Okains bay campground

Canterbury

Canterbury

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CampgroundCaravansTent Site

About this campsite

Okains Bay Campground on Banks Peninsula offers beachside camping with tent and caravan sites, amenity blocks, kitchens and safe swimming near Christchurch.

Okains Bay Campground sits on the edge of Okains Bay beach and estuary on Banks Peninsula, operated by Christchurch City Council. The site accommodates caravans and tents across various settings, from larger areas suited to groups of families and friends to more secluded spots. Two amenity blocks provide toilets, washing facilities, coin-operated showers and kitchens equipped with gas or electric hobs, microwaves, fridges and electric zips. The beach and estuary offer safe swimming and water sport opportunities. Located at 1357 Okains Bay Road, the campground is approximately 1.5 hours from Christchurch.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Location

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Common questions about Okains bay campground

What facilities does Okains bay campground have?

Okains bay 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 Okains bay campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Okains bay 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 Okains bay campground?

Okains bay 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 Okains bay campground

Facilities recorded for Okains bay campground
Facility	On site
Caravans	Yes
Tent Site	Yes

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