Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Godley Head Campsite

Camp in the middle of a WWII defence battery site with great ocean views and a range of scenic walks.

Canterbury, New Zealand

Campsite DOC Awaroa/Godley Head

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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140m

-43.58842, 172.80186

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About this campsite

Services

  • Caretaker on-site
  • Mobile coverage

Facilities

Non-powered/tent sites, Toilets - flush, Water from tap - not treated, boil before use, Wheelchair accessible with assistance, Toilets, Water supply

Activities

Bird and wildlife watching, Mountain biking, Walking and tramping

Fees and bookings

Fees

  • Adult (18+ years): $18 per night
  • Child (5–17 years): $9 per night
  • Infant (0–4 years): free

Passes

The 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

You will be emailed the combination code for the campground gate with your booking confirmation.

More details

Access: Campervan, Car, Caravan

Landscape: Coastal

Dogs: Dogs on a leash only.

Sites: 0 powered, 25 unpowered

Trails

Godley Head Campsite can be accessed on the trail Godley Head loop from our trail directory.

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