NZ's DOC launches campsite pass

New Zealand's Department of Conservation (DOC) has launched a new campsite pass to encourage people to get out in nature more.

“The campsite pass offers great value for frequent campsite users and encourages use of quieter campsites outside of peak season,” says DOC’s Heritage and Visitors Director, Steve Taylor.

Australians wanting to explore NZ's wonderful wilderness will find this pass handy too.

The pass gives people access to about 94% of all DOC campsites around New Zealand (195 of 208 paid campsites), including bookable and non-bookable campsites, although there are some restrictions on when and how long the pass can be used. People can choose between passes for a week, month or year.

“Thes pass is designed to support our regular campers and help others take advantage of the hundreds of DOC campsites in picturesque natural settings across the country,” says Taylor.

“Before you book your next camping holiday, check to see if the pass could cut costs for you and your group.”

DOC now offers two passes – one for huts (the Backcountry Hut Pass) and this new pass for campsites. From today, both passes can be purchased online.

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