Humphries Bay Campsite
Basic campsiteLocated in Lake Tarawera Scenic Reserve, Bay of PlentyOpen
- Booking
- Not bookable
- Power
- None
- Toilet
- Non-flush
- Dogs
- No dogs
Getting there
We have not checked a road end or car park for this place yet, so we do not give driving directions to it. Check how to get there before you go. Some routes cross private land and need the landowner's permission.
How to get there, on doc.govt.nzThere are a number of commercial operators that run either boat or helicopter transport around the Rotorua Lakes area, creating a variety of options for connecting trails or getting to / from campsites. Find commercial operators for Lake Tarawera Scenic Reserve
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Map and tracks
Track lines: DOC Te Papa Atawhai. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Topo map: LINZ, CC BY 4.0. 38.16614° S, 176.42965° E
About this place
A basic camping area at the northern arm of Lake Tarawera. A great place for a swim, with beautiful water and superb views of Mount Tarawera.
On the way here
Northern Tarawera Track · 3 hr
This track can be walked from either end and is accessible by boat or connecting tracks. The track begins at the Tarawera Outlet swing bridge. Cross the bridge and take the left hand track at the junction. The track passes a jetty a short distance from the Outlet and progresses westward. Views of the lake become less frequent as the track climbs inland. The track descends into Humphries Bay - a pleasant picnic and overnight camping area. Camping facilities and toilets are provided at Lake Tarawera Outlet and Humphries Bay campsites.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Know before you go
Water safety
If you plan to enjoy the water, learn how to stay safe when swimming, boating and fishing .
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Nearby stops
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Holdens Bay Holiday Park & Conference Centre
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Walks nearby
Eastern Ōkataina Walkway
Advanced • 3 hr one way • 10.5 km • 3.28 km away
Ōkareka Mistletoe Walk
Easiest • 10 mins • 7.34 km away
Tarawera Outlet to Falls Track
Easy • 2 hr one way • 5 km • 7.74 km away
Tarawera Falls Track
Easiest • 20 min one way • 700 m • 7.9 km away
Tikitapu Nature Walk
Easiest • 30 min • 8.9 km away
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Sources
- 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.
- DOC Campsites · CC BY 4.0Data sourced from the Department of Conservation (DOC), New Zealand.