Lake Ōkāreka Campsite sits on the northern shores of Lake Ōkāreka within the Lake Ōkāreka Scenic Reserve, about 15 minutes east of central Rotorua in the Bay of Plenty.

The lakeside setting makes it a popular base for swimming, fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding, while a nearby trail leads to a well-known jumping rock.

The campsite accommodates both tents on a grassed area and campervans, with facilities including toilets and a cooking shelter with tables. It operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance bookings accepted.

DOC Campsite Passes are valid here, and dogs are not permitted in this DOC-administered area. Several walking opportunities are accessible from camp, including a scenic loop track around the lake and a boardwalk trail through wetlands.

Boyes Beach, a short distance away, offers a playground and additional overnight parking for motorhomes and campervans.