08 October 2026
Mainly fine, but the odd shower this afternoon and early evening. Light winds.
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Lake Ōkareka Campsite
This lakeside campsite is only 15 min from Rotorua. You can swim or fish in the lake.
Category
Standard
Booking
Not required
Unpowered sites
12
Dogs
Not allowed
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Rotorua forecast
Issued 8 Oct 2026, 3:49 pm
09 October 2026
Cloudy periods, with the odd shower late afternoon and early evening. Southeasterlies developing in the morning, dying out in the evening.
10 October 2026
Mainly fine, but isolated showers in the morning and afternoon. Light winds, then northerlies developing in the afternoon.
11 October 2026
Rain becoming persistent in the morning. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
12 October 2026
A few showers. Light winds.
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About Lake Ōkareka Campsite
This lakeside campsite is only 15 min from Rotorua. You can swim or fish in the lake.
Dog access at Lake Ōkareka Campsite
No dogs.
Facilities at Lake Ōkareka Campsite
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Water from stream
- Wheelchair accessible with assistance
- Toilets - non-flush
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Bookings, access, facilities, water, fire restrictions and dog rules can change. Confirm current information and carry out all waste.