Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite
Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite
Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite sits on the shore of a tranquil hourglass-shaped high-country lake in the Waimakariri Basin, within Craigieburn Forest Park on Canterbury's South Island.
Managed by the Department of Conservation, it lies along State Highway 73 roughly 35 kilometres south of Arthur's Pass village. The surrounding Lake Pearson / Moana Rua Wildlife Refuge makes it a noted base for birdwatching.
The campsite offers 20 non-powered tent sites and requires advance booking. Fires are not permitted at any time, motorised boats are prohibited on the lake, and no dogs are allowed.
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