Lake Daniell Campsite
About Lake Daniell Campsite
Lake Daniell Campsite is a Backcountry DOC campsite in Lewis Pass Scenic Reserve, West Coast, on the South Island. It has 10 sites. Its facilities include cooking shelter, tap water (untreated) and non-flush toilets, 5 in all. Things to do here include fishing and swimming. It is reached on foot. Dogs are not allowed. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Marble Hill Campsite, 7 km away.
This campsite is outside Kōhanga Atawhai - Mason Nicholls Hut at Lake Daniell.
Facilities
- Cooking shelter
- Tap water (untreated)
- Non-flush toilets
- Toilets
- Water supply
Things to do
- Fishing
- Swimming
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
Lewis Pass Scenic Reserve, West Coast, South Island
Nearby
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Questions about Lake Daniell Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Daniell Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Lake Daniell Campsite?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to Lake Daniell Campsite?
No. It is reached on foot.
What facilities does Lake Daniell Campsite have?
Cooking shelter, Tap water (untreated), Non-flush toilets, Toilets and Water supply.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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