Lake Taylor Campsite
About Lake Taylor Campsite
Lake Taylor Campsite is a DOC campsite in Lake Sumner Forest Park, Canterbury, on the South Island. It has 15 sites. Its facilities include unpowered sites, cooking shelter and tap water (untreated), 6 in all. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan. Dogs are allowed on a leash. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Gabriel Hut, 6 km away.
Camp beside the lake and explore this highly scenic area by foot or mountain bike.
Facilities
- Unpowered sites
- Cooking shelter
- Tap water (untreated)
- Toilets
- Water supply
- Wheelchair access
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
Lake Sumner Forest Park, Canterbury, South Island
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Questions about Lake Taylor Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Taylor Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Lake Taylor Campsite?
Dogs are allowed on a leash.
Can you take a campervan to Lake Taylor Campsite?
Yes. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan.
What facilities does Lake Taylor Campsite have?
Unpowered sites, Cooking shelter, Tap water (untreated), Toilets and Water supply, and 1 more listed in KiwiCamping.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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