Waikari River Mouth Campsite is a Basic DOC campsite in Waikari River area, Hawke's Bay, on the North Island. It has 10 sites. Its facilities include boat launching, unpowered sites and tap water (untreated), 6 in all. Things to do here include boating, fishing and swimming. You can get there by car. Dogs are allowed on a leash. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Glenfalls Campsite, 35 km away.
This is a basic campsite in the Hawke's Bay region. Beside the Waikari River, this grassy campsite is a 10 minute walk to the beach for swimming, fishing and boating.
Facilities
- Boat launching
- Unpowered sites
- Tap water (untreated)
- Non-flush toilets
- Toilets
- Water supply
Things to do
- Boating
- Fishing
- Swimming
Fees
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
Waikari River area, Hawke's Bay, North Island
Nearby
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Questions about Waikari River Mouth Campsite
Are dogs allowed at Waikari River Mouth Campsite?
Dogs are allowed on a leash.
Can you take a campervan to Waikari River Mouth Campsite?
No. You can get there by car.
What facilities does Waikari River Mouth Campsite have?
Boat launching, Unpowered sites, Tap water (untreated), Non-flush toilets and Toilets, and 1 more listed in KiwiCamping.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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