CANTERBURY: SOUTH

Lake Tekapo Holiday Park

star rating of 5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Marginal Spark mobile reception
Holiday Park reception Lake Tekapo Holiday Park is on the edge of town with a stunning view over the lake. With excellent facilities, this is the best option for exploring the area.
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Lake Wardell

star rating of 5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Walking Tracks No Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Parking by the lake Lake Wardell is a large reserve surrounding the lake where freedom camping is allowed for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Hot Tubs Omarama

star rating of 5
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Thermal Spa Available Pet Friendly
Entrance to the Hot Tubs complex Hot Tubs Omarama provide a super luxurious suites of saunas and outdoor spas with magnificent views of the mountains. Self-contained motor caravanners can stay overnight.
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Valley Brewery Cafe

star rating of 5
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Restaurant Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful No Vodafone mobile reception No Spark mobile reception
The Brewery Cafe sign The Valley Brewing Company is a boutique brewery with a really nice cafe, and a parking area set aside for self-contained motor caravanners to stay overnight.
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Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

star rating of 4.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Quiet and Peaceful No Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Ben waving from the holiday park reception Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park is a large sprawling campsite, with excellent facilities, and well back from the main road.
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Aoraki Mt Cook

star rating of 4.5
Service Station Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Walking Tracks
Entrance to the cafe Aoraki Mt Cook is a tourist destination offering a nice cafe, and stunning views of Mt Cook. There is only very limited motorhome parking and you can't stay overnight.
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Waitaki River Motorcamp

star rating of 4.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Walking Tracks Moderate Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Campsite office Waitaki River Motorcamp in the southern most campsite in Canterbury. Located in Glenarvy, close to the Waitaki river, it has excellent facilities.
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Geraldine Top 10 Holiday Park

star rating of 4.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Good Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Holiday Park office The Geraldine Top 10 Holiday Park provides quality facilities for motor caravanners in the centre of town.
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Fairlie Holiday Park

star rating of 4
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Holiday Park Reception The Fairlie Holiday Park is on the outskirts of the town and offers spacious, on grass and sealed powered sites and good facilities.
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Lake Ohau Freedom Camping

star rating of 4
Freedom Camping Location Rest Stop Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Good Vodafone mobile reception No Spark mobile reception
Lakefront camping There is a lakefront reserve just off the main Ohau road where self-contained motor caravanners can freedom camp.
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Lake Pukaki Campervan Reserve

star rating of 4
Freedom Camping Location Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Walking Tracks Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Marginal Spark mobile reception
Information Kiosk at the entrance to the camping area There is a large reserve right on the lakefront that the Mackenzie District Council has made available for freedom camping. There a clean long drop toilets available.
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Pukaki Power Station

star rating of 4
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Walking Tracks Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Tekapo B Power Station sign The Tekapo B Power Station has a large paved area as well as grass reserve where self-contained motor caravanners can freedom camp.
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High Country Salmon

star rating of 4
Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Fishing Location Good Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Entrance to the cafe and salmon farm High Country Salmon offers visitors the opportunity to purchase salmon, feed the fish, relax and take in the beautiful scenery.
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Ohau C Canal Park

star rating of 4
Park-Over Property Toilets Available Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Marginal Spark mobile reception
Parking by the dump station Ohau C Canal Park is a large campsite overlooking the lake at the entrance to the canal.
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Omarama Top 10

star rating of 4
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available
Holiday Park office Omarama Top 10 is close to the Omarama town centre and offers a luxurious holiday park experience. It's a good base for exploring the area.
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Timaru Town & Country Club

star rating of 4
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant
Entrance to the Town and Country Club The Timaru Town & Country Club offers overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners. Parking is behind the club sheltered from the main road and next to a golf course.
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Caroline Bay

star rating of 4
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Public Dump Station Large Vehicle Access Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Overnight parking sign Caroline Bay is a choice location right on the harbour adjacent to the Timaru Port. It's a safe park setting and available for overnight parking for self contained motor caravanners
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Tinwald PDS

star rating of 4
Large Vehicle Access Marginal Vodafone mobile reception
Historic cart There is a Public Dump Station within the Tinwald Domain, close by the holiday park. It's also a very pleasant location to stop for a break. There is a lake nearby where you can feed the ducks and swans, or just go for a walk in the reserve.
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Ashburton Golf Club

star rating of 3.5
Park-Over Property Golf Club Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Quiet and Peaceful Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Ashburton Golf Club office and Pro Shop The Ashburton Golf Club provides for overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners, It's close to Mt Hutt township. You can pay for a round of golf at the Pro Shop
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Ashburton PDS

star rating of 3.5
Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Public dump station There is a public dump station in East Street, Ashburton, opposite the Mobil Service Station
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Pleasant Point Domain

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Pleasant Point Domain sign Pleasant Point Domain is a large campground adjacent to a community sports ground.
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Mt Cook Alpine Salmon

star rating of 3.5
Rest Stop Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Entrance to the Information Centre and salmon shop Mt Cook Alpine Salmon also acts as the local information centre. There is a large sealed carpark and a specialty shop for local salmon.
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Lake Middleton - DOC

star rating of 3.5
Department of Conservation Campsite Toilets Available Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Walking Tracks Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Registering at the DOC kiosk The DOC camping area at Lake Middleton is spread over a large grassed area with direct access to the lake. This is a great location for water based activities or for just chilling out.
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Twizel Holiday Park

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Holiday Park reception Twizel Holiday Park is a comfortable campsite close to the town centre. Parking is on grass on spacious grounds.
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Lake Ruataniwha Reserve

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location
No freedom camping sign Lake Ruataniwha Reserve allows freedom camping in a small designated area overlooking the lake.
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The Pines Reserve

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Pet Friendly Fishing Location Moderate Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Picnicking by the lake The Pines Reserve is right on the lakefront on the eastern side of Lake Pukaki. Freedom camping is allowed for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Twizel Motorhome Parking

star rating of 3.5
Large Vehicle Access Grocery Shopping Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Parking in the large sealed carpark Twizel Motorhome Parking is a parking area set aside for long vehicles. It's next to the 4 Square supermarket, and a short walk from the cafes and Super Liquor if you want to top up on wine and beer.
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Ahuriri Bridge DOC Campsite

star rating of 3.5
Department of Conservation Campsite Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location
Registration kiosk for paying your camp fees The Ahuriri Bridge DOC Campsite provides a very large on grass parking area alongside the Ahuriri river. Facilities are basic and limited and the ground is fairly uneven.
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Omarama PDS

star rating of 3.5
Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly
Dump station parking Omarama provide a public dump station as you enter the town from the east along SH83. It's well designed, with room for two motorhomes and also offer drinking water.
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Sailors Cutting Campsite

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Public Dump Station Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Registration kiosk Sailors Cutting Campsite is a very large budget campsite on the banks of Lake Benmore.
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Ahuriri Motel

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Public Dump Station Laundry Available Fresh Water Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Moderate Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Motel office Ahuriri Motel also provides campground facilities for motor caravanners.
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Kurow Holiday Park

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Campsite office Kurow Holiday Park is a large campsite on the banks of the Waitaki river. It is very much a typical 'Kiwi' camping ground, with basic facilities that are well maintained.
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Lake Benmore Holiday Park

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Quiet and Peaceful
Holiday Park office Lake Benmore Holiday Park is a really nice holiday park across the road from Lake Benmore. The powered sites have their own private shower and toilet chalet.
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Waimate Golf Club

star rating of 3.5
Park-Over Property Golf Club Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Club room Waimate Golf Club provides overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners for a maximum of two nights.
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Geraldine Golf Club

star rating of 3.5
Park-Over Property Golf Club Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Good Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
The golf green Geraldine Golf Club offers overnight parking to self-contained motor caravanners for a small fee.
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Washdyke Timaru PDS

star rating of 3.5
Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Public dump station There an excellent public dump station at the Washdyke Timaru PDS at the Allied Truck Stop site.
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Glenavy Reserve

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Walking Tracks
Council signage Glenavy Reserve is just off SH 1 before the southern border of Canterbury with Otago. It's a nice location to take a break, or even to overnight if self-contained.
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Timaru Pak n Save

star rating of 3.5
Grocery Shopping Excellent Vodafone mobile reception
Pak n Save parking The Timaru Pak n Save is the best location to top up your grocery supplies while travelling. There is plenty of room for large vans.
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Timaru Top 10

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception
Campsite Office The Timaru Top 10 Holiday Park is located in the centre of Timaru, and offers excellent holiday park facilities within walking distance of the shops.
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Temuka Holiday Park

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Marginal Vodafone mobile reception
The campsite office Temuka Holiday Park is located in a town that is famous for its pottery. But it also has a magnificent reserve that is used for sporting activities, and is also home to a very good holiday park.
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Rakaia River Holiday Park

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception
The campsite office The Rakaia River Holiday Park is a large, modern campsite with excellent facilities, and is well placed for accessing the river during the fishing competitions.
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Rakaia Cafe and PDS

star rating of 3.5
Toilets Available Public Dump Station Restaurant Moderate Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
The Rakia Salmon The northern entrance to Rakaia features a giant salmon set in a reserve that include public toilets and a PDS, with a cafe opposite.
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South Rakia Hutts

star rating of 3
Park-Over Property Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location
Casual camping sign South Rakia Hutts is a small beachside community where motor caravanners can freedom camp in the local reserve for a $5 per night donation.
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O'Neils Reserve

star rating of 3
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location No Vodafone mobile reception No Spark mobile reception
Gravel driveway leading to the reserve O'Neils Reserve is a large grass reserve alongside a river where freedom camping is allowed for self-contained motor caravanners.
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St Patricks Church

star rating of 3
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly
Access driveway St Patricks church in Burkes Pass is the oldest church in New Zealand, and self contained motor caravanners can park overnight on the property.
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Gladstone Grand Hotel

star rating of 3
Park-Over Property Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Restaurant Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Overnight parking area behind the hotel The Gladstone Grand Hotel has a public dump station and offers camper van sites for motor caravanners.
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Lindis Pass North Rest Area

star rating of 3
Freedom Camping Location Rest Stop Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly
Parking in the rest area There is a small rest area just north of the Lindis Pass that is a suitable place to stop for a break, or even to overnight if you are self-contained.
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Tekapo PDS

star rating of 3
Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Two dump stations are available There is a public dump station in Tekapo that is available for motor caravanners to use.
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Domain Rd PDS

star rating of 3
Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Public dump station with a lake view There is a new public dump station on the corner of Domain Rd and Simpson Lane.
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McGregor Camp

star rating of 3
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location No Vodafone mobile reception No Spark mobile reception
Sign at the entrance McGregor Camp provides basic facilities in a stunning location on the shores of Lake Alexandrina. If a peaceful environment, with no mobile phone coverage is what you're looking for, this is a great location.
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Parsons Rock Campsite

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Fishing Location
Registration kiosk at the entrance to the campsite. Parsons Rock Campsite is a large sprawling campsite on the banks of Lake Aviemore. The campsite is divided into two sections on either side of the entrance from the road.
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Victoria Park PDS

star rating of 3
Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Public Dump Station Waimate has a public dump station alongside Victoria Park. Drinking water is also available.
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Victoria Park Campground

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Fresh Water Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Campground office The Victoria Park Campground in Waimate is run by the local council and provides clean, but basic, facilities for motor caravanners.
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Knottingley Park Motor Camp

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Quiet and Peaceful Moderate Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Knottingley Park sign Knottingley Park Motor Camp is in a quiet location on the outskirts of Waimate.
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Timaru Golf Club

star rating of 3
Park-Over Property Golf Club Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Timaru Golf Club fees The Timaru Golf Club provides overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners for a maximum of 2 nights. A charge applies if not playing golf to be paid into green fees box.
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Hinds Rest Area

star rating of 3
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Fishing Location Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Public toilet There is off road parking at the Hinds River rest area where self-contained motor caravanners can park overnight.
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Arundel Bridge Reserve

star rating of 3
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly
Long drop toilet The Arundel Bridge Reserve provides a large parking area where self-contained motor caravanners can park overnight.
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Culverden Domain Camping Ground

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Large Vehicle Access Moderate Vodafone mobile reception
Kitchen area Culverden Domain has a small area set aside for powered site, and some basic facilities
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Taieri Mouth Rd Rest Area

star rating of 3
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Fishing Location
Parking area overlooking the beach The long drive down Taieri Mouth Rd has a number of beach-front Rest Areas where you can stop for a break, or even overnight if self-contained.
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Glenmark Motorcamp

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception
Campsite reception Glenmark Holiday Park is a small campsite just off the main road south of Timaru. Very comfortable, in a pleasant rural location, surrounded by farmland.
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Orari River Mouth

star rating of 3
Freedom Camping Location Toilets Available Marginal Vodafone mobile reception
Metal road entrance to the Orari river mouth The Orari River Mouth is in a dramatic location looking out over the coast and with access to the Orari river for fishing. Overnight parking is allowed for self-contained vans, and there is a long-drop toilet.
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Coronation Holiday Park

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception
Campsite Office Coronation Holiday Park is is located in central Ashburton and offers clean, modern campsite facilities.
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Winchester Bridge

star rating of 3
Freedom Camping Location Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Quiet and Peaceful Moderate Vodafone mobile reception
Public toilet The Winchester Bridge Domain includes a secluded area where self-contained motor caravanners can park for free overnight in a reserve setting amongst mature trees.
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Tinwald Domain and Holiday Park

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Marginal Vodafone mobile reception
Campsite Office Tinwald Domain is a large reserve centred around a lake and next door to the Tinwald Golf Course. The holiday park is right in the domain.
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Grumpys Retreat

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception
Campsite Office Grumpys Retreat 'n' Holiday Park is about 6 km north of Geraldine on highway 79. Excellent facilities, including a tennis court, in a country environment.
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Lakeside Domain

star rating of 3
Freedom Camping Location Toilets Available Fresh Water Available No Vodafone mobile reception
Temporary SuperLoo toilets Lakeside Domain is a large public reserve near the mouth of Lake Ellsmere, just a short drive from Christchurch.
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Rakaia Huts Camping Ground

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Showers Available Power Available Dump Station Available No Vodafone mobile reception
Facilities block containing kitchen and bathrooms Rakaia Huts Camping Ground is located at the mouth of the Rakaia river and offers a large, grassed camping area, and access to the river for the salmon fishing competitions.
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Twizel PDS

star rating of 2.5
Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Public dump station Twizel has a public dump in Ruataniwha Street.
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The Club - Twizel

star rating of 2.5
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly
Sign at the Club entrance The Combined Services Club in Twizel provides overnight parking in town for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Omarama Golf Club

star rating of 2.5
Park-Over Property Golf Club Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful
Club building Omarama Golf Club has a large parking area where self-contained motor caravanners can park overnight.
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Waimate Town & Country

star rating of 2.5
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Entrance to the club reception and dining area Waimate Town & Country Club allows overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners. They also have a nice restaurant if you want to take a break from cooking.
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Kakahu State Forest Rest Area

star rating of 2.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly
Parking in the reserve The Kakahu State Forest Rest Area has a large off road carpark where self-contained motor caravanners can park overnight.
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Geraldine PDS

star rating of 2.5
Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Good Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Public dump station There is a public dump station in Hislop Street for motor caravanners to use.
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St Andrews Domain

star rating of 2.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Park-Over Property Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception
Campsite office St Andrews Domain is a large grass campsite with basic facilities off the main road just south of St Andrews town.
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Masonic Lodge

star rating of 2.5
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly Moderate Vodafone mobile reception
Entrance to the Masonic Lodge The Art Deco Masonic Lodge just south of St Andrews is an iconic building where you can book in for a meal, and also park overnight if self contained.
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Timaru BP PDS

star rating of 2.5
Service Station Public Dump Station Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Excellent Vodafone mobile reception
Dump Station Timaru BP Connect provides a public dump station for motor caravananers to use, as well as the normal diesel and shopping facilities.
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South Canterbury RSA

star rating of 2.5
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Good Vodafone mobile reception
Entrance to the RSA The South Canterbury RSA offers free overnight parking and excellent value evening meals right in the Timaru town centre. Please register at the bar if you are planning to stay overnight.
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Winchester Motorcamp

star rating of 2.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Moderate Vodafone mobile reception
Winchester Motor Camp sign Winchester Motorcamp is a basic campsite run by the trust and funded by the local council. It is very spacious and inexpensive.
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Milford Huts

star rating of 2.5
Freedom Camping Location Toilets Available No Vodafone mobile reception
Visiting musician practising her guitar Milford Huts is a free parking site near the coast at the mouth of the Opihi river. There is a small public toilet, and parking is available within the large grass area.
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Ashburton RSA

star rating of 2.5
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Good Vodafone mobile reception
Parking area next door to the Countdown supermarket Ashburton RSA offers evening meals and free overnight parking, and is right next door to a Countdown supermarket.
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Albury Tavern

star rating of 2
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant No Vodafone mobile reception Marginal Spark mobile reception
Hotel entrance and reception Albury Tavern offers overnight parking for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Patiti Point

star rating of 2
Freedom Camping Location Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception
Patiti Point is a small parking area with access to the beach where free overnight parking is allowed for self-contained motor caravans
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Southbridge Hotel

star rating of 2
Park-Over Property Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception
Pub entrance and office Southbridge Hotel is the meeting place for the salmon fishing competitions, and offers free overnight parking in their off-road carpark.
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Galletys Road

star rating of 1
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Fishing Location Moderate Vodafone mobile reception
Galletys Beach Galletys Road Beach Access was not a particularly attractive pebble beach, and with only marginal overnight parking available.
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Rakaia River Bridge

star rating of 1
Freedom Camping Location Moderate Vodafone mobile reception
Access road to the river Rakaia River Bridge rest area is a long parking area just off the main road, with state highway on one side and the railway on the other.
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Waihao Box

star rating of 0.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only
Accumulated debris in the river The Waihao Box reserve is closed - road access via Bradshaws Rd is blocked when a storm washed away the bridge over the Waihao river.
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Winchester Hanging Rock

star rating of 0.5
Freedom Camping Location Toilets Available Good Vodafone mobile reception
Entrance to the reserve Winchester Hanging Rock Reserve was in complete disrepair when we visited - not somewhere to visit or stay
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