Kahuterawa Reserve

MWT

Kahuterawa Reserve

MWT

About this campsite

Free camping at Kahuterawa Reserve near Palmerston North. Riverside site with toilets, BBQs, stream swimming and mountain bike trail access in the Tararuas.

Kahuterawa Reserve sits beside the Kahuterawa Stream in the Tararua foothills, 17 kilometres south of Palmerston North. Managed by Palmerston North City Council, this free camping area marks the main entrance to Arapuke Forest Park mountain biking trails and serves as a base for riders using the trail network. The reserve offers toilets, wood-fired barbecues, parking and picnic spots, with the stream providing swimming opportunities in summer. Camping is permitted for three consecutive nights, and dogs are allowed under strict control. Beyond mountain bike access, the reserve suits picnickers and visitors seeking short walks surrounded by Tararua bush.

Location

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Common questions about Kahuterawa Reserve

Is Kahuterawa Reserve free to camp at?

We have Kahuterawa Reserve in MWT recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

Can you book Kahuterawa Reserve online?

We hold no online booking link for Kahuterawa Reserve, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season. If a managing authority takes bookings by phone, their number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Kahuterawa Reserve?

Kahuterawa Reserve sits in MWT. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

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