Wanaka, South Island
The Camp Lake Hawea
The quintessential kiwi camping experience
The quintessential Kiwi camping experience. Explore the great outdoors and relax amongst park-like surrounds on the shores of Lake Hawea. Enjoy classic family fun fishing, biking, walking & a fantastic choice of ways to stay.
The Grounds
Just over an hour’s drive from Queenstown International Airport, The Camp is situated in Lake Hawea. At the heart of Central Otago and 15 mins drive to Lake Wanaka, guests are offered a retreat that is still close to all the action!
Boasting lakefront, mountain views and natural surrounds, The Camp is a paradise for lovers of the outdoors and is a great base for those chasing an active holiday; the perfect environment for families and independent travellers alike. Grounds being near to trails, hikes and the lake, means guests can enjoy a range of activities in and around The Camp. Find out more about all events and activities available at The Camp.co.nz
Accommodation options
The Camp offers a selection of private, sheltered camping areas, powered and unpowered sites, cabins, a tiny house, as well as a variety of self-contained cottages, all with well-maintained facilities. Summer Glamping is available between October and April. Van storage is available all year round and long stay “winter over” rates are available. Pick your own camping style.
Free Accommodation for Under Fives!
When we say we are a family friendly camping ground, we mean it. Children under five years of age stay free at our campground in most of our accommodation such as cottages and camping.
For our Denver Cove Glamping tents, kids can have their own tipi tent outside Mum and Dad’s for an additional charge.
Facilities include:
Kitchens, BBQ and amenities, camp shop, mountain bike hire, playground, boat ramp, fish cleaning and smoker, free fishing rod hire, laundry and linen hire, internet and WIFI.
For more information and a full list of facilities at The Camp Lake Hawea please click here.
Mountain Bike Hire
Mountain bike hire is available for children and adults right at The Camp Lake Hawea. Good quality Avanti mountain and cross-country bikes, hang-ons and child seats.
The Camp ~ Food Truck & Bar
Serving delicious bites for breakfast and dinner, gather at The Camp’s new foodie hub and relax in the park-like settings or take a stroll down to the lake with your delicious bites. Serving Good Joe Coffee from Al Brown, plus a selection of locally-made beers and wines and soft drinks, The Food Truck and Bar is the place to be this summer.
Relaxed vibes, surrounded by nature, great food and good people. Bring family and friends and kick-back and relax. Let the kids hang loose in the kids playground, while Mum and Dad sit back relax and enjoy the natural surrounds. Checkout The Camp Facebook page for details of events and our Sunday Sessions with live music, great vibes and a relaxed atmosphere.
Open Thursday-Sunday
Breakfast 8am-11am
Dinner – Woodfired pizza, burgers and other family food truck favourites all under $20.
Drinks (beer/wine/cider)
5pm-8pm (last orders 7.30pm)
Menu https://thecamp.co.nz/things-to-do/eat/