Lake Alexandrina Campground

Canterbury

Canterbury

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CampgroundCaravansTent SiteToilets

About this campsite

Basic lakeside campground near Lake Tekapo with caravan and tent sites, managed by Mackenzie District Council. Seasonal operation with toilet facilities.

Lake Alexandrina Campground offers basic camping beside the lake shore with views of surrounding mountains in the Mackenzie District. Managed by Mackenzie District Council, the site provides facilities for caravans and tents with toilet amenities. The campground operates seasonally, closing over winter months from June to August. A fee of $20 per site applies. Located approximately 5 kilometres from Lake Tekapo township along Lake Alexandrina Road, the campground suits both tent campers and self-contained vehicles seeking straightforward lakeside accommodation in Canterbury's high country.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Location

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Common questions about Lake Alexandrina Campground

What facilities does Lake Alexandrina Campground have?

Lake Alexandrina Campground 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 Lake Alexandrina Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Lake Alexandrina 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 Lake Alexandrina Campground?

Lake Alexandrina 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 Lake Alexandrina Campground

Facilities recorded for Lake Alexandrina Campground
Facility	On site
Caravans	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Toilets	Yes

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