Greenstone Saddle Campsite

Southland

Southland

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Free CampingTent SiteToilets

About this campsite

Free DOC backcountry campsite on the Greenstone and Caples tracks in Otago, offering tent sites and toilets between Lake Howden outlet and the valley junction.

Greenstone Saddle Campsite is a backcountry site managed by the Department of Conservation, positioned on the track between Lake Howden outlet and the Greenstone and Caples tracks within the Greenstone and Caples Conservation Areas. Formerly known as Howden Campsite, this free camping area offers basic facilities including tent sites and toilets. The location sits at an altitude of approximately 695 metres, roughly 20 minutes south from the former Howden Hut and 40 minutes north of the Caples–Greenstone junction, making it a convenient stopping point for trampers traversing these valleys in the Otago region.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Tent Site

Free Camping

Location

Greenstone Saddle Campsite•STL

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Common questions about Greenstone Saddle Campsite

Is Greenstone Saddle Campsite free to camp at?

We have Greenstone Saddle Campsite 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 Greenstone Saddle Campsite have?

Greenstone Saddle Campsite has 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 Greenstone Saddle Campsite online?

We hold no online booking link for Greenstone Saddle 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 Greenstone Saddle Campsite?

Greenstone Saddle Campsite 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 Greenstone Saddle Campsite

Facilities recorded for Greenstone Saddle Campsite
Facility	On site
Tent Site	Yes
Toilets	Yes
Free Camping	Yes

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