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Tukino Mountain Road

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.

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Feature Value Info

Organisation

DOC Central North Island

Central government organisation

Location

North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷ Taupo

Categories
  • Activity__freedom_campingFreedom Camping

Directions

To Coordinates

Coordinates

-39.29648048426

175.740187072754

Latitude
-39.29648048426
Longitude
175.740187072754
Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Free Camping Free Camping

Overnight Camping Site Cost

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

Free Camping

Free Camping

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 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

Water Supply

Is there fresh water available?

No water supply

There is no supply of fresh water.

Shower

  • No shower

Shower

Is there a shower at this location?

No shower

No shower is available.

Dump Station

  • No dump station

Dump Station

Dump 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

  • First Come, First Served

Booking Required

Is 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

  • No powered sites

Powered Sites

Does this establishment have powered sites?

No powered sites

This campsite does not offer any powered sites with an electricity supply.

Large Vehicle Access

  • Large vehicle accessible

Large Vehicle Access

Can 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.

Be mindful of the soft sandy areas

Vehicle Access

  • Vehicle accessible

Vehicle Access

Can vehicles drive in?

Vehicle accessible

This location is accessible in a vehicle.

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.

WiFi Internet

  • No WiFi

WiFi Internet

What type of WiFi internet access is available?

No WiFi

There is no WiFi access available.

Toilet

  • No toilet

Toilet

Is there a toilet available?

No toilet

There are no toilet facilities available.

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Reviews

    • Icon__tickGreat mountain views

    • Icon__tickQuiet and peaceful setting

    • Icon__tickLarge open space

    • Icon__tickAwesome sunsets

    • Icon__crossNo signage available

    • Icon__crossNoise from nearby highway

    • Icon__crossNot officially allowed for freedom camping

    • Great views and very quite.

      Icon__personCraig

    • A sandy area just off the highway.

      Icon__personJo

    • Amazing spot on a clear day.

      Icon__personCait Sharp

    • Great views of snowy mountains.

      Icon__personLisa J

    • Don’t stay here!!

      Icon__personSteph

    3.9 8 Reviews Analysis

  • Don’t stay here!!

    No signage and right next to the highway. Much better off driving on to the national army museum car park in Waiouru.

    Reviewed over 1 year ago

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    Steph

  • A kind police officer informed us that this area is not actually permitted for freedom camping (hence the lack of signage etc.

    Reviewed almost 3 years ago

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    JR

  • Great views and very quite.

    There are no DOC signs and the ground is very soft so make sure you stick to the hard ground leading from the road.

    Reviewed almost 3 years ago

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    Craig

  • 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

    Reviewed over 3 years ago

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    Ramjet

  • 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.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in November 2021

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    Cait Sharp

  • Felt uncomfortable parking here as there was no DOC freedom camp signage here

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in October 2021

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    WWW

  • Great views of snowy mountains.

    Big sandy area to side of road. Kids had fun playing in the snow.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in September 2020

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    Lisa J

  • 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.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in July 2020

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    Jo