Andrews Shelter Campsite in Canterbury — photo 1

Andrews Shelter Campsite

Canterbury
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingCaravansTent SiteToilets

About this campsite

Free DOC campsite in Arthur's Pass National Park with shelter, toilets and river flat camping. Popular base for trampers heading to Casey Hut on Mount White Road.

Andrews Shelter Campsite sits in Arthur's Pass National Park, Canterbury, offering free camping with space for caravans and tents. Managed by the Department of Conservation, this site provides basic facilities including toilets and serves as a popular starting point for trampers heading to Casey Hut. Campers can pitch on river flats or near the shelter, which offers cover for cooking. Access is via Mount White Road off State Highway 73. Water is available from the stream, and the site accommodates campervans and caravans. High wasp populations occur from January to March, so visitors should take appropriate precautions during these months.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Tent Site
Free Camping

Location

Common questions about Andrews Shelter Campsite

Is Andrews Shelter Campsite free to camp at?

We have Andrews Shelter Campsite in CAN recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

What facilities does Andrews Shelter Campsite have?

Andrews Shelter Campsite has caravans, tent site, toilets and free camping. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Andrews Shelter Campsite online?

We hold no online booking link for Andrews Shelter Campsite, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Andrews Shelter Campsite?

Andrews Shelter Campsite sits in CAN. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Andrews Shelter Campsite

Facilities recorded for Andrews Shelter Campsite
FacilityOn site
CaravansYes
Tent SiteYes
ToiletsYes
Free CampingYes

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Andrews Shelter Campsite

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