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 camping area
Mark Oliver Dittrich. Released into public domain on his behalf. · Public domain

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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