Waitohi Bush
Campground
Contact
Kakahu 7985, South Island.
Description
This campsite provides the most stunning panoramic views of the Timaru District. With several walking tracks through the native bush, Waitohi is the perfect retreat for those who love the outdoors.
Waitohi Bush is surrounded by a pine plantation but the bush in the reserve includes mahoe, lemonwood, myrtle, black matipo, red matipo, marble leaf, narrow leaved lacebark, cabbage trees, kowhai, kanuka, five finger broadleaf, lancewood, wineberry, and fuchsia. The rare native climbing daisy grows here. along with Pohuehue and Parsonsia creepers which are abundant in places. There are some kahikatea, matai and totara trees.
Bird life includes bellbirds (korimako), fantails (piwakawaka), silver eyes, grey warblers, tomtits and the shining cuckoo.
Features
Wonderful views over South Canterbury from the top of the hill
Abundant bird life
Native forest
Picnic area with water and BBQ
New Toilet installed November 2018
Drinking water
Please camp responsibly:
Always use a toilet
Please dont litter
Please dispose of toilet waste sensibly
Respect your fellow campers
Be prepared - Weather in New Zealand can change unexpectedly so make sure you check the forecast for any warnings and always carry appropriate provisions.
Features
Location
Lat: -44.178688 Lng: 171.117238