Te Moana Gorge Camp

Canterbury

Te Moana Gorge Camp

Canterbury

About this campsite

Free camping along the Hae Hae Te Moana River near Geraldine, set in native podocarp forest with fishing and rare long-tailed bats, managed by Timaru District Council.

Te Moana Gorge Camp is part of a trio of free campsites managed by Timaru District Council, located along a 2-kilometre stretch of the Hae Hae Te Moana River approximately 15 kilometres west of Geraldine in Canterbury. The sites sit within remnant podocarp forest, home to rimu, kahikatea, mataī, miro and tōtara, with a lush understory of native ferns and shrubs. The river offers fishing opportunities, and the gorge supports populations of the rare long-tailed bat (pekapeka), often visible at dusk. Campers should contact Timaru District Council for current facility details and booking requirements.

Location

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Common questions about Te Moana Gorge Camp

Is Te Moana Gorge Camp free to camp at?

We have Te Moana Gorge Camp in CAN recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

Can you book Te Moana Gorge Camp online?

We hold no online booking link for Te Moana Gorge Camp, 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 Te Moana Gorge Camp?

Te Moana Gorge Camp 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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