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Campground in Mackenzie, Canterbury New Zealand
Lake Pukaki's freedom camping site has to be one of the most visually spectacular areas in New Zealand. Pukaki is a stunning blue lake, located at the foot of Aoraki Mount Cook.
It's difficult to describe how astounding this campsite really is. Not only do you have a site right next to the lake, but you also have amazing views of Aoraki Mount Cook just 70 kilometres away!
There is no drinking water here, however, you will find two long drop toilets here, complete with toilet paper. This is a popular site in the evening, so make sure to get in early and find the best position.
The area attracts a lot of visitors for the clear nights where stargazing is a popular activity. There’s also salmon and trout fishing available, and of course kayaking or boating. In winter, you can ski or snowboard at the nearby Roundhill Ski Area.
Visitors are welcome here for a maximum stay of 1 night in self-contained vehicles only. Please take your rubbish out with you and use toilet facilities which you can find on CamperMate.
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A nice site, plenty of space and 4 toilets. Views of lake, sheltered from wind by dirt bank.
One of the last amazing free camping in NZ. Please be respectful.
Amazing amazing views, lots of parking options. New clean toilet facilities, area to explore around the shore and walking tracks. One of the best spots!
Best views to wake up to! A lot of space and clean drop toilets. A great free site.
Incredible views of mount cook and the other mountain ranges over the lake. Amazing sunrise and sunset. Plenty of spaces, did have quite a few campers but the site is very big. Weren't affected by the wind.
One of the most beautiful freedom camping spot we stayed at! Lots of space but fills up quickly in the evening, clean drop toilets.
Very beautiful view on the lake, nice spot ! There are some clean toilets available. Very good for a free camp! Good to watch the sunset as well :)
Nice location to camp, clear skies here and you can see the magnificent Milky Way! Toilets are clean-ish
One of my favourite places to stay in NZ. You have a breathtaking views & not too far from a local town. Also you have mobile signal. A must stop before Mt Cook. Also, there are 3 stray cats here so please bring some cat food for them if possible
good site for camping