Hangdog Camp is a family-owned campground near Takaka that has served rock climbers and outdoor enthusiasts since the late 1990s. Located a ten-minute walk from the renowned sport climbing crag at Paines Ford, it offers low-cost, minimal-facility camping for those happy with basic accommodation. The site primarily caters to national and international climbers visiting Takaka's crags at Paines Ford and Pohara, and has become a fixture in New Zealand's climbing scene. Facilities include hot showers, toilets, fridges and a wet-day shelter. Bookings are recommended, with some availability for walk-ins.