Lake Benmore Campground - Ohau C

Canterbury

Canterbury

About this campsite

Lake Benmore campground near Twizel offering unpowered sites, boat ramps, toilets and dump station. Lake views towards Mount Cook, accessible from SH8.

Lake Benmore Campground - Ohau C sits beside Lake Benmore near Twizel, accessed via McAughtries Road off State Highway 8. The privately operated site offers large unpowered camping areas suitable for caravans and tents, with high-standard boat ramps capable of launching three boats simultaneously, a floating platform, flushing toilets, and a dump station. Views extend across the lake towards Mount Cook. The location is removed from main roads, providing a quieter environment with minimal light pollution. Bookings are available but not essential, with modest fees payable by direct credit or cash on arrival.

Location

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Common questions about Lake Benmore Campground - Ohau C

Can you book Lake Benmore Campground - Ohau C online?

We hold no online booking link for Lake Benmore Campground - Ohau C, 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 Benmore Campground - Ohau C?

Lake Benmore Campground - Ohau C 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.

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