Backcountry campsites have toilets and a water supply, which may be from a stream. Picnic tables, cooking shelters and fireplaces may be provided.
No. of tent sites:
3Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Access to Campsite:
By boat,Fees:
Fees
Payment with a DOC Campsite Pass is preferred. Otherwise, pay your fees with cash at the self-registration stand at the campsite or to the camp warden if present. Put the correct fee in the envelope provided and place the receipt section of the envelope on your vehicle or tent.
Adult (18+ years): $6 per night
Child (5 - 17 years): $3 per night
Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogs, sorry.Last Update:
30/5/2023DESCRIPTION:
A remote campsite with hunting and water-based activities near by.
Bookings not required - first come, first served.
Phone(s):
+64 3 546 9339No. of tent sites:
8Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Access to Campsite:
By mountain bike (grade 4)Fees:
Payment with a DOC Campsite Pass is preferred. Otherwise, pay your fees with cash at the self-registration stand at the campsite or to the camp warden if present. Put the correct fee in the envelope provided and place the receipt section of the envelope on your vehicle or tent.
Adult (18+ years): $6 per night
Child (5 - 17 years): $3 per night
Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact the relevant DOC office to obtain a permit.Last Update:
27/7/2023DESCRIPTION:
Located in a sheltered, scenic bay with opportunities for walking, biking and boating.
Located in Pelorus Sound/Te Hoiere and Kenepuru Sound area in the Marlborough region.
Phone(s):
+64 3 546 9339Pāhautea Hut Campsite
No. of tent sites:
7Fires Allowed?:
Fires are not permitted at any time.
Access to Campsite:
By footFees:
Free, however you need to book.
All bookings are first-come first-served. We do not have waiting lists for bookings for future seasons or facilities that are already booked-out.
Overseeing Body:
Information courtesy of the Department of ConservationDog Policy:
No dogs.Last Update:
16/5/2024DESCRIPTION:
There are camping pads next to the Pāhautea Hut and a shelter provided with water, sink, bench and table.
The tent sites are about 4X4 m squares to pitch your tent on.
Water is untreated here; please boil before using.
Fees: Free to stay but you still need to book.
