Karamatura Valley Campground
Campsite★ 4.6 (12 reviews)
- Brand
- Auckland Council
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About
Back-to-basics large grass clearing in the Karamatura Valley. The campground sits next to a stream. It can only be access on foot.
What guests mention
Hidden gem of campground.
Only problem is the swarm of mosquitos at 9pmGood facilities not too crowded. Remember, boil all water from here.
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Location
What's nearby
- Huia Settlers Museum0.3 km
- Huia Lookout1.6 km
- Huia Dam Intake Tunnel 1.7 km
- Orpheus Bay1.9 km
- Kaitarakihi Beach2.4 km
- Kakamatua Beach3.3 km
Straight-line distances.
Getting there & essentials
- Nearest airport
- Irwin Road Emergency Glider Strip — 9.9 km
- Nearest station
- Glen Eden — 13.3 km
- Nearest beach
- Orpheus Bay — 1.9 km
- Sea temperature
- Sea temperature about 14.5 °C in October (Open-Meteo Marine, measured 2026-10-01)
- Driving
- Drives on the left
- Currency
- NZD
- Power
- Type I plugs · 230 V · 50 Hz
- Tap water
- Generally safe to drink
Straight-line distances.
Street view
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Frequently asked questions
How do you get to Karamatura Valley Campground?
From Karamatura Valley Campground, the nearest station, Glen Eden, is about 13.3 km away; Irwin Road Emergency Glider Strip is around 9.9 km away (straight-line distances).
How far is Karamatura Valley Campground from the beach?
The nearest beach, Orpheus Bay, is about 1.9 km from Karamatura Valley Campground in a straight line.
How is Karamatura Valley Campground rated?
Karamatura Valley Campground scores 4.6 out of 5 across 12 guest reviews.
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