Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite
About Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite
Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite is a DOC campsite in Craigieburn Forest Park, Canterbury, on the South Island. It has 20 sites. Its facilities include unpowered sites, non-flush toilets and toilets. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan. Dogs are not allowed. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Cass Saddle Hut, 8 km away.
Camp beside a high-country lake in the Waimakariri Basin; a good base for bird watching.
Facilities
- Unpowered sites
- Non-flush toilets
- Toilets
Fees
Fees apply. DOC fees change with the season, and some sites must be booked ahead. KiwiCamping shows the current fee, how to book and what each site offers.
Location
Craigieburn Forest Park, Canterbury, South Island
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Questions about Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite?
Yes. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan.
What facilities does Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite have?
Unpowered sites, Non-flush toilets and Toilets.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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