Tukino Mountain Road

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Tukino Mountain Road

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Located in Taupo, Taupo Region

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Information

Large gravel and sand area just off the Desert Road - State Highway 1.

Stunning views of Mt Ruapehu on a clear day

Very exposed to the weather so plan accordingly - this area does get snow in winter.

Details

Feature Value Info

Location

North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷ Taupo

Categories
  • Freedom Camping
  • Free
Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Free Camping (NZ$0)

Overnight Camping Site Cost

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

Free Camping (NZ$0)

Free Camping (NZ$0)

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 display the "Responsible Camper" sticker.

Campsite Managing Organisation

  • 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.

Maximum Sites Available

  • Up to 5 sites

Maximum Sites Available

How many camping or parking sites are available for staying overnight in?

Up to 5 sites

There are only between one and five camping/parking sites available.

Water Supply

  • No

Water Supply

Is there fresh water available?

No

No

Shower

  • No shower

Shower

Is there a shower at this location?

No shower

No shower is available.

Dump Station

  • No

Dump Station

Dump stations allow the safe disposal of sewage and greywater from self-contained vehicles. Does this site have a dump station?

No

No

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

First Come, First Served

Sites are allocated in a first come, first served basis. Get in early for the best spot.

WiFi Internet

  • No WiFi

WiFi Internet

What type of WiFi internet access is available?

No WiFi

There is no WiFi access available.

Powered Sites

  • No

Powered Sites

Does this establishment have powered sites?

No

No

Vehicle Access

  • Yes

Vehicle Access

Can vehicles drive in?

Yes

Yes

Large Vehicle Access

  • Yes

Large Vehicle Access

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

Yes

Yes

Be mindful of the soft sandy areas

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.

Toilet

  • No toilet

Toilet

Is there a toilet available?

No toilet

There are no toilet facilities available.

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DOC Managed

Thanks to all the good people working for the NZ Department of Conservation - for all your hard work - making NZ more beautiful, accessable and healthy! Cheers 😍

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Nick Morrison

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