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Mangatutu Hot Springs Campsite

Mangatutu Hot Springs Campsite is a free, basic Department of Conservation campsite set within Kaweka Forest Park in the Hawke's Bay region, situated on the Mohaka River at the end of Makahu Road — roughly 75 km northwest of Napier.

Access requires about an hour on a gravel road, including a vehicle ford crossing, making it unsuitable for large campervans or caravans.

The campsite's main draw is a pair of fiberglass soaking tubs fed by geothermal water channeled from a riverside bluff, with views over the Mohaka River. Visitors can cool off by descending to the river itself.

Beyond the hot springs, the site serves as a popular base for fishing (rainbow and brown trout), swimming, rafting, tramping, and hunting sika and red deer.

A notable walking destination from camp is Te Puia Hut, an easy overnight tramp that can be extended to the Mangatainoka hot springs.

The campsite offers 45 tent sites on a first-come, first-served basis, with toilets, a picnic table and shelter, and stream water available. Fires are not permitted, and dogs are not allowed.


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