Morison Bush

Wellington

Morison Bush

Wellington

At a glance

CampgroundBackcountry

About this campsite

Backcountry camping beside the Ruamahanga River in Wairarapa. Basic facilities, river swimming, no fires or dogs. Low-cost site on private farmland.

Morison Bush is a backcountry camping area in Wairarapa beside the Ruamahanga River, operated on private farmland by the Tucker family. The site offers basic facilities including a long-drop toilet, with swimming access at the river. Campers need to be self-sufficient and are expected to take rubbish with them. No fires or dogs are permitted. The location provides a quiet, riverside setting surrounded by trees, accessible via gravel road. Payment is by cash or internet banking, with details posted at the entrance. Contact the landowner beforehand to confirm availability and current arrangements for this low-cost camping option.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Backcountry

Location

Morison Bush•WGN

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Common questions about Morison Bush

What facilities does Morison Bush have?

Morison Bush has backcountry. 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 Morison Bush online?

We hold no online booking link for Morison Bush, 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 Morison Bush?

Morison Bush sits in WGN. 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 Morison Bush

Facilities recorded for Morison Bush
Facility	On site
Backcountry	Yes

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