Freedom camping
Lake Pukaki camping area
Twizel, Canterbury
Lakeside camp with the famous turquoise water and Aoraki views.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book

Lake Pukaki is the milky-blue lake you see on the road to Mount Cook. This signed camping area is nearby, so rules vary by season. Check the signs.
Good to know
- Check signs and rules
- Sunrise is the best light
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
Facilities
- Toilets
Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.
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