Close to Reefton township. Once a gold mining area this is now a popular picnicking and camping site. The campsite is well drained but be prepared for West Coast rain downpours. Try gold fossicking in the creek, or mountain bike the road. Close to Reefton township and a great place for exploring Victoria Forest Park walks.

Hans Bay Number of tent sites - 40 This is a large grassy lake front campsite beside the beautiful Lake Kaniere. Fish from the jetty, boat or swim in the lake. Please note that dogs are not permitted in the campground or Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve.

In an old gold mining town steeped in history, this riverside camp has a lovely
sheltered aspect with a perimeter of tall fir trees.  The sites are level with plenty
of room and are well kept, parks on grass or gravel. A large clean kitchen (with
a wood burner) has an entry at each end and is complete with two full stoves,
microwaves, hot plates and a fridge/freezer. The well-maintained ablutions have
large showers with dressing rooms, a children’s bath and a disability suite, while
the laundry provides automatic washers and dryers.  A great area for fishing
we are told, with many walks and mountain bike tracks to enjoy in the area,
the camp is at the back of the Reefton shops and restaurants so close to
everything. A state-of-the-art roller park is next door, as is the swimming pool,
or take a stroll in the bushy Victoria Park. Your hosts are Fiona and Nigel.

Latest accommodation rates can be found here...

Discount available for NZMCA members.
 

In the little settlement of Ross, this camp is on a grassy section beside the
hotel and across the road from the lake. In need of some TLC, the kitchen and
ablutions are basic, there is a washing machine and dryer. Meals are available
at the pub, power sites are next to backpackers and some tent sites across
the road beside the lake. Go gold panning, take a bushwalk, or check out the
great museum where you can learn the history of the gold rush days. Your
hosts are Mark and Paulette. Tent sites are $10 per person and $12.50 per site
with power. Children under 12 years are half price or under 5 years are free.
Bookings at the hotel.

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.

Across the dunes from the beach, and nestled cosily amongst some trees,
is this cute little community run camp. The sites are grassed and there are
basic showers and toilets, including a paraplegic toilet. A $1 coin will buy you
four minutes of showering, but if you want to do any washing you will have  to do it by hand… and use the wringer over the concrete twin tub! Yes, there are still camps like this in New Zealand. There is a purpose built lounge and
dining room that has a fridge, sink and card phone, and although it is an open
door building, it is well sheltered inside. An electric barbecue is available at $2
for 20 minutes and the camp offers fresh water, fire places, picnic tables and
rubbish collection. Dogs are allowed as long as they are under strict control
at all times. The local community warns you to take care when swimming, as
there are dangerous currents. Camp fees are $12.50 per adult with children
free. Maximum stay is 10 days. Contact them for family rates or large groups

Behind the Challenge Service Station is this RV park situated on what used to be
a car lot. The small area is all sealed, and the fairly new amenities include disability
access to showers and toilets, several washing machine and dryers, and a dump
station. There was no kitchen when we visited, but we are told there is one about
to be built, and there is free wi fi.  It's not the prettiest camp spot but is great if you
are wanting to be close to town. There are 20 power sites available from $25.

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

Has fully equipped kitchen (small but has everything you need plus some), free washer and laundry detergent, clothes line for drying. GREAT pub with good prices across the street. Friendly local people.

Between Reefton and Greymouth, this camp occupies a handy area with
plenty of tent sites available. The grounds have lovely established trees with
a tidy lawn for the tents, and four power sites on gravel. The small kitchen
has an electric rangette, a microwave oven and a fridge. There is only one of each (shower, toilet and basin), basic but clean and nicely painted, although the ladies shower is due a makeover. Dogs are at the caretaker’s discretion, and the washing machine is free.

Contact is via Brian at On the Spot

This tiny lodge and campsite is set in native bush, just off the main road and across from the museum and gift shop. The camping area has a unisex shower (no extra charge), toilet and a small kitchen with microwave, fridge, cooker, cutlery, crockery and eating utensils. The facilities are basic but with character, and there are only three powered sites, although there are numerous tent spots. Relax in the native garden (when available), for the energetic and adventurous there are bush walks, hunting or fishing in the lake, or have your wild game meals cooked for you at the café over the road. Your hosts are Katie and Roydon. All sites are
$10 per person, children over five to 15 years $5, and under 5 years are free.