Another lake-edge option with a choice of sites on various levels, there is no
power and fire bans are frequently in place. Lake Middleton on one side and
Lake Ohau on the other, you are spoilt for fishing choices. This reserve has at
least 20 tent sites in a pleasant, well-treed location and according to the locals
there are no sand flies. There are a couple of tables and ample rubbish bins on
hand, but the only amenities are toilets and taps. The honesty box is for your
registration. $400 for a season, overnight family tickets are $20 for two adults
and two children under 15.

A small number of sites behind the lodge with power and taps, and in a different area are plenty of tent sites, under the trees or out in the open. Some sites have incredible views over Lake Ohau, but do bring your inspect repellent or buy some at reception. Campers share facilities with the lodge guests, there are no cooking facilities but you can treat yourself to a meal in the formal restaurant. There is use of a spa pool and a drying room, petrol and eftpos are available. Plenty of good fishing in Lake Ohau, a ski field nearby, and the lodge is on the A20 cycle trail. Your hosts are Mike and Louise Neilson.

This is a secluded, back to nature bush site around 6km from Wanaka, you will find it off Aubrey Road. A myriad of landscaped camping sites are scattered amongst the manuka shrubbery, with tracks to the lake. Choose your site in the sun or shade, and look at the breath taking views of the mountains and lake. Right on the source of the Clutha, this is a special place for fishing so there is a boat ramp, in the office is a small shop and assistance for booking local activities and forward accommodation. The amenities are sturdy and spotless and the kitchen clean with good equipment, outside dining, and barbecues. The ablutions are not numerous but are well presented and extra toilets are scattered around the grounds. Showers are coin operated, $1 for five minutes of hot water. A corridor laundry has automatic washers and a dryer. The natural bush makes for a great children_s playground, and Internet access is available. Open all year round, come and hire a bike and have a look around. Running this camp are Glenn and Tracy. Sites are $16 per adult and $8 per child. Powered sites are $5 extra per site.

Enjoy boating, fishing and swimming in the lake. Walk the Haast to Paringa Cattle Track.

There are 12 non-powered/tent sites.

Bookings are required.

With 50 acres of large sites set amongst the pine trees, you won't have trouble
finding a spot to enjoy the peacefulness of this lakeside campground. There are
two central amenity blocks, that include modern kitchens and bathrooms, as
well as room for dining both inside and out. The tidy and stylishly corrugated
showers are free, and the laundry has excellent automatic equipment.
Scattered around the grounds are several unique outdoor camping facilities
- shower and toilets in new corrugated iron and wood buildings but with
open air feeling of the old long drops. There are also BBQs and picnic tables
placed in several places, and a dump point is provided. On the edge of Lake
Ruataniwha the swimming is great, with a jetty and slide right by the camp,
there are also several playgrounds.  At the office is a well-stocked shop where
eftpos is available, a card operated phone, and you can hire pedal cars, canoes,
paddle boards, etc from here too. Kura and Tony Ritchie will look after you
andthis is a pet friendly park. Non-powered tent sites are $17 per adult and
$10 per child (2 to 15 years) per night. Power sites $18 per person.

It's not often you can say that nearly every site has a view, but with this terraced lakeside campground you can. Set above the beautiful crystal clear Lake Tekapo, the 76 powered sites and 100 tent sites are sheltered by pine trees around the edges, shade trees between most sites, as well as water taps and picnic tables. There are two amenity blocks, both are spotlessly clean, modern, and recently upgraded. Both kitchens are large, bright, and with all the equipment you will need, while the laundries have an ample amount of automatic coin operated machines. The TV lounge is carpeted and has a cosy atmospher here. Coin operated showers are hot and plentiful, there is also a baby's bath and changing table and more amenity blocks about to be built. The outdoor seating area includes shelter under a marquee tent, large picnic tables and free BBQs, all looking out over that amazing view. Children are well catered for here with a good playground that includes a trampoline and sandpit complete with toys. Across the road there is safe swimming in the lake and a boat ramp, there is also the Tekapo Springs just down the road with its hot pools and water slides, and an ice rink (weather permitting). Tekapo Village is only a short walk down the track and has a variety of eating places. Your hosts are Andrea and Gavin Cox. Power sites $25 per adult, $12 for children and tent sites $22 per adult and $12 for children.

This isolated campsite beside Lake Tennyson offers trout fishing, kayaking, boating and walking opportunities.

Free to camp at this site.

On neat level grounds34km south of Dunedin, this park is almost at the edge of the calm waters of Lake Waihola. Good swimming and water skiing are attractions. Bordered by trees, it has 76 power sites. Both kitchens have TV_s and dining space, and all cooking appliances are provided. The two well kept amenities blocks, have showers with their own hot water unit. The laundry is well equipped with auto machines. Launch your boat from the ramp or jetty, swim or water ski. There are many walks and activities in this area. Your friendly host is Mary-jo Tent sites here are $13 (per night), for powered sites it cost $16.50 for an adult. It is $8 for children under 12 and $4 for children under 4 per night.

Manicured lawns and tidy hedges, landscaped gardens and organic veges, caf_ dining and home-made baking. All this and more at this lovely motel and camping ground complex. Clean and tidy kitchen/dining with all amenities, including full stoves with pots and pans, the TV lounge is adjacent. Ablutions are clean and tidy and there are three laundries. At the entrance to the camp is a popular restaurant for delicious meals, excellent coffee, and a large deck with BBQ area where you can book in for the camp. Inside, the new relaxation area with pool table, flat screen TV, computer stations, juke box, and pull down movie screen has lots of comfy couches scattered around. From this base you can hike the Hump Ridge Track, or check your emails on the free wifi. Ten power points and nine unpowered sites are in a flat area close to native trees, there is also a dump station. Your hosts are Craig Rutland and Violaine Duma. Powered sites are $16 for adults and $14 for non-powered sites. Children under 13 years are half price, toddlers under two years are free.

With bush walks at your back door and the city minutes away this compact
park has 46 neat, level sites with taps. The kitchen is well equipped and the
dining hall has a comfortable communal tables and chairs. Off this room is a TV
annexe and down the hall are the toilets and showers which include a disability
suite. The laundry has plenty of automatic machines and there is a dump point
and well equipped children’s playground. You can leave your van tethered
and use the weekday bus service to the city. Surrounded by tall trees and a
gentle stream around two sides, there is the added attraction of glow worms!
Running this camp are John and Beryl. Tent and power sites $38 for 2 people,
a minimum charge of $24.

This lovely spot is definitely a secret waiting to be discovered. Clean modern facilities consisting of toilets, a communal shelter and a children's playground, and parking on hard stands. Take a stroll around the gardens and the lake, which was once a lignite pit, walk over the bridges, enjoy the birdlife and plantings, or take a guided tour. Have a coffee or a meal at the cafe (closed Mon and Tues) and read all about the history of the area, or visit the covered garden. Your friendly hosts are Maree, Barry, Eunice and Charlie. Unpowered is $10 per person, powered is $15 per person - this includes the $2 charge to take the scenic walk and a dump station too. This camp may be closed from beginning June to September. Note that they can only take self-contained vehicles.

Affordable accommodation close to Akaroa. Peaceful riverside sites for nature lovers.

Powered caravan, camper + Tent Sites

Prices are here.

Enjoy a great feed of whitebait at this traditional West Coast pub. Camping is on level ground with 10 power and numerous tent sites, all on grass and with established plantings for shelter. The toilets and showers are all part of the hotel complex, and are clean and tidy. There is no kitchen but you may be able to borrow the BBQ, the washing machine is free and so is the wifi. A children_s playground and great swimming holes are available to entertain, good fishing, both sea and river. Your hosts Wayne and Andrea supply a pickup service to and from the Wangapeka track, and they sometimes allow people who aren't camping to use the showers for a small charge of $5. Tent sites are $15 for two or, with power $20 for two, children under 14 years are free. Long term rates are available and this is a pet friendly camp.

Camp beside the beautiful lake in a grassy area. Walk or mountain bike from here, or take a swim in the icy waters.

Located in Lake Sumner Forest Park in the Canterbury region.

Bookings not required - first come, first served.

Loch Katrine huts

There are three huts in the area that can be booked for a fee, managed by the Loch Katrine Association.

Contact: Loch Katrine Association lochkatrinehuts@gmail.com

One of the six beautiful Waitaki Lakes camping areas.

Lorneville Holiday Park is a lovely space in the country. We have many powered sites, cabins & camp facilities. Only 10mins to the city. Long term too.

Small, scenic campsite with great views, popular with sea kayakers and boaties. Catherine Cove Resort and French Pass are nearby.

Bookings not required - first come, first served.

A well-concealed entrance leads to a dual purpose sports ground with provision
for camping around the edge of the field. There are 12 power sites tucked away
all over the place, it gets pretty full in summer. The showers have great pressure
of which there are five. Toilets are round the back
of the main block, there is no kitchen or lounge but an outside sink is provided.
Seating and a couple of fridges are underneath the verandah. The camp is
adjacent to a river with two good swimming holes or you can picnic or BBQ.
From his spot under the veranda, John is your on-site custodian. Unpowered
sites are $10 per person, powered sites $10 per person, kids year 9 down are free. The dump station is $2.

A pleasant little site on the outskirts of Lumsden, with pine shelter belts on two sides and large trees for shade. This well-groomed rural setting boasts 24 power sites, all with a tap and plenty of room for tents. The BBQ is within a sheltered area and while the amenities are homely, they have everything you need. A kitchen/dining with all appliances and cooking and eating utensils, basic but clean ablutions, free hot showers, and a laundry with auto wash and dryer. Just taken over by a new owner, the camp Is in the process of being upgraded, and is sleep in friendly - no pushing people out at 10 in this camp. Just down the road hotel meals are available, petrol and shopping are close by as well. A great fishing area and a peaceful stopover on the way from Te Anau or Queenstown. This is an extremely pet friendly park, there are alpacas on site that can be fed, and a paddock is available if you need somewhere to put your horse. Your very friendly hosts are Trudy and Andy . Sites are $20 per adult and $5 per child and $5 for power.

The site of the historic gold-rush town of Lyell, this large, grassed campsite is easily accessible. Explore the gold workings at settlements of Gibbstown (2 hr return), Zalatown and 8 Mile, plus the Alpine Battery site.

Booking Required.

This is a quiet campsite with views of the Eglinton Valley. Fly fish in the river or explore nearby short walks.

Bookings not required - first come, first served.

• $15 per person per night
  Children 5 and under FREE
• Facilities include – WC  -  Handbasin  -  Solar Camping Showers (1st come 1st served basis)
• Picnic Tables -  Hammock – BBQ ($5 charge for use) Plenty of fresh water, Shelter with great views of inlet
• If you are walking from Ship Cove or Resolution Bay we are an ideal stopover at the end of your 1st days walk. (Times vary from 4 to 5 hours depending on how leisurely you want your walk to be)
• Packs can be dropped off at our Jetty and kept under cover until your arrival
• Sites have amazing views over the inlet and the beach is approximately 90 metres away.
• Water Taxi access at our Jetty | Tent  Hire | Fresh water

Nau mai haere mai, Welcome to the Maitai Valley Holiday Park.

We are currently undergoing renovations this includes groundwork to our drainage system and associated landscaping. The work may continue into the summer period (No work will taking place over the Christmas period) We would like to make you aware that this may have an impact on the quality of your stay with us.

Located minutes from Nelson city centre, we offer affordable camping in a bush-like setting with a variety of activities to suit your taste. Take a walk along the river, go mountain biking / trail running on the many trails in the surrounding hills, or take a dip in the nearby swimming hole.

You can use our kitchen/toilets while camping under the stars amongst the beautiful native trees. Nature and bird life at its best.

Wifi available
Dog friendly
BBQ area

See photos for current charges.
Bookings: maitaivalley@ncc.govt.nz

So come, relax, and enjoy all that the Maitai has to offer!

On the inland route from Haast is this cafe with a campervan park at the rear. With hedges all around there are ten powered sites on hard stands, four of which are extra-large for oversize vans or caravans. The small basic kitchen has the bare necessities, but enough to get by with, a small seating area, and BBQ area. The modern unisex ablution suites are disability friendly and all facilities were clean and tidy.  In the laundry is a washer and dryer, and a public phone is available. In addition to the cafe you can buy a drink at the bar, refuel, fish, tramp or take a helicopter flight.  Credit card and eftpos available.

There are not many camps with a Morris Minor graveyard at the centre! A
quirky camp in a peaceful setting, overlooking Lake Manapouri. There are
plenty of sheltered, private camp sites amongst the trees on which to pitch your tent or park your van, the sites in front have fabulous lake and mountain views. A homely central kitchen and dining area is well lit with big windows and a skylight, and there are a handy collection of utensils, pots and pans. The laundry has coin operated washers and clothes dryers, an ironing board and iron. The games room is full of pin ball machines and other electronic games are available for your entertainment. There is a classic old style childrens’ playground, and bookings for Fiordland trips and cruises can be made at the office. The camp is a departure point for Doubtful Sound cruises and there is a free pick up from the doorstep. Your lovely host is Joelle Nicholson, assisted by her two sons. Unpowered sites from $18 per adult, power sites $38 for two people.

There has been a lot of thought and attention gone into planning this beautifully set out park. Manicured to within an inch of its life, each site is large and private as they are all bordered by new tree plantings. Everything is modern and new, and walking through it makes you feel like you are in someones home rather than a camp ground. A large kitchen and dining room with everything you need, a lounge with comfortable chairs, and ensuite bathrooms. Washers and dryers are available and everything is very, very clean. There is a dump station available, covered parking if needed, and gravel areas for parking in the winter. Other amenities include a covered BBQ area, childrens playground, and a new viewing platform to oversee the park and the nearby mountain. There is also a bush walk within metres of the gate, and pets are welcome as long as they have their inoculation certificate. Your hosts are Gloria and Selwyn Cranstoun. Power sites from $38 for two people, unpowered sites from $35 for two persons and $19 for each extra person. Children under 14 years of age are $8.

This is a basic Great Walk campsite on Stewart Island/Rakiura. Situated in a grassy clearing with sand dunes and the beach in front of it.

A track behind the campsite leads to a rusting steam boiler, a relic from the days when Maori Beach supported two sawmills and a school.

There are 4 non-powered camp sites.

Fees: https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/southland/places/stewart-island-rakiura/rakiura-national-park/things-to-do/maori-beach-campsite/#fees-and%20bookings

This popular holiday resort is a holiday in itself as there is so much for both children and adults to do. A summer programme is run to keep the kids busy, and in addition to tennis, a swimming pool, and adventure play grounds, there is a large sandy beach where petanque and volleyball take place. A restaurant has a roof top caf_ overlooking the water and there are around 200 sites are available. The kitchens are good, with gas and microwave cooking and a dining patio off one, plus BBQs. There are numerous shower and toilet blocks and the big, comfortable TV and recreation room opens to an extensive deck. A large laundry, central to the camp, has auto machines, there is a dump station, and internet access is available. Your hosts are Gary, Erica and June. Unpowered sites are $34 to $40, or with power $34 to $50 for two, please note that seasonal price changes apply. Pets by arrangement, except in December and January, and no cats because of native wildlife. The park is clothes optional with designated _no clothes_ areas in February and March only.

The family owned Kiwi Holiday Park is situated on the southern shore of Lake Te Anau. We invite you to experience Fiordland National Park from our spacious Lakeside Holiday Park. Our quiet established park has amazing lake and mountain views, children's play area, Free Barbecues, picnic tables, Sky TV, IAC and wireless internet, laundries, sauna/spa bath, communal bathrooms and kitchens.

Explore the Lewis Pass area from here. There is a short walk to the sluice box, or follow the Lake Daniell Track. There are natural hot pools on both sides of Lewis Pass.

Bookings Required.

Mavora Lakes Campsite has two main (standard) camping areas: one alongside South Mavora Lake, and the other between South Mavora Lake and North Mavora Lake.

Look out for robins and falcons. Walk, tramp, mountain bike or go trout fishing.

Number of tent sites - 60 This very scenic campsite is set among mountains, beech forest and grasslands at the south end of Mavora Lake. Look out for robins and falcons. Walk, tramp, mountainbike or go trout fishing for brown and rainbow trout.

Number of tent sites - 20 (bookings not required - first come - first served) Easily accessible campsite. Boat, trout fish or swim in the lake.

Next to the local A&P Showgrounds, this well maintained camping ground is laid out on open grounds with many large shade trees. Plenty of level sites with a choice of grass or gravel. In the amenities pavilion is a large, well-presented, functional kitchen with full stoves, next door is a TV and dining room with a cosy log fire. In addition there is a very large games room where you can play on one of the arcade games, have a game of pool or table tennis, even table hockey. Comfy sofas to sit on and several more dining tables in here too, or go outside for a game of lawn tennis. Internet is available, the tidy ablutions have metered showers, and the laundry has automatic equipment. A variety of shops are in the village within walking distance, you might want to have a go at hot air ballooning or take a trip to the snow at Mt. Hutt ski field, all of which you can do from here. Your friendly hosts are Darren & Rhonda Saunders.

Current rates: https://methvencampingground.com/#Rates

Middlemarch Motels & Holiday Park offer a variety of accommodation from fully self contained motel units to fully linened & unlinened cabins, plus we have powered camp sites and many tent/unpowered sites.

There is a modern, clean ablution block with a disability suite and laundry facilities with coin operated washing machines and dryer as well as clothes lines. The kitchen unit is a character converted guards railway carriage with oven, microwaves, jugs and toasters, which opens on to an all weather covered deck for dining. There is are gas barbeques in this deck area which are available free of charge plus a comfortable television room.

Along the Milford Road (between Te Anau and The Divide) you can stay at one of ten DOC camping areas. These are in picturesque spots beside bush, rivers and lakes, often with opportunities for bush walks or trout fishing nearby. Most have fire places, picnic tables, toilets and access to river water, and are very reasonably priced (take cash for self registration). Please note that freedom camping (within 200m of the road) is not allowed on the Milford Road.

Please note, if you do not have a booking, please ring ahead to see if we have any vacancies. We are very busy at the moment.

Park up for the night amidst lush Fiordland forest in our Rainforest Campervan Park – it’s the ultimate NZ Must-Do for those exploring New Zealand by campervan! Milford Lodge is surrounded by huge mountains and a fast-flowing river and is only minutes from the Milford Sound boat cruise departure point.

The dramatic country of the Milford Sound has huge surrounding mountains and a fast-flowing river, and the Lodge.
There are 20 sites available for caravans or campervans only, please ring ahead during the peak season to avoid missing out. Cook for yourself in the brand new kitchen and dining facility, or you can enjoy a drink and a great
meal at the café. The dining and recreation area is large and comfortable, there are unisex ablutions, and a laundry. As this is a national park, pets are not permitted. The local wildlife includes keas and voracious sandflies. Storage facilities for campers are provided at the Lodge free of charge, and you can book a variety of trips from here. Please note we have a strict no tenting policy.

Picturesque, remote campsite near the head of Mill Arm with well formed flat campsites and stunning views. Good fishing, hunting and tramping nearby.

Bookings not required - first come, first served.

Located in French Pass and D'Urville Island Scenic Reserves in the Marlborough region.

Picturesque, remote campsite near the head of Mill Arm with well formed flat campsites and stunning views. Good fishing, hunting and tramping nearby.

Free to camp here.

Located in Mount Richmond Forest Park in the Marlborough region.

Forestry operations in the area can close roads into Mount Richmond Forest Park. Check the status of roads into Mount Richmond Forest Park.

Nestled in the Teviot Valley on the banks of the Clutha River in Central Otago is Millars Flat. A tranquil and spacious spot for campervans, caravans, tents and holiday-makers seeking a peaceful camp site with comfortable tidy accommodation, an ideal location for cyclists to start or end their adventure on the Clutha Gold Trail that passes the park entrance. Approximately a two hour drive to Dunedin, Invercargill, Te Anau, Queenstown and Wanaka, Millers Flat makes an ideal location to base your Central Otago exploration.

Set in an orchard and surrounded by a large hedge (you are welcome to the
fruit if the possums do not get it first). There is a flush toilet, hand basin and
cold water shower. The water is drawn from a spring, therefore perfectly safe
to drink. Lots of animals here to amuse the children. $10 per person includes
pack pick up. Bev and Bob are your friendly hosts. Bookings are essential as
there are limited sites.