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Glencoe Campsite

Otago, South IslandDOC campsite

Elevated view of grass, gravel tracks, picnic tables and a green-roofed building at Glencoe Campsite.

The grassy camping ground, tracks and building at Glencoe Campsite, viewed from above. Capture date unknown; this photograph does not establish current facilities, conditions, access or availability.

Photo: Department of Conservation (NZ) / CC BY 4.0 / Details

Campsite essentials

Your stay at a glance

Non-powered camping near Herbert, with forest surroundings and a separate neighbouring nohoanga area.

Campground type
DOC campsite
Setting
Forest / Riverside
Operator / brand
Department of Conservation
Stay options
Tent, Campervan, Caravan
Booking
Advance booking required

Facilities

  • Powered sitesNot available
  • ToiletsAvailable
All facilities & policies

Confirm with the operator: hot showers, showers, shared kitchen, laundry, campfire policy. Missing information does not mean a facility is unavailable.

Powered sites
Not available. DOC lists non-powered tent camping.
Hot showers
Not confirmed. Hot water for showers has not been confirmed. A general shower listing does not establish hot-water availability.
Showers
Not confirmed. Showers have not been verified.
Toilets
Available. DOC lists non-flush toilets.
Shared kitchen
Not confirmed. An equipped shared kitchen has not been verified; bring cooking equipment.
Laundry
Not confirmed. Laundry facilities have not been verified.
Pets
Pets subject to conditions. Dogs on a leash only; check separate rules for other pets and assistance dogs.
Campfires
Not confirmed. Campfire permission has not been confirmed. Do not light a fire without checking with the operator and checking current fire restrictions.

Before you go

Untreated water

Untreated tap water; boil before drinking and confirm supply before travel.

Pets subject to conditions

Dogs on a leash only; check separate rules for other pets and assistance dogs.

Fire safety

Campfire permission has not been confirmed. Do not light a fire without checking with the operator and checking current fire restrictions.

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Access & important conditions
  • The signposted Waianakarua Nohoanga is not overflow camping: DOC says seasonal use is reserved for authorised Ngai Tahu whanui.
Fees & booking

Area & getting there

Glencoe Campsite

DOC campsite reference point, not a verified entrance or individual pitch.

Official location information: Department of Conservation (new tab)
Location source & precision
Reference coordinates
-45.22729, 170.75740 (latitude, longitude)
Precision
WGS84 coordinates retained at the official service's returned precision; decimal resolution is not survey accuracy. Source positional accuracy is not specified.
Location source checked
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By Outdoor Next / Editorial standards / Last checked

  • Non-powered camping near Herbert, with forest surroundings and a separate neighbouring nohoanga area.
  • The signposted Waianakarua Nohoanga is not overflow camping: DOC says seasonal use is reserved for authorised Ngai Tahu whanui.
Camping styles
tent, campervan, caravan
Fees
Non-powered camping: NZ$15 per adult aged 18+ per night. Confirm the booking total for your dates.
Water
Untreated tap water; boil before drinking and confirm supply before travel.

Non-powered camping near Herbert, with forest surroundings and a separate neighbouring nohoanga area.

Make Herbert the correct turn-off

Glencoe is reached from Herbert via local streets and Glencoe Road, with a gravel approach. It is a forest-and-river camping choice rather than a beachfront Moeraki holiday park. Follow DOC's written directions to the actual campground, then take time to check the site allocation or selection process before unloading. Avoid using a similarly named commercial accommodation listing as the destination.

Respect the neighbouring nohoanga

The signposted Waianakarua Nohoanga beside the campground has a separate purpose and access arrangement. DOC describes seasonal use by authorised Ngai Tahu whanui; it is not spare public camping space when the DOC area is busy. Keep your tent, vehicle and activities within the area assigned for your stay, and use the signs on the ground to understand that distinction.

Prepare for a simple booked stay

The verified camping facilities are non-powered sites, non-flush toilets and untreated tap water. Bring cooking equipment and boil drinking water as directed. Book before travelling and retain the confirmation, because a campsite listing is not proof of spare capacity. Dogs must be leashed. For a short outing, choose current track information and assess the river separately rather than treating nearby access as an assurance of suitable swimming conditions.

Check the official campsite information for current restrictions, facilities and booking arrangements.

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