There is plenty to do in the Waimakariri District, from strolling along the beaches of beautiful Pegasus Bay, hiking in the hills or exploring the river parks and walkways of the Waimakariri and Ashley/Rakahuri Rivers. The coastal communities and beaches are only a short drive north of Christchurch, and make a great camping destination for locals and visitors alike.
Roadside dump stations are provided at three locations:
- 75 Charles Street, Kaiapoi
- 22 Railway Road, Rangiora
- 90 High Street, Oxford
You can generally freedom camp throughout the Waimakariri District on gravelled or sealed Council land set aside for parking. Look out for the prohibited zones at Waikuku Beach. Take a look at the Camping in the Waimakariri District Brochure.
Freedom Camper Responsibilities
Waimakariri is committed to sustainability and asks all visitors to help protect our beautiful natural environment. Freedom campers are asked to assist by:
- removing all rubbish, solid or liquid waste from the camping site when leaving
- disposing of rubbish, recycling and waste at approved sites
- using appropriate toileting facilities
- ensuring that all pets are appropriately controlled
- abiding by all Council bylaws including barbecue use, camp fires, noise and animal control.
Holiday Parks & Motor Camps
There are four holiday parks/motor camps sited on council land within the District. They are leased and run as private businesses.
Ashley Gorge Holiday Park |
Kairaki Beach Motor Camp |
Waikuku Beach Holiday Park |
Woodend Beach Holiday Park |
Other Holidays Parks & Motor Camps
| Rangiora Leigh Holiday Park 433 Dixons Road, Loburn Phone: 03 312 8872 |
| Pineacres Holiday Park 740 Main North Road, Kaiapoi Phone: 03 327 5022, freephone: 0800 896 543 Email: pineacresholiday@yahoo.co.nz |
| Rangiora Holiday Park 337 Lehmans Road, Rangiora Phone: 03 313 5759 |
| Riverlands Holiday Park 45 Doubledays Road, Clarkville Phone: 03 327 5511 Email: riverlandspark@xtra.co.nz |
| DOC Wooded Gully Camping Ground Mt Thomas Forest, Hayland Road, Okuku Phone: 03 313 0820 Email: waimakariri@doc.govt.nz |