Macetown Campsite
About Macetown Campsite
Macetown Campsite is a Basic DOC campsite in Macetown Historic Reserve, Otago, on the South Island. It has 36 sites. Its facilities include water from a stream, non-flush toilets and toilets, 5 in all. Things to do here include camping. It is reached on foot. Dogs are allowed on a leash. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown, 9 km away.
This is a basic campsite in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area, 15 km from Arrowtown, at the end of a 4WD road that crosses the Arrow River numerous times.
Facilities
- Water from a stream
- Non-flush toilets
- Toilets
- Water supply
- Unpowered sites
Things to do
- Camping
Fees
Free. 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
Macetown Historic Reserve, Otago, South Island
Nearby
Guides for Otago
- Freedom Camping in Queenstown Lakes 2026: Where You Can Stay
- Freedom Camping in Arrowtown: Where You Can Stay
- Camping in Queenstown: Holiday Parks, Lakeside DOC Campsites and Where to Base Yourself
- Camping With a Dog in NZ: Where Dogs Are Allowed (2026)
- Camping Without a Self-Contained Vehicle in New Zealand (2026): Where You Can Stay
- Queenstown to Glenorchy: a 3-day camping escape
Questions about Macetown Campsite
Is Macetown Campsite free?
Yes. Macetown Campsite is listed as free. Conditions can change, so check the latest details in KiwiCamping before you go.
Are dogs allowed at Macetown Campsite?
Dogs are allowed on a leash.
Can you take a campervan to Macetown Campsite?
No. It is reached on foot.
What facilities does Macetown Campsite have?
Water from a stream, Non-flush toilets, Toilets, Water supply and Unpowered sites.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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