Knottingley Park Campground

Canterbury

Canterbury

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About this campsite

Knottingley Park Campground in Waimate offers tent and caravan sites within a 36-hectare arboretum, managed by Waimate District Council with powered sites available.

Knottingley Park Campground, managed by Waimate District Council, occupies approximately two acres within a 36-hectare arboretum of mature exotic trees, located 2km from Waimate in Canterbury. The campground provides level sites for caravans and unlimited tent pitches, with 16 power points available across the grounds. Large trees border the camping area, offering natural shade. Facilities include concrete-block ablution buildings with showers, basic toilets and a kitchen. The wider park features walking and cycling tracks, a small playground, and landscaped gardens accessible via an impressive stone entrance. Contact Waimate District Council for current fees and booking requirements.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Location

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Common questions about Knottingley Park Campground

What facilities does Knottingley Park Campground have?

Knottingley Park Campground 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 Knottingley Park Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Knottingley Park Campground, 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 Knottingley Park Campground?

Knottingley Park Campground 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 Knottingley Park Campground

Facilities recorded for Knottingley Park Campground
Facility	On site
Caravans	Yes
Tent Site	Yes

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