Okarito Community Campground
Facilities & details
Amenities and on-site features reported for Okarito Community Campground.
Know before you go
Practical things to prepare for a trip to Okarito Community Campground.
- Bring cash for fees in case card payment isn't available on site.
Location
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What’s nearby
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🏞️ Attractions

The Ōkārito River is a river of the West Coast Region of New Zealand's South Island. It flows northwest from the northern end of Lake Mapourika, reaching the Ōkārito Lagoon 15 kilometres west of Whataroa.
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beach near Ōkārito, New Zealand
The Ōkārito River is a river of the West Coast Region of New Zealand's South Island. It flows northwest from the northern end of Lake Mapourika, reaching the Ōkārito Lagoon 15 kilometres west of Whataroa.
The Waiho River (traditionally the Waiau River) is a river of the West Coast region of New Zealand's South Island. It is fed by the meltwater of the Franz Josef Glacier and skirts the main township of Franz Josef to its south, where its river bed is crossed by SH 6 on a long single-lane bridge. Due to changes in rainfall and snow melt, the river's water flow varies greatly. In a severe rain storm

beach in New Zealand
Waiau Glacier Coast Marine Reserve is a marine reserve of the West Coast Region of New Zealand's South Island. It covers an area of 4,641 hectares or 46 km2, from 11 km south from Kohuamarua Bluff near Ōkārito, to Omoeroa Bluff, and about 4 km out to sea.
🛒 Amenities & services
🍽️ Food & drink
- Okarito Kayaks Cafe
🚰 Drinking water
- Drinking water
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
- Showers
🎾 Sports
- Tennis
Weather
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Best time to visit
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Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Okarito Community Campground.
How much does it cost to camp at Okarito Community Campground?
The posted price is 15 NZD / adult.
Can I bring an RV or caravan to Okarito Community Campground?
Yes, caravans and RVs are welcome.
Can I pitch a tent at Okarito Community Campground?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
Is there drinking water at Okarito Community Campground?
Yes, drinking water is available.
Are there toilets at Okarito Community Campground?
Yes, toilets are available on site.
Are showers available at Okarito Community Campground?
Yes, showers are available.
Is there an RV dump station at Okarito Community Campground?
No dump station is available.
Is Okarito Community Campground wheelchair accessible?
Yes, it's wheelchair accessible.
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