Makarau Scout Camp

Ideal back to basics campsite that I have used for a number of events. The buildings are perfect for a back up in the event of awful weather, and for teaching. The campsite is large enough for 30 Scouts to camp with leaders on the bottom field and extra room on the top field for parking or tenting.

Wonderful and historic place

Awesome place to camp and get away from it all.

Excellent scout camp for small group camp in rooms. Two rooms are suitable for kids to sleep in. Boys in one, girls in the other. One room takes 10 to 14 kids if they sleep on their mats without stretchers, the other about 10. As male leaders, we slept out on the covered deck, which is okay as long as the rain doesn't blow in. Tents in winter are not advisable as ground is a bit boggy. Also need to avoid driving vehicles off the drive, as can easily get bogged down. Plenty of firewood for the open fires for outdoor cooking, but you need to take axes to chop it up. Activities can be run on the camp, or if you have enough vehicles then a small trip to the nearby waterfall with swimming hole is well worth it. Camp has a well appointment kitchen, with dining on the deck. Two long drop toilets are round the back.

The Makarau Scout Camp is convienentally located close to Auckland. It is surrounded by beautiful bush and Tui's sing in the trees. There is an option to hire Kyaks from the Kaukapakapa Scout Group. There is cutlery and plates and some cooking utensils onsite. There are 2 long drops on site and kitchen, Dining room, and hall. You can fit comfortably 10-15 kids in the hall for sleeping. They have really reasonable rates too.

The bird life is spectacular. Piwakwaka, Tokare... even Kookaburra! A great place to focus on camping. Be sure to have someone on Spark or Skinny network as coverage is very limited.

Literally old school and amazing. No cell phone reception which is a relief.

Hidden away in a secluded valley with only cow's for neighbours...

Fantastic spot to take scouts or ant youth group....be warned it gets cold at night....real cold