Canterbury

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Canterbury

Lots on offer here, straight roads make for easy driving but a zig zag approach is rewarded. Good place to get lost in. Watch out for local one eyed rugby fanatics.

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Lake Tennyson serenity

If you are keen to stay in the middle of isolation, Lake Tennyson will be your calling. A beautiful spot for walks, fishing, swimming and relaxing...

Balmoral Reserve

The Balmoral Recreation Reserve Camping Ground is administered by the Balmoral Recreation Area Charitable Trust and is located along Culverden...

Culverden Domain

Managed by KiwiCash

Culverden is approx one hours drive north of Christchurch. The sign to the Campsite comes up quickly, just after the 50km sign at the edge...

Acheron Accommodation House

Camp at the site of the former Acheron Accomodation House, once used as an overnight carriage stop. Gravel access. Not suitable for caravans...

Welcome to Hanmer Springs Top 10 Holiday Park. Our landscaped Park is just 5 minutes walk from the alpine resort village of Hanmer Springs, and...

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Freedom camping available by the workshop. No camping in the picnic area by the office. The local Community Board lock the gate to this picnic...

Freedom camping is only permitted in the signposted area. Freedom camping is prohibited elsewhere in the reserve. No more than 10 vehicles at...

Freedom Camping

· Basic facility - Free camping · 6-10 sites · Water supply · Dogs ok · Vehicle access · Toilet

Boyle Campsite

Lake Sumner Forest Park

Camp amongst the kānuka forest just off SH7 between Hanmer Springs and Lewis Pass. Boyle Campsite is on the Te Araroa Trail and at the end of...

· Basic facility - Free camping · 5 sites · Water supply · Dogs ok · Vehicle access · Toilet