Dickey Flat Campsite
Standard campsiteLocated in Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park, WaikatoOpen
Current advisories
Crown Tramway Track partial closure
03 February 2026
The Crown Tramway Track that forms the loop walk via Windows Walk, is closed due to landslips. This is a long-term closure. The Windows Walk is open. Return to the Karangahake Carpark by going back through the Windows Walk tunnel. The start of the Crown Track to Dickeys Flat begins after you descend the staircase from the Windows Walk tunnel. First published on 13 September 2022. Last reviewed on 4 February 2026.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai alerts.
- Sites
- 35
- Booking
- Not bookable
- Cost
- Fee applies
- Power
- None
- Toilet
- Non-flush
- Water
- Yes
- Dogs
- On a lead
Getting there
Leave SH2 at Waikino, via Waitawheta Road southbound over a one-lane bridge, then take Kennedy Road and Dickey Flat Rd. The final approach is unsealed road.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Topo map: LINZ, CC BY 4.0. 37.43814° S, 175.74723° E

About this place
This campsite is located beside the Waitawheta River, known for its trout and some great swimming holes downstream. There is a year-round liquor ban at the campsite.
Know before you go
Rat Bait
Diphacinone, commonly known as D-Block, is being used to control rodents around the Dickey Flat Campground. The rat bait is stored in lockable bait stations for the safety of people and pets. Don’t touch these bait stations. Watch children at all times. Poison bait and carcasses are deadly to dogs – keep your dog on a lead at all times.
Water safety
If you plan to enjoy the water, learn how to stay safe when swimming, boating and fishing .
Weather
During heavy rain or a severe weather event this campsite is prone to flooding and may be evacuated and/or closed for safety reasons. Check this page for alerts.
Wasps
Wasps are present in the area, especially in the warmer months. They can become aggressive if disturbed. Avoid nests, cover food and supervise children.
Vehicle access
Caravans, campervans and motorhomes less than 11 m long are able to set up in the carpark, near the walk in area to the campsite. Singular vehicles or combined towed caravan and vehicle over 11 m, cannot safely navigate the narrow, winding road to Dickey Flat Campsite. Due to tight corners and risks of getting stuck or going off-road. Additionally, the campground carpark cannot accommodate vehicles over 11 m. As it makes entry, turning, and maneuvering difficult, especially when full.
No hunting
No hunting is permitted around this campsite.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Nearby stops
Dickey Flat Adventure Camp
Waikato • 0.2 km
Daly's Clearing Hut
Standard • 16 bunks • Waikato • 5.4 km
Daly's Clearing Hut is a standard 16-bunk hut located in the Tauranga area.
Mattresses • Toilets - non-flush • Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Waihi Motor Camp
Waikato • 8.8 km
Hardys Hut
Waikato • 11.1 km
Waitawheta Hut
Serviced • 26 bunks • Waikato • 11.1 km
Waitawheta Hut is a serviced 26-bunk hut located in the Tauranga area.
Heating • Mattresses • Toilets - non-flush
Walks nearby

Crown Track to Dickey's Flat
Easy • 1 hr one way • 3 km • 1.79 km away

Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway
Easy • 45 min or 4 hr return • 2.5 km or 7 km • 2.2 km away

Owharoa Falls Track
Easy • 5 min one way • 200 m • 2.62 km away
Daly's Clearing Loop Track
Advanced • 4 hr • 7.5 km • 5.53 km away

Waitawheta Tramway
Intermediate • 8 hr (return), 3-4 hrs one way • 19 km • 9.31 km away
Contact
DOC Customer Service Centre
Regional DOC service centre.
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Sources
- DOC Campsites · CC BY 4.0Data sourced from the Department of Conservation (DOC), New Zealand.
- DOC Campsites (API) · CC BY 4.0Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai. Data sourced from the DOC Developer Portal (api.doc.govt.nz).
- OpenStreetMap Campsites · ODbL (Open Database License)Contains information from OpenStreetMap, made available under the ODbL.