The jetty at Lake Rotorua is nearby the campsite
Lake Rotoroa Campsite
Located in Nelson Lakes National Park in the Nelson/Tasman region
Introduction
An easily accessible camp in a picturesque setting - enjoy water activities or a stroll in the native bush.Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- Forest
- Rivers and lakes
Facilities
- Boat launching
- Jetty
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
10 non-powered/tent sites
Activities
- Boating
- Four wheel driving
- Kayaking and canoeing
- Walking and tramping
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
No dogs
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
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
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.
Contacts
| Rotoiti / Nelson Lakes Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 521 1806 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | nelsonlakesvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
View Road St Arnaud |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 55 St Arnaud 7053 |
| Full office details | |
| Whakatū / Nelson Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 546 9339 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
Millers Acre/Taha o te Awa 79 Trafalgar Street Nelson 7010 |
| Postal Address: |
Private Bag 5 Nelson 7042 |
| Full office details | |