# Kohaihai Campsite and Heaphy Track End

> A DOC campsite at the end of the road north of Karamea, where the Heaphy Track meets a wild beach of rata and nīkau palms.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-kohaihai/

A DOC campsite at the end of the road north of Karamea, where the Heaphy Track meets a wild beach of rata and nīkau palms. A half-hour walk gives estuary and coast views; sandflies are persistent, so bring repellent and check the track status.

- **Nearest town:** Karamea, New Zealand
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -41.0830, 172.1130

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Featured in these trip guides

- [From Nelson to Westport via Nelson Lakes and the Buller Gorge](https://camping-spirit.com/guides/nzw-nelson-lakes-buller-westport/)

## Nearby

- [Oparara Basin Arches](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-oparara-arches/) – 12 km
- [Te Waikoropupū Springs](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-pupu-springs/) – 60 km
- [Ngārua Caves, Takaka Hill](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-ngarua-caves/) – 66 km
- [Pakawau Beach](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-pakawau-beach/) – 73 km

## FAQs

### Where is Kohaihai Campsite and Heaphy Track End?

Kohaihai Campsite and Heaphy Track End is in Karamea, New Zealand, at GPS -41.0830, 172.1130.

### Which road trips pass Kohaihai Campsite and Heaphy Track End?

Kohaihai Campsite and Heaphy Track End is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: From Nelson to Westport via Nelson Lakes and the Buller Gorge.

### What is there to see near Kohaihai Campsite and Heaphy Track End?

Places worth a stop nearby: Oparara Basin Arches (12 km), Te Waikoropupū Springs (60 km), Ngārua Caves, Takaka Hill (66 km) and Pakawau Beach (73 km).

### When is the best time to visit Kohaihai Campsite and Heaphy Track End?

The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)