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Located on the banks of the Waihī River, this campsite is a popular spot surrounded by kahikatea, mataī and lowland tōtara forest.
The Waihi Gorge Camping Ground is a huge grassy area with lots of rocky outcrops creating a terraced area with a stream running through the middle. It is a really sunny open space and is great in the afternoon. There are rubbish/ recycling facilities here. Please note that the surrounding farmland is private property.
To get here head out of Geraldine via Main Road North, onto Woodbury Road into Waihi Gorge Road.
Waihi Gorge Campsite is categorised as a DOC Standard Campsite. The following pricing indicates usual pricing. Prices vary for some campsites and may include seasonal pricing. Visit the DOC website for exact pricing.
Standard campsites have a more limited range of facilities and services than Serviced campsites. These campsites have toilets, a water supply that could be treated or untreated tap water, or from a stream or lake, and vehicle or boat access. Bring your own soap for washing hands. Untreated water should be boiled before use to ensure it's safe. Wood BBQs and fireplaces, cold showers, picnic tables, a cooking shelter and rubbish bins may be provided; this will vary from site to site.
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Unpowered Site | Adult | $10.00 to $15.00 per night |
Unpowered Site | Child | $5.00 to $7.50 per night |
Unpowered Site | Infant | $0.00 per night |
Adults are 18+ years, children are 5-17 years, infants are 0-4 years.
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Organisation |
DOC CanterburyCentral government organisation |
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Location |
South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Geraldine |
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Overnight Camping Site Cost |
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Overnight Camping Site CostWhat is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Low Cost Camping You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged. |
Overnight Stay Rules |
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Overnight Stay RulesWhat are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Camping and any vehicle You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle. |
Campsite Managing Organisation |
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Campsite Managing OrganisationWhat type of organisation operates this campsite? DOC Managed This campsite is managed by the Department of Conservation. DOC is a New Zealand government organisation. |
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ShowerIs there a shower at this location? No shower No shower is available. |
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Dump StationDump stations allow the safe disposal of sewage and greywater from self-contained vehicles. Does this site have a dump station? No dump station This location has no dump stations for the disposal of waste water from recreational vehicles. |
Booking Required |
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Booking RequiredIs it necessary to book a campsite in advance in order to stay overnight? First Come, First Served Sites are allocated in a first come, first served basis. Get in early for the best spot. |
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Powered SitesDoes this establishment have powered sites? No powered sites This campsite does not offer any powered sites with an electricity supply. |
Dogs |
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DogsDoes this establishment allow dogs? No dogs allowed The location does not allow dogs under normal conditions. Their may be be exceptions granted under specific circumstances eg. guide dogs. |
Vehicle Access |
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Vehicle AccessCan vehicles drive in? Vehicle accessible This location is accessible in a vehicle. |
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DOC Campsite CategoryWhat category does this Department of Conservation (DOC) campsite fall into? DOC Standard Campsite Department of Conservation Standard Campsites have a more limited range of facilities and services. Toilets (usually composting or pit variety) water supply (tap, stream, or lake) and vehicle or boat access. Wood barbeques and fireplaces, showers (cold), picnic tables, a cooking shelter and rubbish bins may be provided. Standard Campsites generally can not be booked. |
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ToiletIs there a toilet available? Public toilet There are toilet facilities available to the general public. |
✓ Peaceful and quiet
✓ Amazing views
✓ Well maintained
✓ Good for campervans
✓ Clean toilets
𐄂 No showers
𐄂 No power
Very helpful, chatty lady host.
Such a beautiful spot for a night.
Our first camp out of Christchurch.
Big camping area.
Beautiful campsite with the river beside it!
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10/10 | 6 |
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9/10 | 11 |
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8/10 | 8 |
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7/10 | 1 |
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6/10 | 2 |
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5/10 | 0 |
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4/10 | 0 |
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5.0/5
A great campsite , peaceful and quiet with amazing views.
Good access for campervans and very well looked after.
Reviewed 9 months ago
4.5/5
Our first DOC campsite in NZ.
Wonderful outlook towards the mountains. Lots of campsites. Clean flush toilets. Lots of nice walks and close to Geraldine for supermarket and internet. Beautiful river and rapids.
Reviewed 11 months ago
5.0/5
This was our first campground and it was pretty hard to beat.
It was so quiet, clean and in a fab setting. No showers or power but that didn’t matter
Reviewed almost 2 years ago
4.0/5
Big camping area.
Quiet. Lovely spot next to a river. just toilets and sinks. Very basic but was free when I got there. Stayed 1 night with tent. Good accessible by gravel road (fine for driving on it, also with bigger vehicles).
Reviewed about 2 years ago
4.5/5
Beautiful, wide campsite, definatley worth 8 bucks p.p.
furthermore there was a very nice camphost who was happy to Help with any problems.
Toilets are super clean, river nearby is warm and nice to swim unfortunaley no trouts to fish there, so that wohl 9/10
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
4.0/5
Our first camp out of Christchurch.
Lots of room to camp with clean, flushing toilets. We had a great time exploring the river and the drive in, though a little long, was through beautiful countryside,so worth it. Definitely recommend.
Reviewed about 5 years ago
4.5/5
This was a beautiful campground, it was a bit of a drive out of town but worth it.
Huge camping area, we were the only ones there when we stayed. Beautiful stream that you can camp near. Clean, flushing toilets on each end of the campsite. We would definitely visit again.
Reviewed about 5 years ago and experienced in June 2019
4.0/5
Really nice doc site.
Freindly manager. Clean toilets. Beautiful surroundings!
Reviewed over 5 years ago and experienced in March 2019
4.5/5
Very helpful, chatty lady host.
Chose a nice spot for us with a view. Proper flush toilet was clean. Grassy areas and some have space for camp fire.
Reviewed over 5 years ago
4.5/5
Yey! Finally a campsite which offers fire making options!
We were so happy! Untill the rain began to fall... Nevertheless the campsite is well taken care of and has an fine toilet site. Good place to stay overnight.
Reviewed almost 6 years ago and experienced in December 2018
4.0/5
Beautiful views, we especially loved how peaceful it was, I think there was only one other camper on the entire site!
Easy self registration $8per person. Cool that there are fire pits which help to keep the sandflies away!
Reviewed over 6 years ago
3.0/5
Lots of sandflies, facilities were okay but not very clean.
It's cheap, so that was good, but very basic campsite.
Reviewed almost 10 years ago
5.0/5
A great campsite , peaceful and quiet with amazing views.
Good access for campervans and very well looked after.
Reviewed 9 months ago
4.5/5
Our first DOC campsite in NZ.
Wonderful outlook towards the mountains. Lots of campsites. Clean flush toilets. Lots of nice walks and close to Geraldine for supermarket and internet. Beautiful river and rapids.
Reviewed 11 months ago
5.0/5
This was our first campground and it was pretty hard to beat.
It was so quiet, clean and in a fab setting. No showers or power but that didn’t matter
Reviewed almost 2 years ago
4.0/5
Big camping area.
Quiet. Lovely spot next to a river. just toilets and sinks. Very basic but was free when I got there. Stayed 1 night with tent. Good accessible by gravel road (fine for driving on it, also with bigger vehicles).
Reviewed about 2 years ago
4.5/5
Beautiful, wide campsite, definatley worth 8 bucks p.p.
furthermore there was a very nice camphost who was happy to Help with any problems.
Toilets are super clean, river nearby is warm and nice to swim unfortunaley no trouts to fish there, so that wohl 9/10
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
4.0/5
Our first camp out of Christchurch.
Lots of room to camp with clean, flushing toilets. We had a great time exploring the river and the drive in, though a little long, was through beautiful countryside,so worth it. Definitely recommend.
Reviewed about 5 years ago
4.5/5
This was a beautiful campground, it was a bit of a drive out of town but worth it.
Huge camping area, we were the only ones there when we stayed. Beautiful stream that you can camp near. Clean, flushing toilets on each end of the campsite. We would definitely visit again.
Reviewed about 5 years ago and experienced in June 2019
4.0/5
Really nice doc site.
Freindly manager. Clean toilets. Beautiful surroundings!
Reviewed over 5 years ago and experienced in March 2019
4.5/5
Very helpful, chatty lady host.
Chose a nice spot for us with a view. Proper flush toilet was clean. Grassy areas and some have space for camp fire.
Reviewed over 5 years ago
4.5/5
Yey! Finally a campsite which offers fire making options!
We were so happy! Untill the rain began to fall... Nevertheless the campsite is well taken care of and has an fine toilet site. Good place to stay overnight.
Reviewed almost 6 years ago and experienced in December 2018
4.0/5
Beautiful views, we especially loved how peaceful it was, I think there was only one other camper on the entire site!
Easy self registration $8per person. Cool that there are fire pits which help to keep the sandflies away!
Reviewed over 6 years ago
4.5/5
Beautiful spot by the river.
Very friendly caretaker. Toilets flush and clean. Great spot for a night or two and close to town.
Reviewed about 7 years ago
3.5/5
We paid $16 for two people in an unpowered campervan site.
This is a big grassy area with nice views and very basic facilities, though the toilets do flush. Sand flies were present and annoying here. The spot seems to be in the middle of nowhere, so I wouldn't recommend driving far out of your way for it, but if you're in the area this a fine spot to spend the night! Good value overall.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in January 2017
5.0/5
The best camping site we have experienced throughout our two week holiday.
Amazing scenery!
Reviewed about 8 years ago
4.0/5
Fantastic spot, beautiful river, great space, nice toilets.
Reviewed about 8 years ago
4.0/5
Beautiful campsite with the river beside it!
No facilities though there were some toilets, but they didn't work. Only water that you have to boil before drinking. So if you don't need all that, the site is amazing!
Reviewed almost 9 years ago
3.0/5
Lots of sandflies, facilities were okay but not very clean.
It's cheap, so that was good, but very basic campsite.
Reviewed almost 10 years ago
5.0/5
Just as described, peaceful countryside with sheep and stream.
Loos clean. Exactly what we needed and much nicer than being in Geraldine itself.
Reviewed almost 10 years ago
4.0/5
Good site, beautiful location, no faults and would use again.
Reviewed about 10 years ago and experienced in March 2014
4.5/5
Such a beautiful spot for a night.
Spacious, cheap ($6) and scenic. Not too far off the main rd and well worth it for a quiet night by the river
Reviewed almost 11 years ago
5.0/5
Really great (and cheap) DoC campsite in utterly stunning scenery - mountains, forest, river, you've got it all.
Plenty of room too, and a few decent toilets too. No sandflies either - yay!
Reviewed almost 12 years ago
4.5/5
Waking up with sheep.
Very scenic. A little bit off the main road.
Reviewed about 12 years ago and experienced in March 2012
4.5/5
A long way from any other city, a peaceful place with a beautiful forest in the background and a nice stream.
Not so many sandflies either. Fee $6.
Reviewed over 12 years ago
4.5/5
Wonderful DOC campsite, lot of space, nice cooling down (small) river.
Great views! And only $6/person.
Reviewed over 13 years ago
4.5/5
A beautiful setting, alongside a manuka and rata bush on one side and farm land with cows and sheep on the other side.
plenty of grass for kids to run around and play on.
stayed with kids in a motorhome/bus and tent jan 2011.
beautiful river, small swimming holes for a safe dip in the refreshing water. kids enjoyed making dams and catching cockabillies.
nice doc camping ground with small fee. clean toilets and water that needs boiling.
Reviewed almost 14 years ago