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14 Tongariro / National Park Village

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Just like camping on Mars!

This drive is not for the faint hearted - a rough gravel with the odd stream crossing so definitely watch the weather - and the capabilities of your vehicle!

But.......if that all lines up, you will never have such a beautifully bizarre nights stay. I can imagine Nasa coming here to train before the Mars landing.

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Organisation

DOC Central North Island

Central government organisation

Location

North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷ Tongariro / National Park Village

Categories
  • Activity__freedom_campingFreedom Camping

Directions

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Coordinates

-39.2720327089719

175.670299434662

Latitude
-39.2720327089719
Longitude
175.670299434662
Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Free Camping Free Camping

Overnight Camping Site Cost

What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight?

Free Camping

Free Camping

It costs nothing to stay overnight. In general this means that you should not expect any facilities.

Overnight Stay Rules

  • Self-contained motorhomes only Self-contained motorhomes only

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Self-contained motorhomes only

Self-contained motorhomes only

Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must have either a 'blue warrant' certificate of self-containment, or a 'green warrant' certificate of self-containment.

Campsite Managing Organisation

  • DOC Managed DOC Managed

Campsite Managing Organisation

What type of organisation operates this campsite?

DOC Managed

DOC Managed

This campsite is managed by the Department of Conservation. DOC is a New Zealand government organisation.

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Maximum Stay Duration

  • 4 nights

Maximum Stay Duration

How many consecutive days can you stay overnight at this establishment?

4 nights

You are permitted to stay at this campsite for up to four nights in a row.

Four nights maximum in a single calendar month, between 5 pm and 9 am the following day, from 1 November to 30 April inclusive.

Dump Station

  • No dump station

Dump Station

Dump 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

  • First Come, First Served

Booking Required

Is 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.

Powered Sites

  • No powered sites

Powered Sites

Does this establishment have powered sites?

No powered sites

This campsite does not offer any powered sites with an electricity supply.

Large Vehicle Access

  • Large vehicle accessible

Large Vehicle Access

Can large vehicles such as motorhomes, housebuses and caravans gain access?

Large vehicle accessible

The site is accessible with large vehicles such as motorhomes and 5th wheelers.

Dogs

  • No dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Dogs

Does this establishment allow dogs?

No dogs allowed

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

  • Vehicle accessible

Vehicle Access

Can vehicles drive in?

Vehicle accessible

This location is accessible in a vehicle.

DOC Campsite Category

  • DOC Restricted Freedom Camping Site

DOC Campsite Category

What category does this Department of Conservation (DOC) campsite fall into?

DOC Restricted Freedom Camping Site

Department of Conservation Restricted Freedom Camping Sites are for Self Contained Vehicles only with restrictions over length of stay. Some of these locations may have a toilet, but this can't be expected.

WiFi Internet

  • No WiFi

WiFi Internet

What type of WiFi internet access is available?

No WiFi

There is no WiFi access available.

Campfire Rules

  • Fires prohibited

Campfire Rules

What are the rules for open air fires?

Fires prohibited

There is a total fire ban -no fires are permitted.

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Reviews

    • Icon__tickGreat views

    • Icon__tickSafe for families

    • Icon__tickAdventurous spot

    • Icon__cross4WD required

    • Icon__crossBad road conditions

    • Icon__crossVery cold at night

    • Amazing spot and really adventurous!

      Icon__personmichael

    • Awesome place to visit or stay.

      Icon__personDarren Hura

    • Rating depends on the weather.

      Icon__personJohannes

    4.3 8 Reviews Analysis

  • Amazing spot and really adventurous!

    but 4wd is a must have! It gets windy and cold in the night

    Reviewed over 2 years ago

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    michael

  • Road is closed for 2WD, road in very bad condition ☹️

    Reviewed almost 3 years ago

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    Anastasia

  • We did not go all the way in but stopped somewhere that looked nice.

    It is a great spot. Great views. We had our three kids with us and felt safe. It is just by a mimutary zone and we hade helicopters hovering and shooting sounds untill a little after dark. Then it was beautifully quiet. It gets really cold when dark.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago

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    cearon

  • Absolutely beautiful place to camp, right under the mountain, gets cold and windy so be prepared, easy drive up as long as it hasn't rained in a few days, it floods easily.

    No facilities, yet the solitude and the quite is worth it. Great hike up to the ski field club houses as well 6.5km from the camping spot

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2021

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    Mario

  • Awesome place to visit or stay.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in June 2020

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    Darren Hura

  • Beautiful location with stunning views of the mountains, very weather dependent though.

    The entrance off the main road comes up very quickly so keep a sharp eye out. 6-7km up a gravel road, keep going until you cross a stream and then keep going further until you see the sign in the picture. No facilities so you need a self contained van but worth it for peace and silence away from roads and other people.

    Feels a bit like another world, could be on the surface of the moon!

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2020

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    Peter

  • Rating depends on the weather.

    Be aware of the fact that there is nothing and nobody around you apart from the mountains. Nice views if weather is good. No facilities at all. Tough gravel road to get there.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in March 2019

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    Johannes

  • If you struck good weather this would be an interesting place to camp one night.

    If the weather is not good I wouldn't bother travelling down the road-you will just see mist.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in December 2014

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    Cherie Marshall