Hawdon Shelter Campsite

Canterbury

Canterbury

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CampgroundCaravansTent SiteToilets

About this campsite

Hawdon Shelter Campsite in Arthur's Pass National Park offers tent and caravan sites with basic shelter, toilets, and stream water on grassy Hawdon Valley flats.

Hawdon Shelter Campsite sits on grassy flats in the lower Hawdon Valley within Arthur's Pass National Park, Canterbury. Managed by the Department of Conservation, this site accommodates caravans and tents, with toilets provided. A basic shelter offers cooking space with a roof and three walls. Water is available from the stream, and fires are not permitted. The campsite is accessible by car, campervan or caravan, making it suitable for both traditional campers and those travelling with larger vehicles. Advance booking is required, with fees charged per night.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Location

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Common questions about Hawdon Shelter Campsite

What facilities does Hawdon Shelter Campsite have?

Hawdon Shelter Campsite has caravans, tent site and 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 Hawdon Shelter Campsite online?

We hold no online booking link for Hawdon 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 Hawdon Shelter Campsite?

Hawdon 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 Hawdon Shelter Campsite

Facilities recorded for Hawdon Shelter Campsite
Facility	On site
Caravans	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Toilets	Yes

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