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Urchin Campsite

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This popular site makes a good base for hunting, tramping, walking and mountain biking with a variety of tracks close by. (via site)

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Toilets
Open fires
Dogspermit

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🏞️ Attractions

Urchin (1,392 m)Summits & peaks

hill in New Zealand

1.4 km · ~7 min driveDirections ↗
View of the Pillars of HerculesAttractions1.4 km · ~17 min driveDirections ↗
Pillars of HerculesAttractions1.6 km · ~19 min driveDirections ↗
Waikato FallsWaterfalls

Waterfall in New Zealand

3.4 km · ~23 min driveDirections ↗
Waikato Falls ViewpointAttractions

BW Die Waikato Falls sind ein Wasserfall im Kaimanawa Forest Park östlich des Volcanic Plateau in der Region Waikato auf der Nordinsel Neuseelands. Er liegt im Lauf des Tongariro River. Seine Fallhöhe beträgt 5 Meter. Vom New Zealand State Highway 1 zweigt 15 km südlich von Tūrangi die Kaimanawa Road zum Wasserkraftwerk von Rangipopo ab. Nach weiteren 2,5 km folgt ein Abzweig nach Norden zum Beggs

4.6 km · ~27 min driveDirections ↗
Tara o te Marama (1,434 m)Summits & peaks

hill in New Zealand

4.8 km · ~28 min driveDirections ↗
Poutu FallsWaterfalls

Waterfall in New Zealand

13.9 km · ~36 min driveDirections ↗

🛒 Amenities & services

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How much does it cost to camp at Urchin Campsite?

Urchin Campsite is free to camp at.

Do I need to book ahead for Urchin Campsite?

No — it's first-come, first-served.

Are campfires allowed at Urchin Campsite?

Yes, campfires are permitted — always check for seasonal fire bans before you go.

Are there toilets at Urchin Campsite?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are dogs allowed at Urchin Campsite?

Yes, dogs are allowed.

Who runs Urchin Campsite?

Urchin Campsite is operated by Department of Conservation.

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