Wellington · Standard

Catchpool Valley Campsite

Dogs on a lead

Dogs on a leash only

99 dog-friendly hikes within 30 km
FeeNo fee
Sites19
CategoryStandard
BookingBook ahead
DOC Campsite PassAccepted
Facilities
BBQNon-poweredPowered sitesShelter for cookingShower - coldToilets - flushWater from tapWheelchair accessiblePhone
Getting there
CampervanCarCaravan

About this campsite

This is a standard campsite in the Wellington region. Camp beside Catchpool Stream close to walks in the Ōrongorongo Valley.

There is a large space for casual campers as well as three smaller areas. Bookings are required for all campsites. The areas are clearly signposted.

Department of Conservation

Fires: No fires allowed

Getting there

South of Wainuiomata follow the Coast Rd for 10 km to the main Remutaka Forest Park entrance. Drive 2.5 km towards the top carpark. In heavy rain you may need to drive across a concreted stream ford. The gate to the campsite is on the right before the end of the road. The driveway into the campsite is gravel. This is a 45 minute drive from Wellington city.

Department of Conservation

Before you go

There is mobile phone reception. Fires not permitted at any time. Motorised quad bikes and motorcycles not permitted at any time.

Department of Conservation

Walk from the tent

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this campsite, straight-line distance.

On a curated trip

This campsite is a base for a longer dog-friendly route.

Sourced from the Department of Conservation. The campsite facts and the dog rule on this page come from DOC and are used under CC BY 4.0. Details change with the seasons, the DOC page is the source of truth. The terrain drawing above is our own, computed from elevation data.

Location -41.3520, 174.9231 · View this campsite on doc.govt.nz