Lake Aniwhenua Campground

Bay of Plenty

Bay of Plenty

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Free CampingTent SiteShowerToilets

About this campsite

Free campground at Lake Āniwaniwa on the Rangitaiki River, Bay of Plenty. Hot showers, toilets, tent and vehicle sites. Bring drinking water.

Lake Aniwhenua Campground sits beside Lake Āniwaniwa, a small man-made lake on the Rangitaiki River in the Bay of Plenty. Operated by Whakatāne District Council, this free campsite welcomes both tent campers and self-contained vehicles. Facilities include separate toilets and changing rooms for men and women, plus complimentary hot showers. While basic amenities are provided, visitors should bring their own drinking water or boil water before use. The reserve offers straightforward camping access on council-controlled land with essential conveniences for overnight stays along the Rangitaiki River corridor.

What this place offers

Amenities

Shower

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Tent Site

Location

Lake Aniwhenua Campground•BOP

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Common questions about Lake Aniwhenua Campground

Is Lake Aniwhenua Campground free to camp at?

We have Lake Aniwhenua Campground in BOP 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.

What facilities does Lake Aniwhenua Campground have?

Lake Aniwhenua Campground has tent site, shower and 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 Lake Aniwhenua Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Lake Aniwhenua Campground, 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 Lake Aniwhenua Campground?

Lake Aniwhenua Campground sits in BOP. 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 Lake Aniwhenua Campground

Facilities recorded for Lake Aniwhenua Campground
Facility	On site
Tent Site	Yes
Shower	Yes
Toilets	Yes

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