Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite
Located in Arthur's Pass National Park in the Canterbury region
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Introduction
This standard camping site is just off the main road in the Arthur’s Pass village, almost directly opposite the visitor centre.Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Toilets - flush
- Water from tap - treated, suitable for drinking
- Wheelchair accessible with assistance
Seasonal restrictions
During winter this alpine area may be covered in snow, making access difficult.
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
Avalanche Creek Campsite is a small site in Arthur’s Pass Village. It is mostly carpark with a relatively small grassed area for tents.
It is between the road and the railway yards so it is noisier (including overnight) when compared to the more remote campsites in Arthur’s Pass National Park.
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $5 per night
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Fees from 1 July 2024
- 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.
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.
On SH 73 in Arthur’s Pass Village.
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1482726-N5244772
Latitude: -42.94066474, Longitude: 171.56259612
Kea can cause damage
Kea, the native alpine parrot, are present in this area. They are curious birds and can cause damage to tents and other gear. Guard your gear to avoid damage or loss.
The risk from kea is higher in Arthur's Pass Village than at any of our other sites, as it is frequented by gangs of juvenile birds.
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 | See visitor centre hours |