Piggots Campground

Waikato

Piggots Campground

Waikato

At a glance

CampgroundBackcountryTent Site

About this campsite

Walk-in backcountry campground in Hūnua Ranges Regional Park, Auckland. Basic tent sites for trampers, water from stream, access via walking tracks.

Piggots Campground is a walk-in backcountry site in the Hūnua Ranges Regional Park, managed by Auckland Council. Located between Mangatawhiri and Mangatangi Reservoirs, this tent-only campground accommodates up to 20 people and serves as a base for trampers exploring the surrounding tracks. Water is available from a nearby stream but requires treatment before drinking. Access is on foot via tracks including Lilburne Road Track and Ernies Track from Upper Mangatawhiri Dam. The site offers basic facilities and has a maximum stay of seven nights, providing a remote camping experience in this regional park south-east of Auckland.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Backcountry

Tent Site

Location

Piggots Campground•WKO

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Common questions about Piggots Campground

What facilities does Piggots Campground have?

Piggots Campground has backcountry and tent site. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Piggots Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Piggots Campground, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Piggots Campground?

Piggots Campground sits in WKO. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Piggots Campground

Facilities recorded for Piggots Campground
Facility	On site
Backcountry	Yes
Tent Site	Yes

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