Manganuku Campsite

Bay of Plenty

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Manganuku Campsite

Bay of Plenty

At a glance

CampgroundBBQCaravansTent SiteToilets

About this campsite

DOC-managed campsite beside the Waioeka River near Ōpōtiki, with basic facilities, native bush setting and a historic Howe truss bridge nearby.

Manganuku Campsite, managed by the Department of Conservation, sits beside the Waioeka River in Waioweka Gorge Scenic Reserve near Ōpōtiki. This easily accessed site off State Highway 2 offers tent and caravan sites surrounded by native bush, with basic facilities including non-flush toilets, a BBQ area and stream water. The campsite features one of the few remaining historic Howe truss bridges, providing both heritage interest and river access for swimming and fishing. With space for around 20 sites, it serves as a practical base for exploring the gorge.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Facilities

BBQ

Location

Manganuku Campsite•BOP

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Common questions about Manganuku Campsite

What facilities does Manganuku Campsite have?

Manganuku Campsite has bbq, caravans, tent site 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 Manganuku Campsite online?

We hold no online booking link for Manganuku 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. If a managing authority takes bookings by phone, their number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Manganuku Campsite?

Manganuku Campsite 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 Manganuku Campsite

Facilities recorded for Manganuku Campsite
Facility	On site
BBQ	Yes
Caravans	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Toilets	Yes

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