Lake Māhinapua Campsite

About Lake Māhinapua Campsite
Lake Māhinapua Campsite is a DOC campsite in Māhinapua Scenic Reserve, West Coast, on the South Island. It has 100 sites. Its facilities include boat launching, jetty and unpowered sites, 10 in all. Things to do here include boating and swimming. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan. Dogs are not allowed. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Linksview Holiday Park, 7 km away.
Camp beside Lake Māhinapua within forest surroundings. A popular overnight and day stop. Enjoy water sports in the lake.
Facilities
- Boat launching
- Jetty
- Unpowered sites
- Cooking shelter
- Cold showers
- Flush toilets
Things to do
- Boating
- 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
Māhinapua Scenic Reserve, West Coast, South Island
Nearby
Linksview Holiday ParkHoliday park · 7 km
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Questions about Lake Māhinapua Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Māhinapua Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Lake Māhinapua Campsite?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to Lake Māhinapua Campsite?
Yes. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan.
What facilities does Lake Māhinapua Campsite have?
Boat launching, Jetty, Unpowered sites, Cooking shelter and Cold showers, and 5 more listed in KiwiCamping.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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