Lee Island in Fiordland Community

Alternative Name
Lion Island

Campsite

  • Mackay Creek Campsite. This is a scenic campsite in northern Fiordland. A quiet campsite with views of the Eglinton Valley. Fly fish in the river or explore nearby short walks. – approx. 9,8 km.
  • Totara Campsite. This is a scenic campsite in northern Fiordland. Camping area suitable for larger vehicles with sites sheltered by lush beech forest – approx. 9,9 km.
  • Walker Creek Campsite (tents allowed, caravans allowed). This is a small, scenic campsite in northern Fiordland beside the Eglinton River. – approx. 10,5 km.
  • Deer Flat Campsite. This is a scenic campsite in northern Fiordland. Camp beside the Eglinton River in a grassy area surrounded by small pockets of beech forest. Fly fish in the river. – approx. 11,1 km.
  • Kiosk Creek Campsite (wheelchair accessible, tents allowed, caravans allowed). This is a scenic campsite in northern Fiordland. There are spectacular views of glacial moraine deposits. – approx. 13,0 km.
  • Upper Eglinton Campsite. This is a scenic campsite in northern Fiordland. Walking and tramping tracks nearby, including the Earl Mountain Tracks. There are magnificent valley views. Fly fish in the river. – approx. 16,7 km.
  • Cascade Creek Campsite (wheelchair accessible, tents allowed, caravans allowed). This is a scenic campsite in northern Fiordland that is good for larger vehicles. – approx. 22,0 km.

Restaurants

  • Pioneer Café & Restaurant (burgers, fish, pasta, chicken, coffee shop, vegan options, vegetarian options) – approx. 18,9 km.

Attraction

  • Lake Gunn Nature Walk – approx. 22,5 km.

Tourist information offices

  • The Eglinton Valley – approx. 9,9 km.
  • A history of pastoral farming – approx. 9,9 km.
  • DOC Info & Payment board – approx. 10,0 km.
  • Knobs Flat Visitor Centre – approx. 12,8 km.
  • DoC Honesty Box – approx. 22,2 km.

Motel

  • Knobs Flat Accommodation [reception] – approx. 12,8 km.

Caravan site

  • Ellington Valley Camp – approx. 12,9 km.

Chalet

  • Fiordland National Park Lodge – approx. 18,9 km.

Viewpoint

  • Eglinton Valley – approx. 9,9 km.
  • Mirror Lakes (wheelchair accessible) – approx. 10,7 km.
  • Te Anau Downs – approx. 18,2 km.
  • Lake Te Anau Vista – approx. 18,5 km.

Parking

  • Eglinton River. Car park with a viewpoint – approx. 10,2 km.
  • Eglinton Valley – approx. 10,3 km.

Bus stops

  • Drop off Olivier – approx. 13,7 km.

Public toilet

  • Little House on the Prairie (unisex) – approx. 21,4 km.
Elevation 242 m
Protected area Fiordland National Park
Located in Southland District
Country New Zealand
Body of water Lake Te Anau