Katipo Creek Shelter Campsite

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About this campsite

Walk-in campsite on Heaphy Track in Kahurangi National Park with shelter, five tent sites, toilets, water and coastal views. DOC-managed Great Walk site.

Katipo Creek Shelter Campsite is a walk-in Great Walk campsite located on the Heaphy Track in Kahurangi National Park, managed by the Department of Conservation. The site features a 1970s-style shelter, five tent sites on grassy areas, and can accommodate up to 10 campers. Facilities include toilets with toilet paper, a water tap, sinks and a water tank. The campsite offers coastal vistas and sits relatively close to the beach, though the terrain is somewhat exposed to weather conditions. Bookings are required, with fees varying by residency status and season. This is one of nine Great Walk campsites along the Heaphy Track.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Location

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Common questions about Katipo Creek Shelter Campsite

What facilities does Katipo Creek Shelter Campsite have?

Katipo Creek Shelter Campsite has toilets. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Katipo Creek Shelter Campsite online?

We hold no online booking link for Katipo Creek Shelter Campsite, 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.

Where is Katipo Creek Shelter Campsite?

Katipo Creek Shelter Campsite sits in WTC. 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.

Facilities at Katipo Creek Shelter Campsite

Facilities recorded for Katipo Creek Shelter Campsite
Facility	On site
Toilets	Yes

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