North IslandMistletoe Flats Campsite
No. of tent sites:
10Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Access to Campsite:
By car,Fees:
Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
Child (5–17 years): $5 per
Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Pay online at the time of booking.
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Google Rating (out of 5):
4.5Number of Google Reviews:
47Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
Dogs on a leash onlyLast Update:
26/7/2023DESCRIPTION:
This campsite is set in a landscape of beech forest, tussock and rugged mountains with mountain biking nearby.
During winter this alpine area may be covered in snow, making access difficult.
Located in Craigieburn Forest Park in the Canterbury region.
Phone(s):
+64 3 318 9211Regency Motel – Netherby Ashburton
Google Rating (out of 5):
4.6Number of Google Reviews:
205Dog Policy:
Very dog friendly. Refer to link https://regencyashburton.co.nz/dog-policyLast Update:
24/4/2024DESCRIPTION:
Spacious, affordable accommodation at the north end of Ashburton. A quiet location well off the street.
Has an EV charging station. Air conditioned rooms.
Phone(s):
+64 3-308 8266Wooded Gully Campsite
No. of tent sites:
50Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not allowed at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Access to Campsite:
By vehicle.Google Rating (out of 5):
4.4Number of Google Reviews:
139Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation (NZ)Dog Policy:
Dogs on a leash only.Last Update:
28/3/2025DESCRIPTION:
Camp beside a stream below tracks leading to Mt Thomas.
Wooded Gully is the starting point for a network of tracks ranging from one hour family walks to a full-day traverse of the area: Wooded Gully loop walks | Mount Thomas tracks
Phone(s):
+64 3 318 9211Klondyke Corner Campsite
No. of tent sites:
40Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not allowed at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Access to Campsite:
By Vehicle.Shelter For Cooking:
YesGoogle Rating (out of 5):
4.3Number of Google Reviews:
120Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of Conservation (NZ)Dog Policy:
No dogs.Last Update:
8/4/2025DESCRIPTION:
This large, open campsite is near the junction of the Bealey and Waimakariri Rivers. It is popular in the summer.
During winter this alpine area may be covered in snow, making access difficult. This is a key site for the annual Kathmandu Coast to Coast event that runs every second Friday and Saturday in February. Avoid this area for camping during that time.
Bookings are required.
Phone(s):
+64 3 318 9211
No. of tent sites:
20 non-poweredFires Allowed?:
Fires are not allowed at any time.
Access to Campsite:
By boat or vehicle.Fees:
Free.
Google Rating (out of 5):
4.7Number of Google Reviews:
86Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogs allowed.Last Update:
17/3/2025DESCRIPTION:
Beautiful beech forest, hung with mistletoe in summer, grows right up to the lake edge.
Bookings not required - first come, first served. Free to stay here.
Directions: At Clearburn, south of Twizel, turn onto Lake Ohau Road and continue for 25 km.
