Pinders Pond

Otago

Pinders Pond

Otago

About this campsite

Free camping at Pinders Pond Reserve near Roxburgh. Historic dredge hole with swimming, picnicking, and minimal facilities. Pets welcome, no fires permitted.

Pinders Pond is a recreation reserve in the Teviot Valley near Roxburgh, managed by Central Otago District Council. The site occupies an old hydraulic elevation pond from the region's gold mining past, surrounded by mature trees and distinctive landforms. Visitors can enjoy picnicking and swimming in a safe environment, with overnight stays permitted for campervans and tents. The reserve offers flat areas for setting up camp, including some more private spots, though facilities are minimal. Open fires are not allowed. Pets are welcome at this free camping area, which provides a practical base for exploring the wider Teviot Valley and Clutha River margins.

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Common questions about Pinders Pond

Can you book Pinders Pond online?

We hold no online booking link for Pinders Pond, 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. If a managing authority takes bookings by phone, their number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Pinders Pond?

Pinders Pond sits in OTA. 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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