Wentworth Valley Campground
Set in a serene bushland environment surrounded by regenerating native forest and nestled adjacent to the Wentworth River. A number of walks start at the campground and includes mines, waterfalls and extensive views of the Coromandel ranges.
The swimming holes in the Wentworth River are very popular during the summer period and a nice way to relax after a day at the beach.
There is a choice of camp sites including secluded alcoves with plenty of shade and open areas for games and children.
PRICING PER NIGHT
| ADULT - Unpowered | $18.00 to $21.50 each |
| ADULT - Powered | $21.00 to $24.50 each Return email to book. Bring your own compliant camping cord. |
| KIDS 5 - 17 years | $9.00 each Must be accompanied by a parent for kids’ rate. |
| KIDS 0 – 4 years | FREE |
| HOT SHOWERS | $2 coin for 5 minutes |
Bookings required for the following dates:
(please complete the booking enquiry form, link below)
SUMMER 24/25 - 20th December 2024 to 10th February 2025
BEACH HOP – 26th March to 30th March 2025
EASTER – 18th April to 21st April 2025
Outside of these dates you are welcome to turn up WITHOUT a booking (unless you need a powered site – complete booking enquiry form, link below).
Once the main campground is fully booked, we have plenty of space available in the extended area of which is serviced by Port-a-loos and hot/cold showers.
REGISTRATION
Upon arrival, stop at the office to register. If the office is not open at the time of your arrival, please be prepared with cash, so you can self-register.
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Check in after 11am.
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Check out before 10am.
(when it is not peak dates as above check out time is relaxed to before 1pm). -
No open fires or charcoal barbecues but you are welcome to bring your own gas or butane cookers.
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Pack out what you pack in (NO RUBBISH BINS ONSITE).
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Powered sites need to be booked and can be done by return email.
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Unpowered you are welcome to turn up at any time APART from the dates excluded above. Bookings for dates in the excluded list above can be made by return email.
Facilities
- Food preparation and cleaning areas
- Gas BBQ's
- Fresh water supply
- Long-drop toilets
- Hot and cold showers
- Powered camper van sites
- Native bush walks
- Walk to the waterfall
- Freshwater swimming in the river
- Dogs welcome
- Check out the glowworms and eels
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Enjoy the stars, on a clear night they are amazing!
Directions
Wentworth Valley Road, off Port Road. 1.8 km south of Whangamata.
5kms along gravel road, over the ford and turn right at driveway at end of road.
History
At the turn of last century the valley was home to around 300 gold miners and their families. Many relics of these pioneering days are still found in the area. Prior to the gold mining days the Kauri loggers and Gum Diggers worked these valleys. The old Telegraph line from Wellington also crossed the Coromandel Range at this point. The line was diverted up the coast due to the Maori Wars in the Waikato, 1845 to 1872.
Links
Wentworth Falls Walk
A 3 km walk from the campsite to the Wentworth Falls.
Department Of Conservation
Protecting New Zealand's natural and historic heritage.
Coromandel Information
Rustic, relaxed and unspoiled, the Coromandel is one of New Zealand's best-loved holiday destinations.