Canterbury

Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation

Hokitika beachfront holiday park with powered and unpowered sites, dump point, showers, toilets and direct beach access surrounded by native gardens.

Hokitika's Kiwi Holiday Park and Motel

Hokitika's Kiwi Holiday Park offers powered sites, tent camping, caravans & motels near town centre. Playground, modern facilities & trail access.

Woodstock Domain

Woodstock Domain camping in Waitomo district, Waikato. Domain reserve camping site – contact local council for facilities and booking details.

Hokitika Holiday Park

Hokitika Holiday Park offers powered sites, cabins & motel units near the beach. Pet-friendly with playground, free WiFi, showers & drying room facilities.

Lake Rotoroa Campsite

Teetotal Campsite

Teetotal Campsite near St Arnaud provides DOC-managed camping with caravan/tent sites, toilets & water. Ideal base for Nelson Lakes National Park exploration.

Ottos Corner

Ottos Corner (Otto/MacDonalds) is a DOC campsite at Lake Mapourika, Westland Tai Poutini National Park, with toilets, unpowered sites, and lake access for fishing.

Jacksons Retreat - West Coast Holiday Park

Jacksons Retreat on the West Coast offers cabins and camping sites near Arthur's Pass, with river and alpine views, communal facilities and rainforest access.

Cloud 9 Lifestyle Park

Cloud 9 Lifestyle Park near Hokitika offers tent and caravan sites with dump point, clean facilities, and friendly owners in the peaceful Arahura Valley.

Awatere Accomodation

Awatere Accommodation in Marlborough provides tent and caravan sites. Contact the operator to confirm current facilities, fees and availability before visiting.

Lake Brunner Motor Camp

Lake Brunner Motor Camp in Moana offers powered and unpowered sites with lake views, dump station, shared facilities and native forest surrounds on the West Coast.

Reefton Motor Camp

Reefton Motor Camp offers powered and tent sites beside the Inangahua River, with full facilities including kitchen, laundry, and easy town access.

Greymouth Kiwi Holiday Park

Greymouth Kiwi Holiday Park at South Beach offers tent sites, powered caravan sites, dump point, showers, spa pool and kitchen near the West Coast Wilderness Trail.

Westport Kiwi Holiday Park

Westport Kiwi Holiday Park on New Zealand's West Coast offers tent sites and dump point facilities for campers exploring the region's heritage and natural attractions.

Gentle Annie

Gentle Annie camping ground at Mokihinui River mouth, West Coast. Sheltered tent and caravan sites with BBQ, showers, near Old Ghost Road and Kahurangi National Park.

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park offers powered and non-powered sites with modern facilities, dump station, and WiFi near West Coast glaciers and attractions.

Kiwi Park

Kiwi Park in Tasman offers camping sites, cabins and motels on six hectares, with facilities and easy access to cafes, shops and outdoor activities.

Rapahoe Beach Motor Camp

Beachfront camping near Greymouth with powered sites, dump point, tent areas and free WiFi. Traditional holiday park in former school grounds on the West Coast.

Charleston Motor Camp

Charleston Motor Camp on the West Coast offers powered caravan sites, tent camping and cabins with kitchen, laundry facilities. Pets welcome by arrangement.

Seal Colony Top 10 Holiday Park

Seal Colony Top 10 Holiday Park (now Carters Beach TOP 10) near Westport offers powered sites, tent camping, showers, toilets and dump point on the West Coast.

Riverview Holiday Park

Riverview Holiday Park in Tasman features powered caravan sites, tent camping, showers, toilets, drinking water and dump point facilities for touring campers.

Motunau Beach Campsite

MacDonalds campsite

MacDonalds Campsite, a DOC conservation site in Westland Tai Poutini National Park near Franz Josef, offers lake access, fishing, toilets and open fires.

Lake Mahinapua Campsite

Greymouth Top 10 Holiday Park

Greymouth Top 10 Holiday Park offers beachfront camping with powered and tent sites, dump point, and sea-view accommodation on New Zealand's West Coast.

Whataroa Gorge Freedom Camping

Little Whanganui Hotel

Little Whanganui Hotel campground on the West Coast offers tent and powered sites with showers, dump stations, wifi, and pet-friendly facilities near Kahurangi National Park.

Goldsborough Campsite

Kerr Bay Campsite

Lyell Campsite

Punakaiki Beach Camp

Punakaiki Beach Camp offers powered sites, cabins and camping near Pancake Rocks, with dump station, showers, and access to Paparoa National Park.

Okarito Community Campground

Community-run campground in remote Ōkārito, West Coast, offering tent and caravan sites near beach and lagoon with basic facilities and honesty-box payment system.

Fox Glacier Top 10 Holiday Park

Fox Glacier Top 10 Holiday Park offers powered sites, tent camping, dump point and full amenities near Fox Glacier and Franz Josef on New Zealand's West Coast.

Awatere Motor Camp

Awatere Motor Camp in Seddon, Marlborough, offers powered and unpowered sites with hot showers, kitchen, dump station and Wi-Fi. Pets by arrangement.

Kea accommodation village

Kea accommodation village in Westland Tai Poutini, West Coast. Contact operator for facilities, fees and booking details before your visit.

Ross Beach Top10 Holiday Park

Boutique West Coast holiday park with beachfront sites, gravel pitches among native harakeke, and communal facilities. Part of the Top10 network.

Rock Bivy

Rock Bivy offers basic natural shelter for self-sufficient trampers in remote backcountry. No facilities provided. Free camping for experienced users only.

Iveagh Bay

Free self-contained camping at Iveagh Bay on Lake Brunner's shore near Moana, West Coast. Unpowered sites with lake access and walking tracks nearby.

Trappers Rest

Trappers Rest campsite on New Zealand's West Coast. Contact local authorities to confirm facilities, access and camping conditions before visiting.

Camden Cookshop

Camden Cookshop in Marlborough's Blenheim area, managed by Hugo and Kelly Pitts. Contact operators directly to confirm facilities and booking details for this accommodation.

Coast Road Holiday Park

Family-run holiday park 5km south of Punakaiki offering safe camping in native forest, plus glow-worm and Westland petrel tours. Tents, vans and motorhomes welcome.

West Bay Campground (Buller)

West Bay Campground in Nelson Lakes National Park offers basic DOC camping for caravans and tents near Lake Rotoiti, St Arnaud, mid-December to April.

Salmon Farm Camping Grounds / Closed

Salmon Farm Camping Grounds is a closed campsite in the Waikato region that formerly offered caravan sites and basic toilet facilities for campers.

Seaview Lodge

Seaview Lodge campground in Hokitika offers elevated ocean and Southern Alps views on historic grounds, with easy access to beaches and town attractions.

Blairich Recreation Reserve

Blairich Recreation Reserve on Awatere Valley Road near Seddon offers freedom camping for self-contained vehicles, managed by Marlborough District Council.

Camp site (tents only)

Tent-only camp site listing with location query—appears in Tasmania, Australia rather than New Zealand. Contact operator to confirm correct details.

Links View Holiday Park

Links View Holiday Park in Hokitika offers campervan, caravan, tent sites and cabins amid farm surroundings and lavender gardens overlooking the golf links.

Rock Shelter Biv

Rock Shelter Biv is a basic backcountry rock bivouac in New Zealand's mountains, offering natural shelter for experienced trampers in remote alpine terrain.

Blackball District Community Centre

Affordable camping at Blackball Community Centre on the West Coast. Tent and motorhome sites from $10 per night with basic facilities and historic setting.

Mokihinui Motor Camp

Mokihinui Motor Camp on the West Coast offers river and beach access for fishing and coastal activities near Kahurangi National Park in northern Buller.

STOP Caravan park

STOP Caravan park in Waikato, New Zealand. Contact the operator directly to confirm facilities, fees and booking details for your stay.

Seddonville Holiday Park

Seddonville Holiday Park on the Mokihinui River offers peaceful camping with mountain views, clean facilities, and access to The Old Ghost Road near Westport.

Owen River Recreation Reserve

Owen River Recreation Reserve near Murchison offers camping with showers and restrooms. Ideal for rafting, kayaking, fishing and walking. Closes in winter.

Franz Josef Rainforest Retreat Holiday Park

Franz Josef holiday park with powered sites, dump point, showers and shared facilities near Franz Josef Glacier on the West Coast.

Nelson Creek

Nelson Creek DOC campsite near Ngahere, West Coast. Bush walks, gold mining relics and basic camping in native forest. No bookings required—contact DOC for details.

Slab Hut Creek Campsite

Marfells Beach Campsite

Hans Bay - Lake Kaniere Campsite

Coldwater Stream Campsite

Remote DOC campsite in Upper Wairau River area, Nelson/Tasman. 4WD access via toll road. Free camping with toilets. Base for fishing and kayaking.

Molesworth Cob Cottage Campsite

Gillespies Beach Campsite

Jack's Gasthof

Jack's Gasthof camping ground in Westport, West Coast, offers low-cost overnight camping with basic facilities alongside a restaurant and accommodation venue.

Kawatiri Campsite

Marble Hill Campsite

Angelus Hut Campsite

Alpine tent sites at 1,650m beside Lake Angelus in Nelson Lakes National Park. Year-round bookings required. Serious tramping conditions expected.

The Historic Empire Hotel Campsite

Historic West Coast campsite at the 1866 Empire Hotel in Ross, offering powered sites for self-contained vehicles in an authentic gold rush era setting.

Freedom Camping

Freedom Camping on the West Coast offers caravan sites with toilets. Check local bylaws and contact authorities to confirm access and requirements.

Greenstone Retreat

Kumara camping at Greenstone Retreat: unpowered sites among organic gardens, full kitchen, hot showers, wifi, laundry. Peaceful West Coast base near village.

Hector Freedom Campsite

Hector Freedom Campsite on the West Coast is a self-contained-only site for certified vehicles. Basic facilities in a scenic region ideal for exploring.

Lake Ianthe Matahi Campsite

Architect Creek campsite

Architect Creek campsite, managed by DOC in Westland Tai Poutini National Park, offers trampers a base along the Copland Track on the West Coast.

West Bay Campsite

Welcome Flat Hut Campsite

Welcome Flat Hut Campsite in Westland Tai Poutini National Park offers tent sites near natural hot pools along the scenic Copland Track. DOC-managed West Coast camping.

Camp spot

Camp spot offers basic camping in the TAS region of New Zealand. Contact operators to confirm facilities, fees and booking requirements before visiting.

Hotel Hari Hari Campground

Hotel Hari Hari Campground on the West Coast offers powered and non-powered sites with showers, toilets, drinking water and onsite restaurant access.

Porters Lodge Camp Sites

Alpine camper van sites at Porters Lodge near Castle Hill, Canterbury, with powered and unpowered options, lodge facilities, restaurant and mountain access.

Otaio Gorge Campsite

Otaio Gorge Campsite in Canterbury's Hunters Hills offers basic DOC camping beside native forest and the Otaio River, 15km west of Pleasant Point.

Kaikoura KiwiCamp

Kaikoura KiwiCamp offers eco-friendly camping in Canterbury. Contact operator to confirm facilities, fees and booking details for this KiwiCamp location.

Pigeon Bay Camping Ground

Back-to-basics camping on Banks Peninsula with unpowered sites, drinking water, toilets, playground, tennis court and sheltered swimming beach. Online booking required.

YMCA Campground

YMCA Campground in Canterbury provides camping accommodation managed by the YMCA organisation. Contact directly for facilities, pricing and booking details.

Clarkes Flat

Clarkes Flat DOC campsite in Canterbury offers tent and caravan sites with basic facilities. Contact DOC for current fees and amenities information.

Trustpower Campsite

Trustpower Campsite in Canterbury, managed by Trustpower. Contact the operator directly to confirm facilities, fees and booking details for your stay.

Balmoral Reserve

Seasonal camping ground beside Hurunui River near Culverden, Canterbury. Non-powered sites for caravans and tents with basic facilities year-round.

Lake Taylor Campsite

Lake Taylor Campsite in Lake Sumner Forest Park, Canterbury, offers tent and caravan sites with basic facilities for exploring this remote conservation area.

Hakatere Reserve

Hakatere Reserve is a council campground in Canterbury's Hakatere Conservation Park, between the Rakaia and Rangitata Rivers. Contact council for details.

Falstone Creek Campground

Waitaki District Council campground on Lake Benmore with boat ramp access, elevated sites and seasonal operation. Popular with returning campers, registration required.

Little River Campground

Classic Kiwi campground in native bush near Little River, offering powered and unpowered sites, rustic cabins, and eco facilities in peaceful Okuti Valley.

Lake Poaka Campsite

Free DOC campsite near Twizel with mountain views, toilet facilities, and access for both self-contained and non-self-contained campers. Four-night maximum stay.

Alpine Holiday Apartments & Campground

Alpine Holiday Apartments & Campground in Hanmer Forest offers powered and unpowered sites, cabins, and pet-friendly camping near Hanmer Springs township.

Camp spot

Camp spot in Canterbury provides basic camping for self-sufficient visitors. Contact the operator to confirm facilities, availability and booking details.

Pineacres Holiday Park

Pineacres Holiday Park in Kaiapoi, Canterbury offers powered and unpowered sites, motel units, and a licensed restaurant with laundry and kitchen facilities.

Glenmark Reserve

Hurunui District Council freedom camping site near Waipara with flush toilets, water and space for up to 10 non-self-contained vehicles or tents.

Knottingley Park Campground

Knottingley Park Campground in Waimate offers tent and caravan sites within a 36-hectare arboretum, managed by Waimate District Council with powered sites available.

Lake Mason Camping

Lake Mason Camping in Lake Sumner Forest Park offers remote backcountry camping amid mountain beech forest and tussock grassland near a 39-metre-deep highland lake.

Okuti Garden

Okuti Garden offers yurts, tipi and house truck accommodation in Okuti Valley, Banks Peninsula. Ideal for retreats, workshops and celebrations with garden kitchen.

Klondyke Corner Campsite

Rangitata Huts Reserve

Seasonal camping reserve in Canterbury for self-contained vehicles, near Rangitata River mouth. Powered and non-powered sites available September to Easter.

Milford Huts

Milford Huts in Canterbury provides hut accommodation. Contact the operator directly to confirm availability, fees and facilities for your stay.

Coes Ford Recreation Reserve

Coes Ford Recreation Reserve in Canterbury offers free seasonal camping by the Selwyn River with tent and caravan sites, toilets, and fishing access.

Okiwi Bay Campsite

Lake Heron Camp

Seasonal lakeside camping at Lake Heron in Canterbury's Ashburton District, managed by DOC. Open 1 October to 30 April with restrictions on activities.

Grey River Camping

Free DoC camping at Grey River in Mount Grey/Maukatere Conservation Area, Canterbury. Stream water, vehicle access, river crossing required via washed-out ford.

Woodend Christian Camp

Woodend Christian Camp in Canterbury offers faith-based camping for groups and individuals. Contact operators to confirm facilities and bookings.

Bivouac site

Basic backcountry bivouac site in Canterbury for experienced trampers. Remote alpine shelter requiring navigation skills. Contact operator for details.

Christchurch Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels

Christchurch holiday park in Woolston offering motels, cabins, powered and tent sites, 4.2km from city centre and 7km from Sumner Beach in Canterbury.

Gore Bay Hillside Campground

Gore Bay Hillside Campground near Cheviot offers powered and non-powered sites with beach access, hot showers, kitchen facilities, and proximity to Cathedral Cliffs.

Lake Tennyson Campsite

A1 Kaikoura

A1 Kaikoura Motels & Holiday Park offers tent sites and caravan facilities in central Kaikoura with WiFi, BBQ areas, laundry, and beach access.

Cheviot Motel & Holiday Park

Cheviot Motel & Holiday Park in North Canterbury provides motel units, cabins and camping with showers, wifi, laundry and pet-friendly sites on Ward Road, Cheviot.

Pattersons Ponds Camping Ground

Pattersons Ponds Camping Ground in Canterbury offers freedom camping for certified self-contained vehicles, with a three-night maximum stay under Mackenzie District rules.

Top 10 Holiday Park

Top 10 Holiday Park in Canterbury provides powered sites, tent camping, showers, toilets, drinking water and dump point facilities for caravans and campervans.

Motunau Campsite

Simple grass campsite near Motunau Beach with basic facilities, toilets and water. Administered by Motunau Beach Ratepayers Association, honesty box payment.

Lake Benmore Campground - Ohau C

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

Lake Alexandrina Campground

Basic lakeside campground near Lake Tekapo with caravan and tent sites, managed by Mackenzie District Council. Seasonal operation with toilet facilities.

wild camp area

Wild camp area in New Zealand offering basic, unmanaged camping for self-sufficient visitors seeking a remote, back-to-basics outdoor experience.

Amber Park

Amber Park campground in Christchurch offers powered tent sites and caravan pitches with electric hookups, located 5km from the city centre on Blenheim Road.

Rangitata River Mouth Camping Ground

Seasonal council campground at Rangitata River mouth, Canterbury, with powered and non-powered sites, kitchen and ablution blocks. Popular for fishing and families.

Geraldine Top 10 Holyday Park

Geraldine's only central holiday park with powered/non-powered sites, dump point, showers and BBQ areas. Walk to shops and domain with seasonal pool.

Lake Pukaki Camping Area

Lake Pukaki Camping Area provides freedom camping with stunning turquoise lake and Mount Cook views, suitable for tents and caravans near the lake edge.

Arundel Bridge campsite

Free riverside camping for self-contained vehicles near Arundel, Canterbury. Long-drop toilets, picnic tables, 14-night maximum stay. Operated by Timaru District Council.

Twizel Holiday Park

Twizel Holiday Park in Canterbury offers powered sites, tent camping, dump point, showers and toilets. Convenient base for exploring Mackenzie Country.

Paia Point

Paia Point campsite in Goose Bay, Kaikoura, offers caravan and tent sites along the Canterbury coast. Contact operator to confirm details and availability.

Quailburn Campsite

Sailors Cutting Campsite

Council-run campsite on Lake Benmore with tent sites, boat ramp, toilets and swimming area. Seasonal operation from September to May along SH 83.

Mountain View Top 10 Holiday Park

Mountain View Top 10 Holiday Park in Hanmer Springs, Canterbury offers powered caravan and tent sites with showers, toilets and drinking water facilities.

Gore Bay Central Campground

Gore Bay Central Campground in Canterbury offers powered and non-powered beachfront sites with toilets, hot showers, kitchen facilities and direct beach access.

Lake McGregor

Lake McGregor campground in Canterbury offers lakeside camping for tents and campervans, 7.4km from Lake Tekapo with mountain views in the Mackenzie Basin.

Rangitata Fishing Huts

Seasonal riverside camping near the Rangitata River mouth in Canterbury, offering powered and non-powered sites for self-contained vehicles with fishing access.

Boat Harbour

Sheltered lakeside camping at Boat Harbour, Lake Benmore. Council-run site near Otematata with boat ramp access, mature trees, and facilities for caravans and tents.

Round Bush Campsite

Glentunnel Holiday Park

Council-run Glentunnel Holiday Park in Canterbury offers powered and unpowered sites for caravans and tents with river access and walking trails nearby.

Springfield Domain Camping

Springfield Domain Camping in Canterbury offers powered sites for caravans and tent camping. Convenient stopover with essential facilities in Springfield township.

Te Akatarawa Campground

Council campground beside Lake Aviemore in Canterbury, with seasonal lakeside camping under willows. Swimming, boating, fishing. Managed by Waimate District Council.

Freedom Camping spot

Freedom camping spot in Canterbury, New Zealand. Self-contained camping on public land subject to local bylaws. Check regulations before visiting.

Waihora Park Domain

Peaceful camping ground at Motukarara with toilets, water, BBQs and playground. Ideal base for exploring Banks Peninsula, 20 minutes from Christchurch.

Waitangi West Campground

Waitangi West Campground on Lake Aviemore, managed by Waimate District Council. Lakeside camping between Aviemore and Benmore dams with registration on arrival.

Pineglades Naturist Club

Membership-only naturist club near Christchurch offering camping, bach hire, pool, spa, and recreational facilities on 7.4 hectares of parkland at Rolleston.

Loch Katrine Campsite

Andrews Shelter Campsite

Free DOC campsite in Arthur's Pass National Park with shelter, toilets and river flat camping. Popular base for trampers heading to Casey Hut on Mount White Road.

Mt Somers Domain Camp

Mt Somers Domain Camp in Canterbury provides powered sites, tent camping and caravan facilities managed by Mt Somers Reserve Board. Check availability before visiting.

Little Akaloa Domain

Little Akaloa Domain in Canterbury offers grassy camping with toilet facilities, honesty-box payments, and pet-friendly sites suitable for all vehicles.

Glentanner Holiday Park

Family-run holiday park on Lake Pukaki, 18km from Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, offering campervan sites on a working merino station in Canterbury.

Waipara Sleepers Motor Camp

Waipara Sleepers Motor Camp offers powered caravan sites and tent camping in Canterbury's wine country, with hot showers, BBQ facilities and unique railway wagon accommodation.

Pines Holiday Park

Pines Holiday Park in Hanmer Springs, Canterbury, provides powered and tent sites, cabins and motels amid native gardens with mountain views and modern facilities.

White Horse Hill Campground

Kaikoura

Kaikoura camping with power, water, showers and toilets. Caravan-friendly sites in Canterbury's coastal whale-watching hub. Confirm details with operator.

Greyneys

Free DOC campsite in Arthur's Pass National Park offering tent and caravan sites with shelter, stream water, and access to historic forest walks and waterfalls.

Temuka Holiday Park

Temuka Holiday Park in the Temuka Domain offers powered sites, cabins, free facilities and access to 75 hectares of sports grounds, pool and recreation areas.

Chamberlains Ford Recreation Reserve

Chamberlains Ford Recreation Reserve near Leeston offers riverside camping, fishing, picnicking and swimming beside the Selwyn River in Canterbury, New Zealand.

Woodend Beach Holiday Park

Woodend Beach Holiday Park in Canterbury offers coastal camping near the beach. Contact the park directly to confirm facilities and availability.

Kairaki Beach Holiday Park

Kairaki Beach Holiday Park near Kaiapoi offers powered caravan sites, tent camping, and river access with modern facilities including showers, laundry and dump stations.

Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite

Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite

Rakaia Gorge Camping Ground

Rakaia Gorge Camping Ground in Canterbury offers seasonal camping with basic facilities near Mt Hutt, the gorge walks and alpine scenery along the Inland Scenic Route.

Timber Yard Point Lakeside Domain

Lakeside campground on Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere, Canterbury, with public toilets, dog-friendly areas, boating, fishing and birdwatching. Maximum 28-day stay.

Acheron Accomodation House Campsite

Basic DOC campsite at historic 1863 Acheron Accommodation House in Molesworth Recreation Reserve, with three flat camping areas, toilets and tap water.

Grumpy's Retreat Holiday Park

Grumpy's Retreat Holiday Park at Orari Bridge near Geraldine offers powered caravan sites and tent camping with well-maintained facilities on Canterbury's main tourist route.

Fairlie Holiday Park

Fairlie Holiday Park offers powered caravan sites and tent camping among mature trees, a short walk from town and 30 minutes from Lake Tekapo in Canterbury.

Hibburt Park

Affordable group campsite in Spencerville, Christchurch with bunk rooms sleeping up to 66 people plus tent sites, managed by Spreydon Youth Community Trust.

Scarborough Reserve

Free DOC camping for self-contained vehicles in Kaikoura, Canterbury. Check local freedom camping rules with Department of Conservation before visiting.

Te Mona Gorge site 2

Free riverside campsite in Te Moana Gorge, 15km west of Geraldine. Managed by Timaru District Council. Native forest setting with fishing and wildlife.

Cass

Cass campsite in Canterbury offers caravan facilities and drinking water. Confirm fees and details with the operator before your visit to this rural site.

Jollie Camp Spot

Jollie Camp Spot in Canterbury's Gamack Conservation Area near Lake Pukaki, accessed via a three-kilometre track from Braemar Mount Cook Station Road.

Victoria Park Camping Ground

Council-run camping ground in Waimate, Canterbury, offering tent sites and cabins. Convenient town location for exploring South Canterbury attractions.

Waitohi Bush Reserve

Free native bush camping near Pleasant Point with BBQ, toilets, water and walking tracks. Caravans and tents welcome, 14-night stay limit. Timaru district.

Kaikoura Costal Campgrounds

Kaikoura Costal Campgrounds at Goose Bay offers caravan and tent sites on SH1. Contact (03) 319 5348 to confirm facilities, fees and local camping regulations.

South New Brighton Holiday Park

Family-owned seaside holiday park in Christchurch with non-powered sites, free wifi, hot showers, dump station, and frequent bus access to the city centre.

Mt Somers Holiday Park

Mt Somers Holiday Park offers tent and caravan sites on the Inland Scenic Route 72, near Mt Somers Track, Mt Hutt Skifield and Canterbury lakes.

Waipara Adventure Centre

Waipara Adventure Centre in Canterbury offers camping, bunkrooms and activity facilities for school camps, corporate events and community groups on six hectares.

Grey River Campsite

Free DOC campsite in Canterbury's Mount Grey Conservation Area with tent and caravan sites. Stream water available; ford washed out, requiring river crossing on foot.

Parson Rock Reserve

Parson Rock Reserve is a council-run seasonal campground on Lake Aviemore near Kurow, offering basic lakeside camping for fishing and water activities.

Freedom Camping for Self Contained Vehicles

Freedom camping for certified self-contained vehicles in New Zealand. Rules vary by council under the Freedom Camping Act 2011—check local bylaws before camping.

Duntroon Domain Camping

Waitaki District Council-managed camping ground in Duntroon offering powered and unpowered sites for tents and caravans, with showers, toilets and cooking facilities.

Greta Valley campground

Greta Valley Camping Ground near Waipara offers powered and unpowered sites with showers, drinking water, and mature shade trees in rural Canterbury.

Little akaloa campsite

Little Akaloa Campsite in Canterbury offers grassy sites with toilets, honesty-box payment, and pet-friendly facilities suitable for all vehicles near Akaroa.

Te Moana Gorge Camp

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.

Temple Campsite

Waitohi Domain Camping Area

Free backcountry camping at Waitohi Domain near Pleasant Point, with native bush walks, birdlife, toilets and water. Closed mid-April to early spring.

Kaikoura Peketa Beach Holiday Park

Beachfront holiday park in Kaikoura with powered sites for caravans and tents, cabin accommodation, mountain and sea views, playgrounds, mini golf, and dog-friendly facilities.

Lake Wardell

Lake Wardell freedom camping area near Twizel offers spacious sites for self-contained caravans under pine trees, with basic facilities and three-night maximum stay.

Gore Bay Buxton Campground

Gore Bay Buxton Campground offers powered and non-powered beachfront sites with pohutukawa trees, showers, basic kitchen, and playground near Gore Bay beach.

Deer Valley Campsite

Deer Valley Campsite in Lewis Pass Scenic Reserve, Canterbury, offers tent and caravan sites beside the Lewis River with basic DOC facilities near St James Walkway.

Rakaia huts

Rakaia Huts Reserve in Canterbury provides donation-based freedom camping for self-contained vehicles, with toilets and a two-night maximum stay near the Rakaia River.

Hanmer Glamping

Dome tent glamping near Hanmer Springs, Canterbury, with en-suite facilities, wood-fired hot tubs, mountain views and easy access to the village attractions.

Kowhai Flat

Kowhai Flat DOC campsite in Canterbury offers basic riverside camping near the Rakaia River, northwest of Methven with fishing access and long drop toilets.

Loch Laird Campsite

Loch Laird Campsite offers tent and caravan sites beside Lake Benmore near Benmore Dam, managed by Waitaki District Council with toilets, water and lake access.

Farmyard Holiday Park

Family-friendly holiday park near Geraldine with farm animals, tent and campervan sites, cabins, and self-contained units. Operated by Rachel and Glenn.

Mistletoe Flat Campsite

Geraldine TOP 10 Holiday Park

Geraldine TOP 10 Holiday Park offers powered and non-powered sites in central Geraldine, with full facilities and convenient access to local amenities.

Wooded Gully Campsite

Wooded Gully Campsite in Canterbury offers DOC-managed camping with tent sites, caravan access, and toilets. Contact DOC for fees and booking details.

NZMCA The Willows

NZMCA The Willows in West Melton, Canterbury, is a members-only motorhome park with access to trails, fishing, and picnic areas. Ten-day stay limit applies.

Glenroy Lodge

Baptist camp 70km south-west of Christchurch with accommodation for 80, RV sites, bunk rooms, ensuites, and 11 acres of grounds. Self-catered retreat facility.

Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite

Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) DOC campsite in Craigieburn Forest Park, Canterbury. Lakeside camping for tents and caravans with toilets, birdwatching opportunities.

Ealing NZMCA Park

Ealing NZMCA Park near Ashburton offers grassy caravan sites for members with a historic church common room. Confirm facilities with NZMCA before visiting.

Hinds River

Hinds River campsite near Ashburton offers free overnight camping for self-contained vehicles and tents, with basic facilities managed by the district council.

Waihi Gorge Campsite

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park in Canterbury offers caravan and tent sites on Lake Ruataniwha's shores near Twizel, with Southern Alps views and forest surrounds.

Scout Camp

Scout Camp in Canterbury, New Zealand, serves youth groups and scouting organisations. Contact the operator to confirm facilities, booking and access details.

Wildlife Campsite

Wildlife Campsite in Canterbury offers caravan and tent sites with basic facilities for self-contained campers exploring the region's attractions.

Riverlands Holiday Park

Riverlands Holiday Park near Kaiapoi offers motels, powered sites and tent camping above the Waimakariri River, with convenient motorway access in North Canterbury.

Boyle Campsite

Winchester Bridge

Winchester Bridge campsite in Canterbury offers caravan and tent sites with basic toilets. Contact local authorities to confirm fees and availability.

Dansey's Pass Holiday Park

Dansey's Pass Holiday Park in Canterbury offers tent and caravan sites with free showers, camp kitchen, WiFi and barbecues near Naseby's historic goldfields.

Lake Middleton Campsite

Johns Motel and Holiday Park

Johns Motel and Holiday Park in Canterbury offers caravan sites with dump station and shower facilities near Christchurch. Contact operators to confirm services.

Orton Bradley Group Campsite

Orton Bradley Group Campsite in Canterbury offers self-contained camping within a 650-hectare park on Lyttelton Harbour, with walking tracks and basic facilities.

Glenmark Holiday Park

Glenmark Holiday Park in Timaru offers cabins, motel units and powered sites near central Timaru. Quiet park with various accommodation options.

Freedom Camping for Self Contained Vehicles

Hanmer Springs Forest Camp

Hanmer Springs Forest Camp offers 24 shady, unpowered tent sites plus cabins and group facilities. Charitable trust near walking and cycling trails.

Casey Campsite

Puhi Puhi Campsite

Basic DOC backcountry campsite in Puhi Puhi Scenic Reserve, Marlborough, with grassy tent sites, long-drop toilets, stream water and a short bush walk near Kaikōura.

Freedom Camping for Self Contained Vehicles

Freedom camping sites for certified self-contained vehicles in New Zealand, subject to regional bylaws and environmental restrictions on conservation and council land.

Lake Opuha - Bennetts Road

Freedom camping for self-contained vehicles at Lake Opuha, Canterbury. Three-night maximum, summer closure applies. Contact Mackenzie District Council to confirm.

West Oxford Reserve

West Oxford Reserve in Canterbury offers basic caravan camping. Contact local authorities to confirm facilities, fees and booking requirements before visiting.

Woodbury Domain & Hall

Woodbury Domain & Hall offers camping in Canterbury, New Zealand. Contact local administrators to confirm facilities, fees and booking details.

Ahuriri Bridge Campsite

Whitecliffs Domain

Whitecliffs Domain camping in Canterbury, NZ. Basic domain reserve facilities. Contact local council for fees, bookings and current amenities information.

Okains Bay

Okains Bay Camping Ground on Banks Peninsula provides tent and caravan sites, amenity blocks, kitchens, and beachfront access for coastal camping adventures.

Lake Benmore Holiday Park

Lake Benmore Holiday Park near Omarama offers caravan sites with unique private ensuites. Currently closed for 2025/2026 season—contact operators for updates.

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks Christchurch in Papanui offers powered and unpowered sites, caravan parking, showers, toilets, communal kitchen and BBQ facilities in Canterbury.

Leigh Camp

Leigh Camp is a holiday park near Rangiora, Canterbury, offering rural camping with access to local walking and biking tracks in the Waimakariri District.

Raincliff Youth Camp

Raincliff Youth Camp near Pleasant Point, South Canterbury, offers group accommodation managed by the Anglican Church since 1971, two hours south of Christchurch.

NZMCA Hanmer

NZMCA Hanmer offers members-only motorhome parking near Hanmer Springs, Canterbury, with dump point facilities for self-contained vehicles exploring the region.

Kurow Holiday Park

Kurow Holiday Park offers powered sites, tent camping and caravan facilities beside the Waitaki River in Canterbury, with fishing, kayaking and cycle trail access.

Orari Campsite

DOC campsite in Geraldine area, Canterbury, featuring podocarp forest setting, basic facilities including toilets and water, with historic bush tramway nearby.

Peel Forest Campground

DOC-managed campground in Peel Forest Park, Canterbury, with 47 sites (34 powered), cabins, hot showers, communal kitchen, and accessible facilities near walking tracks.

Cheviot Hotel Campground

Cheviot Hotel Campground in North Canterbury offers powered and non-powered sites near the hotel's restaurant and bars, sheltered by mature trees on the touring route.

Taylors Stream

Taylors Stream camping area in Canterbury offers roadside accommodation for caravans and tents with toilets, suitable for self-contained vehicles near a fishing spot.

Pascoe Park Campground and Tourist Park

Pascoe Park Campground and Tourist Park in Styx, Christchurch offers tent and RV sites. Contact the Seventh-Day Adventist-owned park for bookings and details.

Hawdon Shelter Campsite

Hawdon Shelter Campsite in Arthur's Pass National Park offers tent and caravan sites with basic shelter, toilets, and stream water on grassy Hawdon Valley flats.

Spencer Beach Holiday Park

Spencer Beach Holiday Park near Christchurch offers powered sites, tent camping and caravan facilities within a 70-hectare forested reserve, 500m from the beach.

Waikari Reserve Campground

Waikari Reserve Campground in Hurunui District offers powered and non-powered sites with toilets, showers, kitchen, netball and tennis courts. Dogs welcome.

Winchester Motor Camp

Winchester Motor Camp in Canterbury offers motor camping sites for caravans and motorhomes. Contact directly to confirm facilities and availability.

O'Neills Camping Grounds

Free self-contained camping near Cave, Canterbury. Managed by Timaru District Council with basic facilities, close to historic limestone caves with Māori rock art.

Okains bay campground

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

Kaikoura Top 10 Holiday Park

Kaikoura Top 10 Holiday Park on Beach Road offers powered sites, tent camping, dump point, showers and toilets near marine attractions and township amenities.

Ryde Falls Camp

Ryde Falls Camp in Canterbury's Oxford Forest offers basic tent camping near the five-tier falls, accessible via a 7km track through beech forest.

Methven Camping Ground

Methven Camping Ground in Canterbury offers tent and caravan sites with kitchen, laundry, lounge and games room, a short walk from Methven township and Mount Hutt.

Omarama Top 10 Holiday Park

Family-owned Omarama Top 10 Holiday Park in Waitaki offers tent sites, cabins and motels near the Omarama Stream, with easy access to Mt Cook, Tekapo and Wānaka.

Fisherman's Bend Campground

Waimate District Council's Fisherman's Bend Campground on Lake Waitaki offers seasonal camping near Aviemore Dam with water-based recreation opportunities.

Hurunui Mouth Camping Grounds

Basic coastal camping at Hurunui Mouth with unpowered sites, toilets, honesty-box payment and dog-friendly access. Managed by Domett Reserves Committee.

Pioneer Park Campsite

DOC-managed campsite in Canterbury's Pioneer Park Conservation Area offering tent and caravan sites, toilets, and access to short walks and historic Burkes Cottage.

Rangiora Holiday Park

Rangiora Holiday Park offers affordable rural camping near Christchurch, with dog-friendly sites, horse paddock and access to Canterbury walking tracks.