Rakaia Gorge Campground OPEN
Discover Rakaia Gorge Campground
Nestled at the base of the picturesque Rakaia Gorge, the Rakaia Gorge Campground offers a perfect blend of tranquility and adventure. Located just off the Inland Scenic Route, this campground is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Experience Nature
Wake up to the sound of the river and the melodious calls of bellbirds.
Spend your days fishing, jet boating, or exploring nearby hiking trails.
Enjoy your evenings under a sky full of stars.
Facilities
Clean facilities, including hot showers.
No powered sites available.
A simple, covered area for bike riders to prepare their meals.
Dogs are welcome but must be kept on leads at all times..
Rates and Information
$15 per person (cash only, no EFTPOS).
Children under 10 stay free.
Checkout time: 12 PM.
No bookings accepted. Please call the caretakers on the day or the day before to check availability.
Camp Phone: 021 251 1817
Our visitors usually get the best views looking directly over the bright blue water of the gorge.
What you can do nearby?
Nearby Hiking Trails
Rakaia Gorge Walkway: 9.8 km circular trail with stunning river and mountain views (3 hours 15 minutes).
Lower Gorge Lookout via Rakaia Gorge Walk: 1.9-mile out-and-back trail to a scenic lookout (1 hour).
Rakaia Gorge Lookout from Campground: Easy 1.2-mile out-and-back trail starting from the campground (33 minutes).
Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway or an extended break, Rakaia Gorge Campground is the ideal spot to relax and reconnect with nature.
Just a short stroll up the road to the lookout or take the river walk straight across from the camp that meanders along the river then up to the lookout.
