Twelve Mile Delta Campsite: DOC Camping Near Queenstown
Photo: “Twelve Mile Delta” by Jeff Hitchcock, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Campsite at a glance
- Type
- DOC campsite
- Run by
- Department of Conservation
- Address
- Glenorchy Road, 12 km west of Queenstown
- Sites
- 100 non-powered/tent sites
- Price
- Adult $15, child $7.50, infant free per night (Campsite Pass not accepted)
- Bookings
- Not taken: first come, first served
- Check-in / out
- Not stated (non-bookable site)
- Dogs
- Dogs on a leash only
Overview
Twelve Mile Delta is a large Standard DOC campsite on the river delta where Twelve-Mile Creek meets Lake Wakatipu, 12 km west of Queenstown on Glenorchy Road. Regenerating forest surrounds it.
It's one of the cheapest places to camp close to Queenstown, but it doesn't take bookings. Arrive early in summer.
Lord of the Rings location
Twelve Mile Delta was the filming location for Ithilien Camp in the Lord of the Rings trilogy.
Fees and payment
- Adult: $15 per night
- Child (5–17): $7.50 per night
- Infant (0–4): free
The DOC Campsite Pass can't be used here. As it's first come, first served, pay on arrival following the instructions at the campsite. Non-bookable DOC sites usually use self-registration envelopes, so bring cash.
Getting there
Take Glenorchy Road west from Queenstown. The road is sealed from the highway to the delta, with narrow gravel roads around the campsite itself.
Safety and rules
- Don't pitch your tent under the trees. DOC recommends against it at this campsite.
- No fires at any time.
- Dogs are allowed on a leash.
Walks from camp
- Mt Crichton Loop Track
- Twelve Mile to Bob's Cove Track
- Lake Dispute Walkway
The DOC visitor centre at 50 Stanley Street, Queenstown, can help with track conditions.
More options: Camping in Queenstown and our DOC campsites guide.
Facilities
- Toilets
- Water supply (treat before drinking)
Rules and good to know
- No fires at any time
- Don't pitch under the trees
- Narrow gravel roads around the campsite
Where is Twelve Mile Delta Campsite?
The pin marks: Campsite (-45.0668, 168.5447). Follow the operator's directions for the final approach, since sat-nav routes can differ. Plan a route on OpenStreetMap (opens in a new tab).
Location data: Department of Conservation, DOC Campsites (CC BY 4.0); OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL 1.0).
Featured in: DOC campsites, Camping in Queenstown
Sources: doc.govt.nz
Check before you go
Prices, pet rules, closures and road access change. Confirm current details for Twelve Mile Delta Campsite on the official page before you book or travel.
Official campsite page