Knobs Flat
About the campsite:
Located halfway between Te Anau and Milford Sound, Knobs Flat offers one of the most comfortable camping stops along the Milford Road corridor. Set within dense rainforest and mountain terrain, the site provides rare powered sites and hot showers in a remote environment.
The campsite layout includes organised parking areas suitable for campervans and motorhomes, with access to powered connections and sheltered communal facilities. This added infrastructure makes Knobs Flat especially attractive for travellers seeking comfort without returning to town.
The surrounding rainforest environment delivers strong Fiordland atmosphere with native forest, birdlife and misty mountain views. Short walks and river access points allow visitors to explore nearby scenery without driving further into the park.
For campervan travellers, Knobs Flat works extremely well as a staging base for Milford Sound trips. Staying here allows early morning departures that avoid tour bus congestion. Arriving before evening helps secure powered sites during peak season.
Knobs Flat offers a rare blend of comfort and wilderness, making it one of the most practical overnight stops on Fiordland campervan routes.
Address:
State Highway 94, Southland Region, New Zealand
Region:
Southland
Website:
Campsite Type:
Private
Cost(pp) NZD:
25
Certified Self-Contain Only?
No