Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Lake Rotoroa Campsite

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

Tasman, New Zealand

Campsite DOC Nelson Lakes National Park

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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450m

-41.79406, 172.59788

Lake Rotoroa Campsite

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About this campsite

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.

Facilities

Boat launching, Jetty, Non-powered/tent sites, Water from tap - not treated, boil before use, Toilets - non-flush, Toilets, Water supply

Activities

Boating, Four wheel driving, Kayaking and canoeing, Walking and tramping

Fees and bookings

Fees

  • Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
  • Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
  • Infant (0 - 4 years): free

The can be used at this campsite. 

Pay using the campsite booking slips in the kiosk and deposit your payment into the "iron ranger."

More details

Access: Campervan, Car, Caravan

Landscape: Forest, Rivers and lakes

Dogs: No dogs.

Sites: 0 powered, 10 unpowered

Trails

Lake Rotoroa Campsite can be accessed on the trail Hello Rotoroa from our trail directory.

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