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Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite

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This standard camping site is just off the main road in the Arthur’s Pass village, almost directly opposite the visitor centre. (via site)

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Fee
Reservationrequired
Tents
Caravans / RV
Toilets
Drinking wateruntreated
Showers
Power
Internet
Wheelchairlimited
Dogs

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Avalanche Peak (1,833 m)
Avalanche Peak (1,833 m)Summits & peaks

Avalanche Peak is a 1,833 metres (6,014 ft) peak in the Arthur's Pass National Park in New Zealand. It is subject to avalanches in the winter, hence its name. Avalanche Peak has sheer drops of around 80 metres (260 ft) at the peak of the mountain and therefore is not recommended in icy or windy weather.

0.2 km · ~2 min walkDirections ↗
Devils Punchbowl Falls
Devils Punchbowl FallsWaterfalls

waterfall in New Zealand

0.6 km · ~8 min walkDirections ↗
Devils Punchbowl lookout
Devils Punchbowl lookoutAttractions

Die Devils Punchbowl Falls sind ein Wasserfall im Arthur’s-Pass-Nationalpark in der Region Canterbury auf der Südinsel Neuseelands. Er liegt unweit des Arthur’s Pass im Lauf des Devils Punchbowl Creek, der hinter dem Wasserfall in den Bealey River mündet. Seine Fallhöhe beträgt 112 Meter. Die Avalanche Creek Falls befinden sich einige hundert Meter südwestlich von ihm auf der gegenüberliegenden Ta

0.6 km · ~8 min walkDirections ↗
Arthur's Pass School (Closed)
Arthur's Pass School (Closed)Parks & play

Arthur's Pass, previously called Camping Flat then Bealey Flats, and for some time officially Arthur Pass, is a township in the Southern Alps of the South Island of New Zealand, located in the Selwyn district. It is a popular base for exploring Arthur's Pass National Park. Arthur's Pass township is about five kilometres (3.1 mi) south of the mountain pass with the same name. At an elevation of 740

0.6 km · ~7 min walkDirections ↗
Lyell Peak (1,828 m)
Lyell Peak (1,828 m)Summits & peaks

hill in New Zealand

1 km · ~12 min walkDirections ↗
Mount O'Malley (1,703 m)
Mount O'Malley (1,703 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in New Zealand

1.2 km · ~4 min driveDirections ↗
Bridal Veil Falls lookout
Bridal Veil Falls lookoutAttractions

Die Bridal Veil Falls sind ein Wasserfall im Arthur’s-Pass-Nationalpark in der Region Canterbury auf der Südinsel Neuseelands. Er liegt nordöstlich des Ortszentrums von Arthur’s Pass und nördlich der Devils Punchbowl Falls im Lauf des Bridal Veil Creek, der unweit hinter dem Wasserfall in den Bealey River mündet. Seine Fallhöhe beträgt rund 60 Meter. Vom Besucherparkplatz der Devils Punchbowl Fall

1.6 km · ~2 min driveDirections ↗
Kennedy FallsWaterfalls

waterfall in New Zealand

3.7 km · ~4 min driveDirections ↗

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How much does it cost to camp at Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite?

Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite charges a camping fee.

Do I need to book ahead for Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite?

Yes, a reservation is required. You can check availability on the official website.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite?

Yes, caravans and RVs are welcome.

Can I pitch a tent at Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Is there drinking water at Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite?

Yes, drinking water is available.

Are there toilets at Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are showers available at Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite?

No, showers are not available.

Are there electrical hookups at Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite?

No electrical hookups are available.

Is there WiFi at Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite?

No, there's no internet access on site.

Are dogs allowed at Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite?

No, dogs are not allowed.

Is Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite wheelchair accessible?

Partially — wheelchair access is limited.

Who runs Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite?

Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite is operated by Department of Conservation.

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