Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Klondyke Corner Campsite

This large, open campsite is near the junction of the Bealey and Waimakariri Rivers. it is popular in the summer.

Canterbury, New Zealand

Campsite DOC Arthur's Pass National Park

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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640m

-43.00203, 171.58925

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About this campsite

The campground extends on both sides of the road in the Klondyke corner area and the Waimakariri River area.

Facilities

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

Fees and bookings

Fees

  • 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 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. 

Te Araroa – The Trail Pass

Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the .

Bookings

Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2027.

  • If no availability shows online for your dates, the campsite is fully booked.
  • No spaces are kept for campers arriving without a booking.
  • Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
  • Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.

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Your booking will be for a site, which will be allocated or selected on arrival.

More details

Access: Campervan, Car, Caravan

Landscape: Rivers and lakes

Dogs: No dogs.

Sites: 0 powered, 40 unpowered

Trails

Klondyke Corner Campsite can be accessed on the trails Encompassing Arthur's Pass and KKK (Klondyke - Kelly - Klondyke) from our trail directory.

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