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The camping area at Hakatere is located at 1226 River Road, opposite the mailboxes for the Lower Hakatere Hut Holders Association.
This campground is unattended and works on a first in, first served basis. No bookings are taken for this Campground.
Only public toilets are provided at this site.
Fees are displayed on site.
Campground Fees are payable either by bank transfer or paying in person at Councils Administration Building.
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Organisation |
Ashburton District CouncilCouncil organisation |
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Location |
South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Ashburton |
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Operating Season And Hours |
This campground is unattended and works on a first in, first served basis. No bookings are taken for this Campground. |
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Overnight Camping Site Cost |
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Overnight Camping Site CostWhat is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Low Cost Camping You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged. $5 per person per nigh night, to a maximum of $20 per night per camping unit. Payment can be made via Bank Transfer or in person at Ashburton District Council Te Whare Whakatere, 2 Baring Square East, Ashburton. |
Overnight Stay Rules |
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Overnight Stay RulesWhat are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must display the "Responsible Camper" sticker. |
Campsite Managing Organisation |
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Campsite Managing OrganisationWhat type of organisation operates this campsite? Local Council This experience is managed by a local council. |
Payment Requirement |
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Payment RequirementIs there a cost for this experience or is it free? Paid access/participation The experience costs money to access or take part in. $5 per person per night, to a maximum of $20 per night per camping unit |
Maximum Stay Duration |
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Maximum Stay DurationHow many consecutive days can you stay overnight at this establishment? 2 nights You may stay up to two nights in a row. |
Maximum Sites Available |
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Maximum Sites AvailableHow many camping or parking sites are available for staying overnight in? More than 20 sites There are more than twenty camping/parking sites available to stay overnight in. |
Water Supply |
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Water SupplyIs there fresh water available? Water supply available A supply of fresh water is available. |
Shower |
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ShowerIs there a shower at this location? No shower No shower is available. |
Dump Station |
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Dump StationDump stations allow the safe disposal of sewage and greywater from self-contained vehicles. Does this site have a dump station? No dump station This location has no dump stations for the disposal of waste water from recreational vehicles. The closest Dump Station is on East Street, Ashburton (Opposite Mobile Fuel Station) |
Booking Required |
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Booking RequiredIs it necessary to book a campsite in advance in order to stay overnight? First Come, First Served Sites are allocated in a first come, first served basis. Get in early for the best spot. This campground is unattended and does not take bookings. |
Powered Sites |
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Powered SitesDoes this establishment have powered sites? No powered sites This campsite does not offer any powered sites with an electricity supply. |
Large Vehicle Access |
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Large Vehicle AccessCan large vehicles such as motorhomes, housebuses and caravans gain access? Large vehicle accessible The site is accessible with large vehicles such as motorhomes and 5th wheelers. |
Dogs |
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DogsDoes this establishment allow dogs? Dogs allowed The location allows dogs. There may be conditions that may be met eg. dogs must be on a leash. |
Vehicle Access |
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Vehicle AccessCan vehicles drive in? Vehicle accessible This location is accessible in a vehicle. |
WiFi Internet |
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WiFi InternetWhat type of WiFi internet access is available? No WiFi There is no WiFi access available. |
Toilet |
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ToiletIs there a toilet available? Public toilet There are toilet facilities available to the general public. |
Barbecues |
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BBQ FacilityWhat BBQ facilities are provided? No Barbecue BBQs are not available The are no BBQ facilities provided with the accommodation. |
✓ Friendly host
✓ Quiet location
✓ Affordable price
✓ Clean facilities
✓ Good water supply
𐄂 Basic amenities
𐄂 No beach access
Nice stay.
Quite a basic site but does the trick.
This was a beautiful spot to stop.
Not free!
$5 an adult.
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10/10 | 4 |
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31% |
9/10 | 4 |
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31% |
8/10 | 2 |
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15% |
7/10 | 0 |
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6/10 | 0 |
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5/10 | 1 |
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8% |
4/10 | 1 |
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3/10 | 1 |
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2/10 | 0 |
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1/10 | 0 |
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4.5/5
Nice spot to begin our 2 weeks in NZ via campervan.
Host was really friendly, views were nice, quiet at night and facilities available (sink, potable water, flush toilets)
Also one of the cheaper spots we came across.
Reviewed over 2 years ago
4.0/5
Pleasant stop with good supply of fresh water and clean toilet block.
No beach access from what I can see. Very cheerful camp custodian. Would recommend this quiet stop over and reasonable at $5 each a night
Reviewed over 2 years ago
4.0/5
Quite a basic site but does the trick.
Caretaker came by around 7pm to collect the $5 and was very nice. I was the only person there so was a bit uncomfortable at first, but the caretaker reassured me the locals keep an eye on anyone coming and going in the night.
Reviewed almost 3 years ago
4.5/5
A nice and quiet place, with nice views of the river, sea and mountain.
Birds sanctuary not to be missed.
Reviewed over 3 years ago
4.5/5
Nice stay.
5$ per person per night or 20$ for one week! Flushing and very clean toilets available. Only downside is that they are not lockable.
Sunrise must be stunning there! (unfortunately was cloudy that day)
Caretaker explained about 4 different security cameras along the roads what made me feel very safe.
There is a lady right next to the campsite selling jewelry for a charity. Worth checking out as each necklace only costs 5$ and supports people with their recovery.
Reviewed over 3 years ago
5.0/5
This was a beautiful spot to stop.
Only $5 per person. Flush toilets with hand basin and soap. The caretaker was very friendly and happy to stop and chat. It was easy to find and there are two options to camp in, one down the bottom and one up the top along from the caretakers place. A quiet place where you go to sleep with the crashing of the waves.
Reviewed almost 4 years ago
4.5/5
$5 an adult.
Kids free. Peace and quiet, great spot.
Toiles and water available
Reviewed about 5 years ago
1.5/5
The other reviews seem to be old as there couldn’t be found any caretaker.
A lot of signs lead to the caretakers house which was uninhabited. The view from the place was great but the surrounding seemed were not giving a feeling of security. The toilets are public. Wouldn’t use this lonely place if you are a bit afraid.
Reviewed about 7 years ago
2.5/5
Cheap price, worth the cost you pay with clean toilets.
Beach was not exciting, it was hard to assess and was polluted with car ties.
Reviewed over 7 years ago
5.0/5
Lovely campground next to the sea and toilets are well maintained.
There is an upper and lower level where you can park. The caretaker is very friendly and we paid $5 too.
Reviewed almost 9 years ago
5.0/5
Clean toilets, herb garden, lovely view of the beach.
$5 NZ for two people.
Reviewed over 10 years ago
5.0/5
Not free and actually costs $5 a car, although still a bargain!
Toilets are really clean and well maintained and the caretaker is super friendly.
Reviewed over 10 years ago and experienced in March 2013
4.5/5
Nice spot to begin our 2 weeks in NZ via campervan.
Host was really friendly, views were nice, quiet at night and facilities available (sink, potable water, flush toilets)
Also one of the cheaper spots we came across.
Reviewed over 2 years ago
4.0/5
Pleasant stop with good supply of fresh water and clean toilet block.
No beach access from what I can see. Very cheerful camp custodian. Would recommend this quiet stop over and reasonable at $5 each a night
Reviewed over 2 years ago
4.0/5
Quite a basic site but does the trick.
Caretaker came by around 7pm to collect the $5 and was very nice. I was the only person there so was a bit uncomfortable at first, but the caretaker reassured me the locals keep an eye on anyone coming and going in the night.
Reviewed almost 3 years ago
4.5/5
A nice and quiet place, with nice views of the river, sea and mountain.
Birds sanctuary not to be missed.
Reviewed over 3 years ago
4.5/5
Nice stay.
5$ per person per night or 20$ for one week! Flushing and very clean toilets available. Only downside is that they are not lockable.
Sunrise must be stunning there! (unfortunately was cloudy that day)
Caretaker explained about 4 different security cameras along the roads what made me feel very safe.
There is a lady right next to the campsite selling jewelry for a charity. Worth checking out as each necklace only costs 5$ and supports people with their recovery.
Reviewed over 3 years ago
5.0/5
This was a beautiful spot to stop.
Only $5 per person. Flush toilets with hand basin and soap. The caretaker was very friendly and happy to stop and chat. It was easy to find and there are two options to camp in, one down the bottom and one up the top along from the caretakers place. A quiet place where you go to sleep with the crashing of the waves.
Reviewed almost 4 years ago
4.5/5
$5 an adult.
Kids free. Peace and quiet, great spot.
Toiles and water available
Reviewed about 5 years ago
1.5/5
The other reviews seem to be old as there couldn’t be found any caretaker.
A lot of signs lead to the caretakers house which was uninhabited. The view from the place was great but the surrounding seemed were not giving a feeling of security. The toilets are public. Wouldn’t use this lonely place if you are a bit afraid.
Reviewed about 7 years ago
2.5/5
Cheap price, worth the cost you pay with clean toilets.
Beach was not exciting, it was hard to assess and was polluted with car ties.
Reviewed over 7 years ago
5.0/5
Lovely campground next to the sea and toilets are well maintained.
There is an upper and lower level where you can park. The caretaker is very friendly and we paid $5 too.
Reviewed almost 9 years ago
5.0/5
Not free and actually costs $5 a car, although still a bargain!
Toilets are really clean and well maintained and the caretaker is super friendly.
Reviewed over 10 years ago and experienced in March 2013
5.0/5
Clean toilets, herb garden, lovely view of the beach.
$5 NZ for two people.
Reviewed over 10 years ago
2.0/5
Not free!
It costs 5$, to be paid at the orange house. Information about fee well hidden at the toilets wall. Toilets can't be closed. Campground is near to the sea.
Reviewed about 11 years ago