Timber Yard Point Lakeside Domain is a designated freedom camping area supported by the Selwyn District Council. There is no charge, bookings are not required (first in, first served) with a maximum stay of 28 days.
There is an excellent toilet block (flushing), and a cold shower available. Dogs are welcome off leash but must be under effective control at all times. Phone signal can be patchy in places. Take your own water as the water onsite is non-potable.
Sunrise at Lake Ellesmere on the day the cache was placed:
Lake Ellesmere is New Zealand's fifth largest lake and has a huge biodiversity of birdlife. The lake is actually a lagoon covering 20,000 hectares and is a mix of fresh and salt water. The lake is surprisingly unknown and under used as a recreational resource. It is an awesome place for fishing, bird watching, walking, mountain biking and all types of water sports.
This site is the habitat of the Mayfly, which at different times of the year swarm in very large numbers.
They are not mosquitoes, nor do they bite or sting.
There are boat ramps and lake access all around the lake as well as a couple of camping/ picnic areas.
Please take note of the toxic algae risk signage as you enter the Domain. This can change throughout the year and may mean the water cannot be used for swimming or boating, and could be harmful to animals.