5 Rankers Reviews
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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.
Feature | Value | Info |
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Organisation |
Central government organisation |
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Location |
North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷ Taupo |
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Ramjet
Ranking: 10/10
Awesome place got right up to the 3 lodges camped one nite there then another nite further down the hill, first nite got to -4 and bit of a storm loved it for the start on Jan 2022… no people and not hot perfect.
Second nite was amazing had a wicked sunset can’t wait to return
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Cait Sharp
Ranking: 9/10
Amazing spot on a clear day. Incredible views of the mountains and large open space for our campervan! Only downside is the traffic noise from the Hiighway, but worth it for the view.
WWW
Ranking: 2/10
Felt uncomfortable parking here as there was no DOC freedom camp signage here
Lisa J
Ranking: 9/10
Great views of snowy mountains. Big sandy area to side of road. Kids had fun playing in the snow.
Jo
Ranking: 9/10
A sandy area just off the highway. (No toilets.) It's an amazing, unique landscape with a great view of the mountain. Kids can play among the grassy bumps. We loved it.
Downsides are the road noise from the highway, and that people sometimes drive through on their way to the Tukino skifield.
The site was deserted when we stayed in July, although people turned up in the morning.
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 😍