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Camping guide · updated 16 Oct 2026
Camping in Fiordland
DOC lists 14 campsites in Fiordland. 4 are free and 10 can be reached by car. Cheapest first.
Free campsites (4)
| Campsite | Type and fee | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Monowai Campsite Fiordland National Park | Basic Free | drive-in, first come, first served |
| South Arm Campsite (Lake Manapouri) Fiordland National Park | Basic Free | drive-in, first come, first served |
| Thicket Burn Campsite Fiordland National Park | Basic Free | drive-in, first come, first served |
| Hall Arm Campsite Fiordland National Park | Basic Free | boat access, first come, first served |
Standard campsites (7)
| Campsite | Type and fee | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Cascade Creek Campsite Fiordland National Park | Standard $10–20 per adult | drive-in, bookable |
| Deer Flat Campsite Fiordland National Park | Standard $10–20 per adult | drive-in, bookable |
| Henry Creek Campsite Fiordland National Park | Standard $10–20 per adult | drive-in, bookable |
| Kiosk Creek Campsite Fiordland National Park | Standard $10–20 per adult | drive-in, bookable |
| Totara Campsite Fiordland National Park | Standard $10–20 per adult | drive-in, bookable |
| Upper Eglinton Campsite Fiordland National Park | Standard $10–20 per adult | drive-in, bookable |
| Walker Creek Campsite Fiordland National Park | Standard $10–20 per adult | drive-in, bookable |
Backcountry and Great Walk campsites (3)
| Campsite | Type and fee | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Brod Bay Campsite Fiordland National Park | Great Walk Great Walks prices, see DOC page | walk-in, bookable |
| Iris Burn Campsite Fiordland National Park | Great Walk Great Walks prices, see DOC page | walk-in, bookable |
| Lake Mackenzie Campsite Fiordland National Park | Great Walk Great Walks prices, see DOC page | walk-in, bookable |
Campsite list: Department of Conservation open data (CC BY 4.0), refreshed weekly. Fees are DOC’s published category fees; some campsites differ and prices can change. Always check the DOC page for alerts and closures before you go.
Plan the rest of the trip
Find a campsite by region → Packing checklist Cheap car hire
Questions
Are there free campsites in Fiordland?
Yes, 4 DOC basic campsites in Fiordland are free.
How many DOC campsites are in Fiordland?
14, from DOC's campsite data (updated weekly).
Do I need to book?
Many standard and serviced DOC campsites need booking, especially in summer. Basic campsites are usually first come, first served.
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