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Diamond Lake.
Diamond Lake Campsite

Located in Glenorchy area in the Otago region

Park up near the shores of Diamond Lake, on the edge of Mt Aspiring National Park. Swim, fish or go kayaking. The campsite is suitable for campervans and caravans only.

Currently the campsite is suitable for campervans and caravans only.

There are 10 sites for campervans and caravans, with a maxium of 50 people permitted at the campsite. 

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. 

Campsite Pass bookings must be booked online before occupying a site. If you do not book, bookings may be made by campground staff (if present) and will incur a $10 service charge. Sites may not be available if you do not book. 

Bookings

Bookings for the 2026/27 season open at 12 noon on Friday 15 May 2026.  

  • If no availability shows online for your dates, the campsite is fully booked.
  • No spaces are kept for campers arriving without a booking.
  • Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
  • Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.

Book Diamond Lake Campsite online.

Located 17 km from Glenorchy. Follow the Glenorchy–Paradise Road.

Access: From the Rees River Bridge, there's 9 km of gravel road.

Location

NZTM2000 coordinates: E1234316, N5036452
Latitude: -44.73171743, Longitude: 168.38184312

Diamond Lake Campsite may flood in heavy rain.