Trotters Gorge Campsite
Located in Moeraki area in the Otago region
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Introduction
This is a quiet family standard campsite on the Otago coast in a bush setting. It connects with two riverside tracks.Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- Forest
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from stream
Activities
- Walking and tramping
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Winter: The gate to the campsite is closed to vehicles during winter because of wet conditions. You can still access the tracks and campsite on foot.
Dog access
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $5 per night
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Pay 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.
Approximately 3 km south of Moeraki, turn west off SH1 into Horse Range Rd, or turn on to Horse Range Rad at the north end of Palmerston. Sealed access.
Location
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1426440-N4969775
Latitude: -45.40447971, Longitude: 170.78875276
Walking
Several walks from 1–2 hours return start from the campsite. Find out about Trotters Gorge tracks.
Contacts
| DOC Customer Service Centre | |
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| Phone | 0800 275 362 |
| dunedinoffice@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | DOC offices |