This was one of our favourite spots especially when the weather is right for a million dollar view up the lake to Mt Cook .This time spoiled by the over use of illegal campers and inconsiderate parking

.The very new toilet block couldn’t cope with the overuse.

Reviewed 11 months ago

A great spot overlooking the dam.

A sealed parking. Mostly flat. Clean and tidy.very clean long drop with a noisy closing door!! Much better than Reid’s farm which sadly is dirty and with undesirable clientelle.

Reviewed 12 months ago

Fab spot large grassy area plenty of room, lovely views.

However due to a very dry summer the lake was dry! Still amazing to see and walk on the lake bed . Toilets very clean .

Reviewed 12 months ago

This free area is just perfect for exploring the city and most of all just a 10 minute drive to the ferry terminal.

It’s very popular and fills up fast but parking on the road side if it’s full is allowed.

The toilet block is modern but sadly has been abused by people who obviously have no respect. It is reasonable and I think cleaned daily.

Reviewed 12 months ago

We like this better than Lowburn on the other side of the lake .

Much quieter and picturesque. Clean flush toilets and two long drop. A good map by the main toilet block clearly shows where you can camp. A bit of road noise . But clean and tidy. We walked 1 km to the Rocky Point pottery shop . A small amount of Colin Pledgers( now deceased )pottery still for sale. His lovely wife took time to tell of the interesting history. A little further Bendigo loop road is worth exploring with historical remnants of gold mining days and now great thriving vineyards .

Reviewed 11 months ago

Just the best place to be when there is a red heavy rain warning .

A great friendly little town. A great spot by the river. Although the Reefton pub welcomed us to their carpark in case of flooding in return we had an evening meal there, but no pressure. Exceptionally clean toilets . Dump station. An awesome little heated public pool 5 mins walk away with hot showers to finish.We stayed 4 nights , longer than planned due to the weather and enjoyed what the town had to offer. Information centre a great spot to spend time with documentary’s of the area playing.

We felt safe and welcomed

Thank you Reefton !

Reviewed over 3 years ago

This is a great little spot for an overnight stop.

A bit close to the road but not too noisy. We parked by the trees close to the water at the end . Not many others, clean , good flush toilets , wash basins and rubbish bins. Boat ramp and picnic tables.

Reviewed over 3 years ago

Absolutely one of the best freedom camp sites if the weather is fine.

Good toilet facilities. The pines have a been chopped down some replanting being done . Plenty of spots to choose from . We were lucky enough to have 34 deg blue sky and 24 hours clear views of Mt Cook. We biked along the Pukaki cycle track to Hayman Rd about 5 km. If you want a little more secluded camping go a bit further to Hayman Rd, there a notices where you can camp along there, no facilities but nice spots .

Reviewed over 3 years ago

A great car park area just 15 mins to the ferry.

Excellent toilets. Dump station and water just across the carpark. Well used and fills up quickly . Not far from the central city, we biked around . Always a few that are not really approved freedom campers that spoil it for others unfortunately.

Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in March 2021

Not a bad place to stop off, a large grassy area with pine trees for shelter or more open at the end.

A little scruffy in parts and toilets poorly maintained. Close to the river and beach, views of the mountains.

Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in March 2021

The spot is a nice marked carpark by the marina.

Smallish.Fills fast so could be full when you get there.clean toilets in the domain.

We would not go back here. Campervans are not welcome .

Security arrived at 8 pm took photos of all window stickers then just before 6 am security arrived back in the dark crept around each van taking photos of windows stickers again. Determined to try and fine someone,perhaps it pays for the security ?! It was very uncomfortable even for the non lawbreakers.

Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2021

A good overnight stop.Freedom campervans only .

Argyle Dam has plenty of places to park all round the dam . Toilets are at the end by the trees and boat ramp- we didn’t use so can’t comment. A popular fishing spot. We parked at the far end by the exit as the weather was great, but not sheltered there. We had an easy walk down to the river to bathe. We had the place to ourselves.

Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2021

Not sure if Cowshed bay and Picnic bay are one?

But it is a great spot in a lovely bay, camping on both sides of the road bush or beach. This is the first place we found to camp up the Kenepuru Sound .Other areas are closed now.Toilets clean , water and basic sink for dishes. Very quiet and beautiful views.

Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2021

This is a large picturesque area with many places to choose from Excellent toilets.

Pukaki is so beautiful with views of Mt Cook at the end on a clear day . We were very disappointed not to stay the night as the wind was horrendous and we had to move on.We will return !

Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2021

A fairly sheltered gravel car park beside the river across the road from the beach.

Excellent toilets and free wifi. Nice walks up the river or along the beach. A great nights stay.

Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2021

This is a beautiful campsite with all the trimmings, powered sites, new toilets,laundry,kitchen area with hot water , hot showers ($1)and dump station.we stayed the long weekend so had to book on line

and got the last space. A beautiful lake with walks or bike tracks to choose from.

Only problem was the sandflies and masses of bumblebees! Take plenty of insect repellent!

Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2021

On the shores of Lake Wakatipu, views up the lake, magnificent.

Large area with plenty of spots to choose from. Sheltered with trees. Good clean toilets.

Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2021

A new spot apparently.

Campervan parking spots allocated on the edge of a grassed area against the fence. New toilets. Pretty location by the river visited locals by day but gone by the evening. Nice easy 5 km bike into Hamner Springs. Or a nice walk by the river. We did both and then picked blackberries in the sunshine. Highly recommended .

Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2021

This is very hard to find, the entrance did not match the map, it is more south, there is a sign but go slow and don’t blink!

It was our first night of freedom camping and it was a bit creepy, no one around, little inlets into the bush past the cemetery. No ph service.All rather vague about where to go. We ended up at the first area by the stream. A peaceful night but probably would look elsewhere next time.

Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2021

A lovely large grassy spot by the lake edge by trees if shelter is needed.

Good toilets. Boat ramp used by locals.nice walks around the lake.

At the time we visited the water at lake Opuha had

potentially toxic algal blooms ( cyanobacteria) and warnings to stay out. Maybe shortlived

A peaceful spot .

Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2021