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Maharanui Campsite

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This is a boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access. (via site)

Walk-in only

Key facts

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Pitches & accommodation

Pitches36

Facilities & details

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Feevaries
Capacity36
Backcountry
Internet

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Location

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What’s nearby

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🏞️ Attractions

TukutahoraSummits & peaks

hill in New Zealand

1.3 km · ~3 min driveDirections ↗
Ruangarara (381 m)Summits & peaks

hill in New Zealand

3.5 km · ~8 min driveDirections ↗
Maraekōwhai Hauhau Niu Poles Historic ReserveAttractions4.7 km · ~11 min driveDirections ↗
Ohura Falls
Ohura FallsWaterfalls

The Ōhura River is a river of the western North Island of New Zealand. It flows southward from its source close to the town of Ōhura, and flows into the Whanganui River. In July 2020, the name of the river was officially gazetted as Ōhura River by the New Zealand Geographic Board.

4.9 km · ~12 min driveDirections ↗
Lower Ohura FallsWaterfalls

The Ōhura River is a river of the western North Island of New Zealand. It flows southward from its source close to the town of Ōhura, and flows into the Whanganui River. In July 2020, the name of the river was officially gazetted as Ōhura River by the New Zealand Geographic Board.

4.9 km · ~12 min driveDirections ↗
Papaumu (385 m)Summits & peaks

hill in New Zealand

63.6 km · ~124 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

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How much does it cost to camp at Maharanui Campsite?

Maharanui Campsite charges a camping fee.

Is there WiFi at Maharanui Campsite?

No, there's no internet access on site.

How many sites does Maharanui Campsite have?

Maharanui Campsite has around 36 pitches.

Who runs Maharanui Campsite?

Maharanui Campsite is operated by Department of Conservation.

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