Dunsdale Recreation Reserve

Southland

Southland

At a glanceFree campsite

Free CampingCaravansTent Site

About this campsite

Dunsdale Recreation Reserve offers freedom camping for caravans and tents in Southland, with toilets and water. Dogs on leads permitted. Closed May–September.

Dunsdale Recreation Reserve in Southland accommodates caravans and tents on a large grassy area with toilet facilities and water available. Non-self-contained camping is permitted for up to three consecutive days within any 30-day period. Dogs must be kept on leads within the freedom camping area. The reserve closes for winter from 30 April until late September each year. Council manages this site under Southland District's Freedom Camping Bylaw. Campers should be prepared for sandflies and note that fires are not permitted. Contact Southland District Council for current booking requirements and any fees.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Free Camping

Location

Dunsdale Recreation Reserve•STL

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Common questions about Dunsdale Recreation Reserve

Is Dunsdale Recreation Reserve free to camp at?

We have Dunsdale Recreation Reserve in STL 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 Dunsdale Recreation Reserve have?

Dunsdale Recreation Reserve has caravans, tent site 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 Dunsdale Recreation Reserve online?

We hold no online booking link for Dunsdale Recreation Reserve, 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 Dunsdale Recreation Reserve?

Dunsdale Recreation Reserve sits in STL. 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 Dunsdale Recreation Reserve

Facilities recorded for Dunsdale Recreation Reserve
Facility	On site
Caravans	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Free Camping	Yes

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