There are two campgrounds in Selwyn District, plus numerous reserves on which camping is permitted.

Our Two Campgrounds:

Rakaia-Huts-Camping-groundRakaia Huts is closed at the moment

Location: Pacific Drive, Rakaia Huts
Contact: Sharon Graham, C/- Selwyn District Council, PO Box 90, Rolleston 7643

Phone:  0276 611 562  E-mail: rakaiahutscampground@selwyn.govt.nz

Dump station available for camp users

Glentunnel CampgroundGlentunnel

Location: Homebush Road, Glentunnel
Contact: Noel and Robyn Langridge 03 318-8942

Selwyn District Council leases this campground to a private operator, Holiday Parks Association of NZ

Dump station available for camp users

Other Reserves Available for Camping

In our camping reserves we encourage responsible freedom camping and support the Tiaki Promise to care for our land.

There are seven designated dump stations in Selwyn where toilet waste and wastewater can be disposed.

Chamberlains Ford Recreation Reserve

Location: Leeston Road
Contact: Selwyn District Council
Key Activities: Camping, fishing, picnics, casual recreation, conservation.
Open all year round
Charge: No fee, koha (donations) appreciated for facility upkeep.
Booking: Not required, spaces available on a 'first-in, first-served' basis.
Toilet facilities are closed although Port a Loos will be available.
Water is available but do not drink.
Selwyn River water quality varies. For current status refer to Land Air Water Aotearoa (LAWA)

Coe's Ford

Location: The Lake Road/Pannetts Road
Contact: Selwyn District Council
Key Activities: Camping, fishing, picnics, casual recreation, conservation
East camping area open all year round (will be closed if flooding occurs from Selwyn River)
West camping area closed for vehicle access during winter months as part of a grazing lease. Foot access is still available
Charge: No fee, koha (donations) appreciated for facility upkeep.
Booking: Not required, spaces available on a 'first-in, first-served' basis.
Toilet facilities are closed although Port a Loos will be available.
Water is available but not to drink
Selwyn River water quality varies. For current status refer to Land Air Water Aotearoa (LAWA)
Map of the Coes Ford area

Lakeside Domain

Location: Timberyard Road, Lakeside
Contact: Selwyn District Council
Key Activities: Camping, Fishing, water skiing, boating and kayaking
Open all year round
Charge: No fee, koha (donations) appreciated for facility upkeep.
Booking: Not required, spaces available on a 'first-in, first-served' basis.
Toilet facilities are provided
Outdoor shower is available
Water is available but do not drink

Whitecliffs Domain is closed at the moment

Location: Hartleys Road, Whitecliffs
Contact: Selwyn District Council
Key Activities: Camping, casual recreation
Camping area is open for summer 2019-20
Charge: No fee, koha (donations) appreciated for facility upkeep.
Booking: Not required, spaces available on a 'first-in, first-served' basis.
Toilet facilities are provided
Water is available but not to drink
Selwyn River water quality varies. For current status refer to Land Air Water Aotearoa (LAWA)

For other camping areas see Sensational Selwyn’s camping brochure .

Visiting New Zealand

Campermate If you are visiting New Zealand, or a New Zealander holidaying around New Zealand, there is an app available that shows nearby locations of everything you'll need when travelling, from petrol stations to dump stations. Visit the CamperMate website to find out more and to download the app.