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Arataki Visitor Centre CSC overnight parking area at Arataki, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park
Designated parking spots in the main car parking area of the Arataki Visitor Centre with great walking tracks nearby.
For NZS5465 certified self-contained (CSC) campervans or motorhomes only and maximum of one vehicle per booking.
CSC vehicles can stay in the designated area for one night in the summer (daylight saving) and up to three nights during winter (non-daylight saving).
Alert - warning
Check for open and closed tracks and help protect our kauri
We have closed large sections of the Waitākere Ranges to prevent the spread of kauri dieback.
When you visit our parks, you need to clean your footwear and equipment to avoid transferring disease from one area to another.
Find open and closed tracks and read about protecting our kauri.
Arataki Visitor Centre CSC overnight parking area — Entrance to the Arataki precinct.
300 Scenic Drive, Nihotupu
Directions and access
The gates to the visitor centre are open 6am to 9pm during summer (daylight savings), and 6am to 7pm during winter (non-daylight savings).
Located in the main car park area.
Visit Arataki, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park for more access information.
Availability and prices
Maximum number of vehicles
8Maximum stay
1 night (1 October to 30 May).
3 nights (31 May to 30 September).Check-in time
11amCheck-out time
11amCost per vehicle
$18.00 (GST inclusive)
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Booking information
Bookings can only be made six months in advance. Availability refreshes at midnight daily.
Find out about booking changes and cancellations, and booking if you are under 18, on How to book accommodation.
Amenities
No water available - vehicles must be self-contained.
No power supply.
No toilets as vehicles must be self-contained.
Rules
Dogs must be on-leash at all times.
Your campsite must be clean and tidy during your stay, and when you leave.
No bins or rubbish disposal facilities. Take all rubbish and recycling with you when you leave.
You may stay in certified self-contained (CSC) vehicles at this site. It must have a current NZS5465 Certified Self-Containment Certificate from Ministry for the Environment.
Motorhomes, campervans, caravans, 5 wheelers and buses must not be longer than 10m.
You may not stay in tents or portable container dwellings.Fires prohibited at all times.
Information about the park
Arataki, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park
Your gateway to the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park.