Can you free camp at Lake Tekapo?

Another really great spot for freedom camping in South Island, NZ is Lake Tekapo. It sits on a hill overlooking the Mackenzie basin of Lake Tekapo and, besides the stunning views of the shimmering lake, the site offers plenty of activities and amenities.

Can you freedom camp in the Catlins?

It is not permitted to freedom camp or ‘park up’ in an occupied vehicle overnight in a public place. Persons found freedom camping or occupying a ‘parked up’ vehicle overnight on any Catlins street, reserve, carpark, rest area or road lay-by, will be required to relocate to a designated camping area.

Where is Lake Tekapo?

Lake Tekapo is about three hours drive south-west of Christchurch in the Mackenzie Basin. The township faces north across the remarkable turquoise coloured lake to the mountainous drama of the Southern Alps.

Can you freedom camp at Mt Cook?

Lake Poaka is around 8 km outside of Twizel, heading towards Mt Cook National Park. The national park is round 60 km away but this is probably the closest freedom camping spot — you can stay at the Hooker Valley DOC camp (White Horse Hill) but you’ll have to pay.

Can you freedom camp in Queenstown?

Who can freedom camp in Queenstown? If your campervan or motorhome is fully self-contained (with a toilet, wastewater tank and rubbish facilities on board) then you may camp overnight for free on most land administered by the Council, away from the town centres and residential areas.

Can you camp for free NZ?

Freedom camping on DOC land is generally allowed, with some exceptions. There are some places on DOC land where you cannot camp because the site has a special value, for example, it’s a Māori burial site (urupā) or a protected plant or animal is there. You cannot camp at DOC reserves unless signs allow it.

Can you freedom camp in Invercargill?

Colac Bay Freedom Camping site is right at the bottom of the South Island, about 45 minutes or so from Invercargill. It’s one of the best freedom camping sites offered by the Southland District Council. Colac Bay has a beautiful beach, with occasional surf too.

Who owns Tekapo?

man Karl Burtscher
Tekapo Springs was founded by Tekapo man Karl Burtscher, who still owns the company, beginning as an ice rink. Over the years hot pools, an aquaplay area, spa facilities and stargazing activities have been added. It now operates 364 days a year, employs up to 50 people and welcomes around 160,000 people a year.