Grey River Campsite

Canterbury

Grey River Campsite

Canterbury

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Free CampingCaravansTent Site

About this campsite

Free DOC campsite in Canterbury's Mount Grey Conservation Area with tent and caravan sites. Stream water available; ford washed out, requiring river crossing on foot.

Grey River Campsite sits within Mount Grey/Maukatere Conservation Area in Canterbury, accessible via Cramptons Bush Road through Ashley Forest. This Department of Conservation site offers free camping for caravans and tents, with water sourced from the stream. Campers should note that vehicle access requires crossing the Grey River on foot, as the ford has been washed out. The conservation area features remnant native forest and tussock grasslands within a privately owned commercial forest setting. Given the ford conditions and access arrangements, it's advisable to contact DOC's Rangiora office on (03) 313 0820 before travelling to confirm current site conditions and vehicle access options.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Location

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Common questions about Grey River Campsite

Is Grey River Campsite free to camp at?

We have Grey River 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 Grey River Campsite have?

Grey River Campsite has caravans and tent site. 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 Grey River Campsite online?

We hold no online booking link for Grey River 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 Grey River Campsite?

Grey River 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 Grey River Campsite

Facilities recorded for Grey River Campsite
Facility	On site
Caravans	Yes
Tent Site	Yes

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