Camp Iona

Otago

Camp Iona

Otago

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About this campsite

Camp Iona DOC campsite near Herbert, Otago, offers basic facilities in a peaceful rural setting with native bush, walking tracks and access to the Waianakarua River.

Camp Iona is a Department of Conservation campsite in Otago providing basic facilities including toilets. Located inland from Herbert near the Waianakarua River, the site sits within rolling farmland and native bush with walking tracks nearby. The camp spans 2.2 hectares and offers a tranquil rural setting for visitors. Established in 1938, it accommodates groups, families and individuals with tent sites available. As a basic DOC campsite, visitors should contact the Department of Conservation directly to confirm current access arrangements, booking requirements and any applicable fees before planning their stay.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Location

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Common questions about Camp Iona

What facilities does Camp Iona have?

Camp Iona has toilets. 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 Camp Iona online?

We hold no online booking link for Camp Iona, 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. If a managing authority takes bookings by phone, their number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Camp Iona?

Camp Iona sits in OTA. 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 Camp Iona

Facilities recorded for Camp Iona
Facility	On site
Toilets	Yes

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