Mrs Woolly’s Campground

Overview

About Mrs Woolly’s Campground

Small, friendly, and smack in the middle of Glenorchy, Mrs Woolly’s Campground is the easy base camp for exploring the head of Lake Wakatipu. Expect big mountain backdrops, a relaxed vibe, and the bonus of Mrs Woolly’s General Store next door for coffee, fresh bread, groceries and takeaway.

Why stop

Right in Glenorchy beside the excellent General Store for coffee and supplies
Clean facilities with a well‑stocked communal kitchen, BBQs, laundry and free Wi‑Fi
Big mountain views and an easy walk to the lakefront and lagoon boardwalk

Heads up

Hot showers are coin‑operated and can run cooler/queue at peak times
No on‑site dump station, so self‑contained vehicles must plan elsewhere

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Where it is

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Local know-how

Tips for visiting Mrs Woolly’s Campground

Carry a few $2 coins—showers are coin‑operated for 7 minutes.
Book early for powered sites and peak summer dates.
Use the kitchen off‑peak or bring a backup camp stove during busy evenings.
Plan a dump‑station stop before or after your stay—none on site.

Plan your stop

Before you go

Best time to go

It’s currently operating through the end of April 2026, with reservations recommended—especially for powered sites and in the height of summer. Indicative pricing (varies by season): tent‑only from around NZD 40 (2 people), standard unpowered from about NZD 45 (2 people), powered RV sites from roughly NZD 65 (2 people). Extra adults/children are typically about NZD 10 per person per night.

Sites & Facilities

The campground offers a mix of powered and unpowered options: 9 powered RV/campervan sites, 21 standard unpowered, 6 large unpowered, and 5 tent‑only sites. Facilities are modern and tidy: coin‑operated hot showers ($2 for 7 minutes), clean toilets, a proper communal kitchen (fridges, stoves, basic utensils), outdoor BBQs and picnic tables, laundry, free Wi‑Fi, potable water, and a small playground. Fires are not permitted.

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More about Mrs Woolly’s Campground

What It’s LikeGuests consistently call out the cleanliness, friendly staff and the very handy kitchen setup.

Guests consistently call out the cleanliness, friendly staff and the very handy kitchen setup. At busy times it can feel compact, and showers may queue or lose a bit of heat/pressure. The trade‑off is convenience: stroll to the lakefront and lagoon boardwalk, grab breakfast or trail snacks next door, and roll out early for local adventures.

Activities & Handy ExtrasStaff can help book local activities and track shuttles—useful if you’re eyeing the Routeburn…

Staff can help book local activities and track shuttles—useful if you’re eyeing the Routeburn or other nearby hikes, or considering kayaking, horseback riding or a scenic flight. If you want a sit‑down dinner, The Headwaters Eco Lodge is a short walk away.

Need‑to‑KnowBring a few $2 coins for showers.

Bring a few $2 coins for showers.
No dump station on site—plan to empty tanks in town or en route.
Dogs: policies allow them in campervans on a lead and away from communal areas; check details when booking.
Total fire ban.

Best Time to VisitDecember through February is the busiest; book early if you want powered sites or prime dates.

December through February is the busiest; book early if you want powered sites or prime dates. For a quieter stay, aim for shoulder months (early season or March–April) or mid‑week. Morning and late‑day light make the surrounding peaks look their best.

Alternatives NearbyIf you’re after a simpler, more rustic DOC‑style setup, consider Sylvan Campsite or Kinloch…

If you’re after a simpler, more rustic DOC‑style setup, consider Sylvan Campsite or Kinloch Campsite up the road. They trade convenience for a wilder feel.

Wildlife

Wildlife in Queenstown-Lakes District

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189 sightingsKeaMost seen around 5 PMSighting map

18 sightingsKākāMost seen around 6 PMSighting map

195 sightingsKererūMost seen around 10 AMSighting map

48 sightingsWekaMost seen around 6 PMSighting map

239 sightingsTūīMost seen around 8 AMSighting map

97 sightingsBellbirdMost seen around 6 AMSighting map

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