Rangitata Fishing Huts

Canterbury

Rangitata Fishing Huts

Canterbury

About this campsite

Seasonal riverside camping near the Rangitata River mouth in Canterbury, offering powered and non-powered sites for self-contained vehicles with fishing access.

Rangitata Fishing Huts is a coastal camping area in Canterbury where the Rangitata River meets the sea. Managed by Timaru District Council, the reserve caters primarily to fishing enthusiasts and operates seasonally from early September through to Easter weekend. The site offers both powered and non-powered sites for self-contained vehicles, with kitchen, laundry and ablution facilities provided. Located on Rangitata Huts Road near Temuka and Geraldine, the campground has become popular with salmon and whitebait fishers. Visitors should contact Timaru District Council to confirm current facilities, fees and exact opening dates before travelling.

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Weather Forecast

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MON☁️

19° / 5°

💧 42%

TUE🌦️

17° / 7°

💧 100%

WED🌦️

10° / 4°

💧 53%

THU🌤️

16° / 1°

💧 22%

FRI🌦️

11° / 6°

💧 73%

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