Arohena Campsite
About Arohena Campsite
Arohena Campsite is a DOC campsite in Lake Arapuni Conservation Area, Waikato, on the North Island. It has 50 sites. Its facilities include barbecue, boat launching and campfires allowed, 10 in all. Things to do here include fishing, kayaking and picnicking. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan. Dogs need a DOC permit. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Cambridge TOP 10 Holiday Park, 33 km away.
This campsite on the western shores of Waikato River is perfect for swimming, picnicking, fishing and water sports.
Facilities
- Barbecue
- Boat launching
- Campfires allowed
- Unpowered sites
- Cooking shelter
- Tap water (untreated)
Things to do
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Picnicking
- 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 Arapuni Conservation Area, Waikato, North Island
Nearby
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Questions about Arohena Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Arohena Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Arohena Campsite?
Dogs need a DOC permit.
Can you take a campervan to Arohena Campsite?
Yes. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan.
What facilities does Arohena Campsite have?
Barbecue, Boat launching, Campfires allowed, Unpowered sites and Cooking shelter, and 5 more listed in KiwiCamping.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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