Bookings not required - first come, first served
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
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Camp near the lake edge, surrounded by native bush. Explore tall forests and the lakeshore, or tramp in the D’Urville and Sabine Valleys.
There is a boat ramp and jetty for outdoor activities.
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $5 per night
- Infant (0–4 years): free
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Camp hosts (Lake Rotoroa Water Taxi) will register campers and collect camp fees. Payment by cash or Eftpos.
Off SH6, east of Murchison. Follow Gowan Valley Road to end.
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1566590, N5373011
Latitude: -41.79405, Longitude: 172.59787
- Take repellent for ferocious sandflies.
- No water skiing.
Lake Rotoroa Campsite is a great place for boating and kayaking, as well as 4WD and mountain biking nearby.
Nelson Lakes National Park Visitor Centre
Phone: | +64 3 521 1806 |
Email: | nelsonlakesvc@doc.govt.nz |
Address: | View Road St Arnaud 7072 |
Hours: | Visitor centre hours and services |
Whakatū/Nelson Visitor Centre
Phone: | +64 3 546 9339 |
Email: | nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz |
Address: | Millers Acre/Taha o te Awa 1/37 Halifax Street Nelson 7010 |
Hours: | Visitor centre hours and services |