Lake Sylvan Campsite
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Karin Noreston
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Sylvan Campsite
Located in Mount Aspiring National Park in the Otago region
Introduction
This is a scenic campsite in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area. Camp beside the Routeburn River. Walk to Lake Sylvan via the bridge or day walk the start of the Routeburn Great Walk. Fish in the river (fly fishing only).Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- Rivers and lakes
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Wheelchair accessible
36 non-powered/tent sites
Activities
- Fishing
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
No water in tank in winter. Bring your own or collect from river.
Dog access
No dogs
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
- Infant (0–4 years): free
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
From Glenorchy, follow the Glenorchy - Paradise Road. Turn left into Priory Road then right into Kinloch - Routeburn Road.
Gravel road from Dart River bridge.
Location
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1228654-N5036233
Latitude: -44.73091697, Longitude: 168.3103533
- If you intend to tramp further advance bookings are required for Great Walk huts and campsites.
- Sylvan campsite may flood in heavy rain.
COVID-19 vaccination policy
From 15 December 2021 eligible people aged 12 years three months and over must be fully vaccinated to use DOC accommodation. See COVID-19 vaccine policy.
Contacts
| Whakatipu-wai-Māori / Queenstown Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 442 7935 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
50 Stanley Street Queenstown 9300 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 811 Queenstown 9348 |
| Full office details | |