Sylvan Campsite

Otago

Sylvan Campsite

Otago

At a glance

CampgroundBackcountryToilets

About this campsite

This is a scenic campsite in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area. Camp beside the Routeburn River. Walk to Lake Sylvan via the bridge or day walk the start of the Routeburn Great Walk. Fish in the river (fly fishing only).

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Backcountry

Location

Sylvan Campsite•OTA

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Common questions about Sylvan Campsite

What facilities does Sylvan Campsite have?

Sylvan Campsite has backcountry 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 Sylvan Campsite online?

We hold no online booking link for Sylvan Campsite, 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 Sylvan Campsite?

Sylvan Campsite 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.

Facilities at Sylvan Campsite

Facilities recorded for Sylvan Campsite
Facility	On site
Backcountry	Yes
Toilets	Yes

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