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Pleasant Flat Campsite

No reviews yet · ~NZD 15 / night (typical night)$$$$$ · Department of Conservation

Pleasant Flat Campsite is a conservation campsite located in Mount Aspiring National Park, Otago region, 45 km east of Haast beside State Highway 6 with sealed road access. The site offers a picnic and camping area with a short bush walk beside a mountain stream, views of Mount Hooker, and access to the nearby Haast River for fishing and trout angling. It is a basic campsite managed by the New Zealand Department of Conservation. (via official site)

Tents Caravans / RV Walk-in only

Rates & prices

Prices as published on Pleasant Flat Campsite’s official website (NZD).

ItemPrice
Adultage 18+NZD 15 per night
Childage 5-17NZD 7.50 per night
Infantage 0-4free per night
Phone/in-person booking feeservice fee; online bookings have no feeNZD 10

Key facts

At-a-glance details for Pleasant Flat Campsite, from its official website.

Booking & season

SeasonOpen for bookings through 30 June 2027; no seasonal closures stated
Reservation requirementAll sites must be booked; no spaces reserved for walk-in campers
Same-day booking cutoffOnline bookings available until 8 pm same-day if spaces remain

Prices & discounts

Payment methodsDOC Campsite Pass accepted; online booking payment available

Facilities & services

Basic facilitiesPicnic area, short bush walk beside mountain stream

Location & access

GPS Coordinates-44.01178683, 169.3810068 (NZTM2000 E1309901-N5120448)
Road accessSealed road; beside State Highway 6, 45 km east of Haast
Nearby attractionsMount Hooker views, Haast River for fishing, bush walks along mountain stream

Rules & policies

Safety ruleDo not camp under the trees

Facilities & details

Amenities and on-site features reported for Pleasant Flat Campsite.

Fee
Reservationrequired
Tents
Caravans / RV
Backcountry
Toilets
Drinking wateruntreated
Showers
Power
Internet
Dump station
Open fires
Wheelchair
Dogs

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🚻 Toilets & showers

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Good to know

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Can I book online?

Yes. Online bookings are available 24/7 until 8 pm same-day if spaces remain. Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2027.

Is there a booking fee?

Online bookings have no service fee. Phone or in-person bookings incur a $10 service fee.

What are the nightly prices?

Adults (18+) $15 per night, children (5-17) $7.50 per night, infants (0-4) free. DOC Campsite Pass is accepted.

Are walk-in campers allowed?

No spaces are reserved for campers arriving without a booking. All sites must be booked in advance or through same-day online booking.

What is the main safety rule?

For your safety, do not camp under the trees.

How much does it cost to camp at Pleasant Flat Campsite?

Pleasant Flat Campsite charges a camping fee.

Do I need to book ahead for Pleasant Flat Campsite?

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

Can I bring an RV or caravan to Pleasant Flat Campsite?

Yes, caravans and RVs are welcome.

Can I pitch a tent at Pleasant Flat Campsite?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are campfires allowed at Pleasant Flat Campsite?

No, campfires are not allowed.

Is there drinking water at Pleasant Flat Campsite?

Yes, drinking water is available.

Are there toilets at Pleasant Flat Campsite?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are showers available at Pleasant Flat Campsite?

No, showers are not available.

Are there electrical hookups at Pleasant Flat Campsite?

No electrical hookups are available.

Is there WiFi at Pleasant Flat Campsite?

No, there's no internet access on site.

Is there an RV dump station at Pleasant Flat Campsite?

No dump station is available.

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