Travel & Explore

Directions:Heading south on State Highway 1, take exit 461 toward Pukekohe. Turn right onto State Hwy 22 (Karaka Road), in 4km turn right onto Whangapouri Rd. Then first left (800m) into Manuwai Lane. Our place is #35, third on the left (300m). (10 minutes from Traillite Pukekohe). Head north on Paerata Rd, at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto State Hwy 22. In 3km turn left onto Whangapouri Rd. In 800m turn left onto Manuwai Lane. Property is in 300m on the left (3rd house)Additional Info: Handy to Akl Airport, Trailight, Pukekohe & Karak horse sales. If the ground is too wet larger vehicles may not be able to stay, please ring or text to check conditions.Restrictions: Not suitable for busses.Dogs/pets need to be under control as our property is not fully fenced. Max 3 vehicles.

From Te Puke township: Head southeast on Stewart St, turn left onto Oxford St. At roundabout, take 2nd exit onto Jellicoe St then turn onto Palmer St. Restrictions: Members MUST check in on arrival & visitors signed in. Dogs must be on leads at all times. Max. vehicle length 7m. Designated Council parking.

Directions: The site is 8km or 10 minutes from Upper Hutt (and 40 minutes from Wellington). From Upper Hutt, head north on State Hwy 2. Turn right onto Plateau Rd - signs for Heritage Railway/Maymorn Station/Remutaka Cycle Trail/Tunnel Gully. The property is near the end of Plateau Road. Additional Info: Peaceful location near entrance to Pākuratahi Forest Regional Park. The site is at the front of the property with good privacy. Includes access to all outdoor areas including a large private garden/apple orchard, sheltered BBQ area, laundry, outdoor furniture, vegetable beds and several seating spaces. Power is provided from the shed, where bikes can also be stored securely. A surcharge of $5 (per vehicle, per night) to access the shower and toilet indoors. Directly opposite the property is a swing and slide set near a safe turning bay. In one direction, the site is walking distance to the Tunnel Gully bush tracks and picnic areas, and in the other it is walking distance to strolls along the Hutt River passing by Te Mārua store. Other amenities: 1km to Remutaka Cycle Trail and Pakuratahi Mountain Bike Trails, 3km to Te Mārua Golf Course and Wellington Speedway. It is also a short drive to Brewtown. The bus stop that is located a few metres from the property runs a regular circuit to central Upper Hutt shopping area and the train station.Restrictions: NZMCA member access only  Max. 1 Vehcile 

From Te Anau: Head south approx. 2kms. Turn onto Te Anau-Mossburn Hwy/SH94 then turn right onto Manapouri-Te Anau Hwy/SH95. Take 1st right after 80kmph sign onto Golf Course Rd. Turn into driveway on left, keep right at end of drive. Additional Information: Secure parking for track walkers. Proximity to lake & walks. Restrictions: Dogs must be on lead at all times.

Each year people come in droves to take in the stunning scenery and see festival attractions

The festival runs over the three days of the Auckland Anniversary weekend in late January

Bring the family and join us for our first (and most famous) race day of the new year!

Free sausage sizzle Saturday lunch

Bookings will be required

Nelson Creek Recreation Reserve. From Ngahere turn onto Nelson Creek Rd, travel approx 6kms, entrance located opposite the Nelson Creek Hotel. Rally fees: $15pp/pn, children $10pp/pn, family (up to four children) $30pn. Saturday evening shared meal, the club is supplying the meat etc, members bring a salad or a dessert. Bring a gift approx

Family Rally