Southland

Henry Creek Campsite

DOC campsite beside Lake Te Anau on Milford Road, Fiordland. 40 sites in beech forest, toilets provided. Closest campsite to Te Anau heading to Milford Sound.

Monkey Island

Freedom camping site at Orepuki near Te Waewae Bay, Southland. Non-self-contained permitted, dogs on leash, no drinking water. Up to 28 days per year allowed.

Thornbury Bridge Picnic Area

Freedom camping at Thornbury Bridge on Aparima Bridge Reserve, Southland. Non-self-contained sites allowed up to 28 days yearly. Dogs on leash required.

Monowai Campsite

Lumsden Motor Camp

Lumsden Motor Camp in Southland offers powered and tent sites with basic facilities, providing a convenient base for exploring the region's attractions.

Invercargill Kiwi Holiday Park

Invercargill Kiwi Holiday Park sits on a 17-acre working farm with farm animals, self-contained units, camping facilities, dump point and free parking near Otago.

Port William Campsite

Mavora Lake DoC camping

Two DOC camping areas at Mavora Lakes Conservation Park, Southland. Mountain scenery, tramping, fishing, mountain biking. Lord of the Rings film location.

Moray Terrace

Department of Conservation site in Fortrose, Southland, on land beside Moray Terrace near the water. Contact DOC to confirm facilities and stay conditions.

Cascade Creek Campsite

DOC campsite on Milford Road in Fiordland, with drinking water, toilets, campfire facilities and space for tents and caravans near Lake Gunn walking tracks.

North Arm Campsite

Māori Beach Campsite

Totara Campsite

Colac Bay / Oraka camping area

Beachside freedom camping for certified self-contained vehicles at Colac Bay / Ōraka, Southland. Two-day limit, public toilets available, 45 minutes from Invercargill.

The Bluff Camping Ground

Harbourside camping ground in Bluff, Southland, with dump point facilities and views across Foveaux Strait. Established WWII site near oyster boats.

Last Light Lodge Campground

Last Light Lodge Campground in Tuatapere, Southland, features powered and non-powered sites amid native gardens, close to Fiordland National Park and Hump Ridge Track.

Central City Camping Park

Central City Camping Park in Invercargill offers powered sites, cabins and communal facilities close to Southland's amenities and regional attractions.

Andy’s Place

Self-contained camping ground near Te Anau, Southland, with basic facilities including picnic tables. $15 per person; children under 10 free. No toilets on site.

Amble on Inn Holiday Park

Family-owned Invercargill holiday park offering powered sites, tent sites, cabins and self-contained units in a semi-rural setting with dump point and facilities.

Lake Mackenzie Campsite

The Lodge Athol and Holiday Park

Lodge and holiday park accommodation in Athol, Northern Southland, with motorhome sites and lodge rooms. Convenient access to Queenstown, Te Anau and cycle trails.

Mavora Lakes Campsite

Freedom Camping for Self Contained Vehicles

Legal freedom camping for certified self-contained vehicles in New Zealand, subject to local bylaws. Check vehicle certification and council rules before camping.

South Arm Campsite (Lake Manapouri)

Sawdust Bay Campsite

Sawdust Bay Campsite in Southland provides basic tent camping with restrooms and parking. Contact DOC for bookings, fees and access details for this remote site.

Gore A&P Showgrounds

Gore A&P Showgrounds camping in Southland offers powered and non-powered sites, showers, dump station and sheltered grounds for motorhomes and tents.

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park offers powered sites for caravans, motorhomes & tents with lake views, plus dump point, showers, kitchen & lounge facilities.

Gore Motor Camp

Gore Motor Camp on Broughton Street offers powered sites, dump point, toilets, laundry and kitchen facilities in Southland's motorhome-friendly town.

Rakiura Cabins

Private off-grid cabins on Stewart Island with king beds, ensuites and kitchens. Experience kiwi calls and native bush in peaceful surroundings.

Walker Creek Campsite

Basic DOC campsite beside the Eglinton River on Milford Road, Fiordland National Park. Tent and caravan sites, toilets, stream water. Fires not permitted.

Beach Road Holiday Park

Beach Road Holiday Park in Invercargill offers sheltered grounds near Oreti Beach with caravan, motorhome and tent sites, plus essential facilities.

Freedom Camping for Self Contained Vehicles

Freedom camping site in STL for certified self-contained vehicles. Check local bylaws for restrictions. Valid blue or green warrant required until 2026.

Ocean Beach Campsite

Ocean Beach Campsite in STL offers caravan and tent sites on the Wainuiomata Coast. Contact DOC for bookings, fees and facility details.

Thornbury Freedom Camp

Thornbury Freedom Camp at Aparima Bridge Reserve near Riverton welcomes non-self-contained campers for up to 28 days yearly. Dogs on leash permitted.

Invercargill Top 10 Holiday Park

Invercargill Holiday Park offers powered caravan sites, tent sites and dump point facilities, located five minutes from Invercargill town centre on McIvor Road.

Luxmore Hut Wild Camping

Backcountry camping at Luxmore Hut on the Kepler Track, Fiordland. High-altitude Great Walk accommodation with alpine views. DOC bookings required year-round.

Camp Taringatura

Camp Taringatura offers a tranquil bush setting in Southland's Oreti Community with horse riding, four-wheel driving and stream access for school camps and groups.

Iris Burn Campsite

Telford Campsite

Telford Campsite in Takitimu Conservation Area, Southland. DOC-managed site with toilets, multiple tent sites. Popular Te Araroa stop. Confirm details with DOC.

Upper Eglinton Campsite

Brod Bay Campsite

Curioscape Campground

Curioscape Campground at Curio Bay, Southland, offers powered and unpowered sites for caravans and tents with amenities block, drinking water and coastal views.

Deer Flat Campsite

Greenstone Saddle Campsite

Free DOC backcountry campsite on the Greenstone and Caples tracks in Otago, offering tent sites and toilets between Lake Howden outlet and the valley junction.

Manapouri Motel and Holiday Park

Manapouri Motel and Holiday Park offers powered sites, tent camping and motel units near Fiordland National Park, with full facilities and easy access to Doubtful Sound.

Allan's Base Camp

Allan's Base Camp is a private, pet-friendly campground in rural Southland, ideal for birdwatchers. Contact the operator to confirm facilities and fees.

Thicket Burn Campsite

Possum Lodge

Traditional lakeside camping ground on Lake Manapouri with powered sites, tent sites, showers and toilets, surrounded by native beech forest near Fiordland.

Mossburn Country Park

Mossburn Country Park: powered sites, unpowered sites and cabins on 28 acres near Queenstown and Te Anau, with kitchen, showers and cycle trail access.

Stewart Island Backpackers

Stewart Island Backpackers offers tent sites with power, showers, toilets and drinking water on remote Stewart Island/Rakiura, New Zealand.

Piano Flat Campsite

Mackay Creek Campsite

Kiosk Creek Campsite

Waikaia Motor Camp

Waikaia Motor Camp offers 64 powered sites and tent spaces near the river in Southland, open October to April with kitchen, laundry and refurbished amenities.

Gore Town and Country Club

Dolamore Park

Low-cost camping at Dolamore Park near Gore, set in 95 hectares of native forest with rhododendrons, walking tracks, disc golf and dump point facilities.

Riverton Holiday Park and Camping Ground

Family-owned Riverton Holiday Park in Southland offers powered and non-powered sites for caravans and tents, with sea views and easy access to the Southern Scenic Route.

Dunsdale Recreation Reserve

Dunsdale Recreation Reserve offers freedom camping for caravans and tents in Southland, with toilets and water. Dogs on leads permitted. Closed May–September.

Clifden Historic Bridge Conservation Campsite

Free conservation campsite at Southland's longest wooden suspension bridge with toilets, caravan space, river swimming and access to Clifden Caves.

Fiordland Great Views Holiday Park

Elevated holiday park near Te Anau with mountain and lake views. Tent sites, powered caravan pitches, dump station, communal facilities and tour bookings.

Hall Arm Campsite

Te Anau Top 10 Holiday Park

Family-run Te Anau Top 10 Holiday Park with powered sites, tent sites and backpacker dorms. Central location near shops, lake and Fiordland attractions.