Lyell Campsite
Located in Lyell area in the West Coast region
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Introduction
The site of the historic gold-rush town of Lyell, this large, grassed campsite is easily accessible. Explore the gold workings at settlements of Gibbstown (2 hr return), Zalatown and 8 Mile, plus the Alpine Battery site.Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Facilities
- BBQ
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Wheelchair accessible with assistance
Activities
- Walking and tramping
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $7.50 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.
Seven sites are bookable and the remaining 11 are on a first come, first served basis. If you don’t book before you come, bring cash.
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.
On SH6 in the Upper Buller Gorge, 15 km northeast of Inangahua.
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1520990, N5372328
Latitude: -41.79697466, Longitude: 172.04899791
Soft ground
Some areas of this campsite can become soft and slippery during and after heavy rain. Caution is advised for heavy, towing or 2-wheel drive vehicles.
Sandflies
There are many sandflies in Murchison, especially during the summer months.
Wasps
There are many wasps during summer.
Walking and tramping
Walk to the battery and take an alternative loop back to the campsite.
Contacts
| Paparoa National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 731 1895 |
| paparoavc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 4294 Coast Road Punakaiki RD 1 Runanga 7873 |
| Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |