Oparure Crag

12/04/2026

07/04/2026

Big props to the team from Wellington who came up for a send at over the Easter weekend. Got much good work done.

11/11/2025

Only 4 weeks to go until the RCC Xmas party!

We'll be at Riverbends Camp Ground 28th - 30th November

Cost will be $10 per person per night + Pakeho Crag fees for those who want to climb there too. We’re wanting to confirm numbers by Saturday 15th November. Please get in touch if you’re keen and aren't already on the chat group.

26/12/2024

The Rotorua Climbing Club had their annual Christmas Party at Oparure Crag this year. A very special location just out from TeKuiti. The Limestone Cliff offe...

06/05/2024

Big thanks to the WCC for the shout out. If you're looking for a place to stay we're open all year. https://www.hipcamp.com/en-AU/land/brackenthwaite-y0zho2er

Nestled in the Waitomo district is the Oparure Crag. This crag not only has some amazing climbing but has its own little camping spot too. River Bends Camping has kindly donated a camping voucher as a spot prize for our upcoming competition. Make sure you discover this great climbing spot.

07/02/2024

Signage going up prior to afew more events and being open to the public for drive in day climbing.
https://linktr.ee/river_bends
https://www.hipcamp.com/en-AU/land/brackenthwaite-y0zho2er

10/12/2023

Absolutely beautiful day at Oparure Crag. Big thanks to the Waikato Climbing Club and everyone who put in time to make this happen. Special thanks to Kiwi Cave Rafting for taking climbers through their cave.


https://www.blackwaterraftingwaitomo.co.nz/
https://linktr.ee/river_bends

18/11/2023

Come on down to the Oparure_crag and have a good time climbing.
Message ahead or text/call on the day to sign in.
Option to stay overnight on the Terraces for $15 per vehicle.
https://linktr.ee/river_bends
https://maps.app.goo.gl/FDRBLMLWz5CBJeNE6

09/11/2023

If you know, you know. But if you don't know, then here you go. Had alot of people asking what exactly a 'crag' is and so I figure alittle cragducation was in order.
Check out the link to find out more about crag etiquette and good climbing courtesy with regards to the greater crag environment.
https://www.acat.org.nz/for-climbers/crag-behaviour

31/10/2023

Some climbers came and stayed at the River Bends campground over Labour weekend, afew good sends were had by all with everyone enjoying their time exploring the greater Oparure Crag.

Use Code: R21X4RNX to get 10% off at River Bends when you book via Hipcamp.