Image: Shellie Evans | ©
The jetty at Lake Rotorua.
Lake Rotoroa Campsite

Located in Nelson Lakes National Park in the Nelson/Tasman region

An easily accessible camp in a picturesque setting - enjoy water activities or a stroll in the native bush.

Camp near the lake edge, surrounded by native bush. Explore tall forests and the lakeshore, or tramp in the D’Urville and Sabine Valleys.

There is a boat ramp and jetty for outdoor activities.

Fees

Payment with a DOC Campsite Pass is preferred. Otherwise, pay your fees with cash at the self-registration stand at the campsite or to the camp warden if present. Put the correct fee in the envelope provided and place the receipt section of the envelope on your vehicle or tent.

  • Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
  • Child (5–17 years): $5 per night
  • Infant (0–4 years): free

Passes

The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite. 

Off SH6, east of Murchison. Follow Gowan Valley Road to end.

Location

NZTM2000 coordinates: E1566590, N5373011
Latitude: -41.79405, Longitude: 172.59787 
  • Take repellent for ferocious sandflies.
  • No water skiing.

Lake Rotoroa Campsite is a great place for boating and kayaking, as well as 4WD and mountain biking nearby.