Waiohine Gorge Campsite
Dogs on a leash only
About this campsite
This secluded campsite is at the head of two spectacular gorges above the Waiohine River. A popular area for rafting, canoeing, swimming, and outdoor education.
Clear water with deep pools and rocks to jump off. Only an hour up river to unnamed creek which has another swing bridge and a great view of the river. Wade up stream to find a secret beach then float back down to bridge.
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Getting there
From Carterton drive through Matarawa. Follow Moffats Rd, Joseph Rd then Waiohine Gorge Rd to end. 18 km NW of Greytown. Waiohine Gorge Road is gravel with rough, narrow, and windy sections. There are two forded stream crossings. Drive carefully. Location 18 km northwest from Greytown in the Tararua Forest Park.
Department of Conservation
Before you go
Sandflies may be prolific near the river. Swing bridge surface may not be suitable for some dogs.
Department of Conservation
Walk from the tent
The closest dog-friendly tracks to this campsite, straight-line distance.
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.