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Organisation |
South Wairarapa District CouncilCouncil organisation |
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Location |
North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷ Featherston |
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Overnight Camping Site Cost |
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Overnight Camping Site CostWhat is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Free Camping It costs nothing to stay overnight. In general this means that you should not expect any facilities. |
Overnight Stay Rules |
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Overnight Stay RulesWhat are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? 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. |
Maximum Stay Duration |
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Maximum Stay DurationHow many consecutive days can you stay overnight at this establishment? 5 nights You may not stay more than five nights in a row at this campsite. Camping is permitted for up to 21 days. |
Water Supply |
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Water SupplyIs there fresh water available? No water supply There is no supply of fresh water. |
Shower |
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ShowerIs there a shower at this location? No shower No shower is available. |
Dump Station |
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Dump StationDump 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 |
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Booking RequiredIs 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 |
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Powered SitesDoes this establishment have powered sites? No powered sites This campsite does not offer any powered sites with an electricity supply. |
Large Vehicle Access |
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Large Vehicle AccessCan 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 |
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DogsDoes this establishment allow dogs? Dogs allowed The location allows dogs. There may be conditions that may be met eg. dogs must be on a leash. Dogs must be under control at all times. |
Vehicle Access |
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Vehicle AccessCan vehicles drive in? Vehicle accessible This location is accessible in a vehicle. |
WiFi Internet |
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WiFi InternetWhat type of WiFi internet access is available? No WiFi There is no WiFi access available. |
Campfire Rules |
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Campfire RulesWhat are the rules for open air fires? Fires prohibited There is a total fire ban -no fires are permitted. |
Toilet |
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ToiletIs there a toilet available? Public toilet There are toilet facilities available to the general public. |
✓ Beautiful lake views
✓ Stunning sunsets
✓ Spacious area
✓ Peaceful surroundings
✓ Great for freedom camping
𐄂 Windy conditions
𐄂 Smelly long drop toilets
Great spot, just needs water and rubbish.
A quiet and peaceful spot.
Top place to stay, beautiful landscape.
Nice view of the lake, a little windy.
Beautiful free campsite.
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10/10 | 7 |
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9/10 | 10 |
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8/10 | 16 |
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7/10 | 7 |
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6/10 | 1 |
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4.0/5
Big open space with nice view.
Plenty of trees to hide if it gets windy. Toilets not far away but no water available. Had a great night here!
Reviewed 3 months ago
4.0/5
Nice view of the lake, a little windy.
The bathroom was clean. There wasn't water to wash the dishes. There is a common dining room with a big table.
We saw a beautiful and colourful sunset
Reviewed 8 months ago
4.0/5
Nice spot, beautiful sunset.
Lot of grassy spots. Long drop toilets, a bit smelly.
Reviewed 9 months ago
3.5/5
Toilets smelly and very windy!
But so much room and beautiful views 😍
Reviewed 9 months ago
4.0/5
Beautiful spot for freedom campers.
The wind was insane so try to park near some hedges. Bathrooms were dirty and did not have sinks.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
3.5/5
Beautiful spot.
Was a bit disappointed that the grass was so long. And obviously the self contained only has totally gone over some people's heads. Part of it looks like a shanty town. Bit of a fire hazard with all the tall dry grasses on the edge of the lake. But definitely quiet.
Reviewed almost 2 years ago
3.5/5
Beautiful free campsite.
The toilets were fine (not very clean, but reasonable). The worst problem there, were some flies. They kept sitting on you and intruding your car. Therefor we were forced to go to bed early. We couldn't find a spot where those flies were not around. There was also a lot of wind, but when you put your car horizontally next to the bushes, it was do-able.
Reviewed about 2 years ago
3.5/5
HUGE domain area.
Grassy, not the fattest, bumps galore. 2 long drop toilets. Lake has beautiful birdlife. Sunset was awesome at very end of domain, sunrise was beautiful on the left.
Reviewed over 2 years ago
4.0/5
Great spot, just needs water and rubbish.
Heaps of spots, nice toilets and even has great reception for our kids to do school work👌🏽👌🏽
Reviewed over 2 years ago
3.0/5
Nice large area right by the lake.
What's letting it down a bit are all the permanent parked up vehicles and a pile of rubbish bags on a big heap by the toilets. Can be very windy too.
Reviewed almost 3 years ago
4.0/5
Big open space with nice view.
Plenty of trees to hide if it gets windy. Toilets not far away but no water available. Had a great night here!
Reviewed 3 months ago
4.0/5
Nice view of the lake, a little windy.
The bathroom was clean. There wasn't water to wash the dishes. There is a common dining room with a big table.
We saw a beautiful and colourful sunset
Reviewed 8 months ago
4.0/5
Nice spot, beautiful sunset.
Lot of grassy spots. Long drop toilets, a bit smelly.
Reviewed 9 months ago
3.5/5
Toilets smelly and very windy!
But so much room and beautiful views 😍
Reviewed 9 months ago
4.0/5
Beautiful spot for freedom campers.
The wind was insane so try to park near some hedges. Bathrooms were dirty and did not have sinks.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
3.5/5
Beautiful spot.
Was a bit disappointed that the grass was so long. And obviously the self contained only has totally gone over some people's heads. Part of it looks like a shanty town. Bit of a fire hazard with all the tall dry grasses on the edge of the lake. But definitely quiet.
Reviewed almost 2 years ago
3.5/5
Beautiful free campsite.
The toilets were fine (not very clean, but reasonable). The worst problem there, were some flies. They kept sitting on you and intruding your car. Therefor we were forced to go to bed early. We couldn't find a spot where those flies were not around. There was also a lot of wind, but when you put your car horizontally next to the bushes, it was do-able.
Reviewed about 2 years ago
3.5/5
HUGE domain area.
Grassy, not the fattest, bumps galore. 2 long drop toilets. Lake has beautiful birdlife. Sunset was awesome at very end of domain, sunrise was beautiful on the left.
Reviewed over 2 years ago
4.0/5
Great spot, just needs water and rubbish.
Heaps of spots, nice toilets and even has great reception for our kids to do school work👌🏽👌🏽
Reviewed over 2 years ago
3.0/5
Nice large area right by the lake.
What's letting it down a bit are all the permanent parked up vehicles and a pile of rubbish bags on a big heap by the toilets. Can be very windy too.
Reviewed almost 3 years ago
5.0/5
Ae marika, very peaceful spot if you park on the righthand side, disability toilets are clean.
Windy at times but still an awesome place to stay. You can park right next to the lake.
Reviewed about 3 years ago
5.0/5
Beautiful stay right by the lake with some lovely walks and lots of bird life.
Heaps of space to park up for a night (or two)
Very cold in the morning in July, so make sure you bring a blanket or three :)
Reviewed over 3 years ago
5.0/5
We haven't camped at a prettier or more peaceful lake before.
So many swans and other birds on the lake.
A unexpected bonus was that there is wi fi and cell phone coverage despite reading comments that there was none.
Heaps of room and easy flat parking right beside the lake or under the trees.
Reviewed over 3 years ago
4.0/5
A quiet and peaceful spot.
Lovely lake, awesome sunsets, brilliant for stargazing. There are two composting toilets, a large undercover eating area, plenty of rubbish bins but no water supply . You can camp lakeside at numerous spots, or beneath large trees for shade. A fantastic spot with no overnight charge.
Reviewed almost 4 years ago
4.0/5
Bit off the beaten track.
Very quite only a handful campers. Adequate toilet facilities. Woke up to beautiful lake. Great for stop over off ferry.
Reviewed about 4 years ago
4.5/5
Amazing spot!
Beautiful for sunset and sunrise. Cant swim in the lake but still a lovely peaceful spot
Reviewed over 4 years ago
4.0/5
I think this place would be lovely in the summer, loads of parking space the driveway has lots of pot holes.
A very windy place as the wind comes off the Remutaka’s and builds up across the lake. Thanks
Reviewed over 4 years ago
5.0/5
Fantastic location.
Plenty of space at 6pm with great view of the lake. Ok toilets.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
4.0/5
Really nice spot.
Heaps of space. Wouldn't want to swim in lake. No water, clean long drop toilets. Nice little shelter area with big table.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
4.0/5
Great location especially for catching the early morning ferry.
Very busy spot so have to get in late afternoon especially if your a larger vehicle.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
4.0/5
A room with a view in our camper.
great spot!
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
4.0/5
Arrived fairly late to a big spacious lakeside park.
No faciliies, a bit breezy but they allow dogs and its free. Just over an hour away from the ferry terminals
Reviewed over 5 years ago
4.5/5
We loved this spot.
Plenty of room and lovely view of the lake and the ranges. Nice big trees at the end of the park. We never write dumb reviews about toils as you are supposed to be self contained. We recommend this place as a good first stop out of Wellington if you travel slow like us.
Reviewed over 5 years ago
4.5/5
A very beautiful camping spot right on the lake.
Loads of space, all pretty flat and quiet when we stayed- around 10 other campers but such a huge site we weren't cramped in. Two drop loos were very clean and had toilet paper! Also had a good covered space for eating/preparing food and plenty of rubbish bins. No water or dump station, but not a problem if you come prepared! Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed over 5 years ago
5.0/5
Great free spot.
Nice view of lake. Went there at night after taking a late ferry which was exhausting in the dark but ok. Plenty of space.
Reviewed about 6 years ago
4.0/5
Great spot with plenty of space on lake edge.
Can be windy. Spoiled by numerous trail bikers camping at site.
Reviewed about 6 years ago
4.5/5
We loved this spot.
Arrived in the dark but managed to find plenty of options on flat land. Woke up to stunning views of the lake and wetlands. We didn't check out the toilets but drove around to see we had an option of parking near these as well as a covered area with a large table. We will return here and look forward to experiencing it in the summer months for some boating.
Reviewed over 6 years ago
3.5/5
Great spot to stopover Just lacking cycle or walking activities
Reviewed over 6 years ago
4.5/5
Amazing camping spot with a fantastic view!
Only 2 other campervans there when we stayed. Long drops weren't the best I've seen but at least there is a toilet. So glad we camped here as it was one of the most peaceful places we stayed.
Reviewed over 6 years ago