Twelve Mile Delta Campsite
Located in Queenstown area in the Otago region
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Introduction
Camp on a river delta at the outlet of Twelve-Mile Creek near the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Go boating, swimming and fishing or enjoy the walking and mountain biking tracks. Regenerating forest surrounds the campsite.Access
- Boat
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Landscape
- Rivers and lakes
Facilities
- Boat launching
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Wheelchair accessible with assistance
Activities
- Fishing
- Picnicking
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
Twelve Mile Delta was a location for Ithilien Camp in the Lord of the Rings film trilogy. Find out more about this and other Lord of the Rings film locations.
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
- Infant (0–4 years): free
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite.
Glenorchy Rd, 12 km west from Queenstown.
Road sealed from highway to river delta, narrow gravel roads around campsite.
Location
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1249410-N4999902
Latitude: -45.06744151, Longitude: 168.54651706
Choosing a safe tent site
For your safety we recommend not camping under the trees at this campsite.
Close to Mt Crichton Loop Track, Twelve Mile to Bob's Cove Track and Lake Dispute Track.
Contacts
| Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 442 7935 |
| queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 50 Stanley Street Queenstown 9300 |
| Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |