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Kakapo Campsite

Kakapo Campsite is a free Department of Conservation campsite set within Kaimanawa Forest Park in New Zealand's Central North Island, roughly 27 km east of Taupō.

It is reached by turning off State Highway 5 onto Taharua Road, then continuing along Clements Mill Road. The surrounding area offers a range of outdoor pursuits including hunting, fishing, rafting, short walks, and tramping.

Campfires are permitted in designated fire places when no fire ban is in effect, and horses are not allowed at this site.


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