The Balmoral Forest Recreation Area is a scenic reserve administered by the Balmoral Recreation Area Charitable Trust. Located off Balmoral Station Road near the intersection with SH7, it consists of a large grassy area surrounded by mature pine trees on the banks of the Hurunui River.

Facilities include campsites, toilets, water taps and BBQs. With open and shaded areas, it is a popular stop off point on the road from Christchurch to Hamner Springs.

Costing only $5 per family per night, payments can be made to an onsite committee member or at the Caltex Garage in Culverden.

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Balmoral Forest Recreation Area is also a camping ground dministered by the wonderful people at Balmoral Recreation Area Charitable Trust. Located near the Hurunui Bridge all payments are to made at the Caltex Garage (Mockett Motors) in Culverden. Once paid take the journey to the camping ground which is incredibly secluded and sunny. There’s some great facilities here and yes there is running water!