Whakaipo Campsite is a free DOC conservation campsite on the shores of Lake Taupō in the Central North Island, reached by driving through Acacia Bay and turning off onto Mapara Road at the DOC signpost.

The site sits within farm park surroundings and offers direct lake access for swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing, along with sweeping views of the water.

The campsite is open to certified self-contained vehicles only — tents and non-self-contained vehicles are not permitted. No bookings are required; it operates on a first-come, first-served basis.

Dogs are welcome but must be kept under control at all times, and open fires are prohibited. From the campsite, visitors can access the 14 km W2K track to Kinloch and the Headland Loop, both popular with walkers and mountain bikers passing through native bush.