James Mackay Campsite

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About this campsite

Walk-in DOC campsite on the Heaphy Track, Kahurangi National Park. Features tent platforms, flush toilets, and views toward the Tasman Sea from Mackay Downs.

James Mackay Campsite is a walk-in Department of Conservation site on the Heaphy Track within Kahurangi National Park. This Great Walk campsite sits on the edge of Mackay Downs in low forest, offering distant views of the Tasman Sea and Heaphy River mouth 15 kilometres west and 750 metres below. The site accommodates up to ten campers across five tent sites, with timber platforms available for pitching. Facilities include flush toilets, sinks, and tap water. Access is by foot or mountain bike along the track. Bookings and current pricing can be confirmed through the Department of Conservation.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Location

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Weather Forecast

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WED🌦️

13° / 1°

💧 25%

THU☁️

17° / 3°

💧 35%

FRI☁️

16° / 6°

💧 50%

SAT🌦️

13° / 7°

💧 98%

SUN🌦️

15° / 7°

💧 92%

Common questions about James Mackay Campsite

What facilities does James Mackay Campsite have?

James Mackay Campsite has toilets. 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 James Mackay Campsite online?

We hold no online booking link for James Mackay Campsite, 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 James Mackay Campsite?

James Mackay Campsite sits in WTC. 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 James Mackay Campsite

Facilities recorded for James Mackay Campsite
Facility	On site
Toilets	Yes

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