Canterbury

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Canterbury

Lots on offer here, straight roads make for easy driving but a zig zag approach is rewarded. Good place to get lost in. Watch out for local one eyed rugby fanatics.

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Peel Forest, one of the many walkways

Peel Forest Campground

Peel Forest Park Scenic Reserve

The Peel Forest Camping Ground is a large campsite and bookings are required over the mid summer months. There are also several powered sites...

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Nestled at the foot of the rugged Southern Alps, Geraldine is the perfect place for a break …

Waitohi Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

Unavailable from mid April to early Spring for Forestry Operations.

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The Pioneer Park Camping Ground is situated in a large open, sunny grassy area surrounded by trees. You can tuck into the trees if you need more...

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All the great camping sites on your iPhone™, iPad™ or Android™ phone or tablet. Avoid camping penalties using this council approved app. Featuring offline maps.

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The Waihi Gorge Camping Ground is a huge grassy area with lots of rocky outcrops creating a terraced area with a stream running through the middle...

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Orari Gorge

A cute campsite nestled in amongst native bush outcrops - cool cabbage trees! There are some great walks to do through the forest along the old...

Winchester Bridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

This is a Timaru District Council designated self-contained freedom camping spot - you can stay here for up to 3 nights (arrive after 4pm, leave...

This is a Timaru District Council designated freedom camping spot for stays up to 30 days. Fires are prohibited as there is a forest nearby. Gas...

Arundel Bridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

This is a Timaru District Council designated overnight camping spot for self-contained people only. Right on the edge of the river just off the...