Fishermans Bend campground is the closest campsite to Aviemore Dam right on the Waitaki River at the end of Te Akatarawa Road. The park has a nice quiet setting, peaceful and shaded campsites.
Fisherman's Bend is a campground with a mixed reputation. One reviewer praised the spot as "great" with only one other camper present, stating that it has flush toilets, rubbish and recycling facilities, and is a good spot overall. However, another reviewer found the place to be "overrun" with people who own boats and locals who stay for extended periods, resulting in a lack of available campsites. They noted that the area is huge, but the toilets may not be in the best condition and are a distance from the campsites.
A third reviewer seemed to stumble upon a lesser-known spot, stating that it's "toller anscheinend noch geheimer Platz" (tolerable apparently still a hidden place). They found a nice spot along the river and mentioned that there were some locals camped nearby, but it was mostly empty. Overall, the reviews suggest that Fisherman's Bend can be a good or neutral experience, depending on the individual's expectations and circumstances.
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