Lake Taylor Campsite
Located in Lake Sumner Forest Park in the Canterbury region
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Introduction
Camp beside the lake and explore this highly scenic area by foot or mountain bike.Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- Rivers and lakes
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Wheelchair accessible with assistance
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
Lake Taylor Campsite is very exposed to the weather. Check the weather before you go and take appropriate clothing and gear.
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $5 per night
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Pay online at the time of booking.
Passes
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 are open for stays up to 30 June 2025.
All bookings are first-come first-served. We do not have waiting lists for bookings for future seasons or facilities that are already booked-out.
Bookings are required all year.
A $10 service fee applies to phone and in-person booking. This is a limited service – book online first. An in-person booking is dependent on there being space available.
Your booking will be for a site, which will be allocated or selected on arrival.
Turn off SH7 at Waikari and follow the road to Hawarden (approx. 8.5 km). The road then joins Lake Sumner Rd, which leads to Lake Taylor (approx. 50 km).
This is a gravel road that is narrow, has sharp corners and steep drops. The road can be busy – keep left, reduce speed and watch out for traffic.
Location
NZTM2000: E1538614, N5263862
Latitude: -42.77354706, Longitude: 172.25385563
Trees or branches may fall in windy conditions – try not to camp beneath trees.
Contacts
| Arthur's Pass National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 318 9211 |
| arthurspassvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 104 West Coast Road Arthur's Pass 7654 |
| Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |