Whirinaki Recreation Camp

The place

DOC recreation camp in Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne Conservation Park (East Coast, NZ), at 356 m. 30 sleeping places spread across 3 cabins of 10. Wood heating. Large outdoor cooking shelter with wood-fired BBQ (fuel supplied). One cabin is wheelchair accessible. Access: 5 km from Minginui Village via Old Te Whaiti Road. Online booking required; gate opened via keybox with a code supplied on confirmation. Cabin rates: $35/night off-peak, $42/night peak season (Dec 23-Jan 16). Exclusive use: $105-126/night. Activities: walking tracks, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, horse trekking. Three short walks start from the camp.