Basic Camping

Kerosene Creek, Rotorua

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Basic Campsites

Camping with just the bare essentials in some of the most beautiful locations across NZ. Expect a non-flush toilet that's intermittently serviced. Anything more is a bonus.

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North IslandRotorua Region

Camp on the shores of Lake Rerewhakaaitu

North IslandRotorua Region

Guy Roe Reserve

Lake Rerewhakaaitu

Rotorua District Council managed reserve. Camping in designated areas permitted for both vehicles and tents.

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Camp on the shores of Lake Rerewhakaaitu

Lake Okareka Scenic Reserve

This is a small and pretty campsite 15 minutes out of Rotorua City. Also known as Lake Ōkāreka Scenic Reserve.