Camp Bay Campsite

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Standard

Unpowered Campsite

Number of tent sites - 20.

Adult	$10/night
Child	$5/night

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In a sheltered bay with fishing, boating, walking, mountain biking, plus a lodge with a bar, small shop and restaurant nearby. Boat and walk-in access only.

The Camp Bay Camping Ground is one of the campsites along the Queen Charlotte Track. It is in a sheltered bay with the luxury of a lodge (and a bar!) with a small shop and restaurant nearby. What a treat, especially is you have been walking or mountain biking along the track.

Notices

Kenepuru Road closed to visitors
Kenepuru Road and all side roads from it are closed to non-residents due to major flood damage and roadworks. The area is only accessible by boat.

There is no road access to:
- Moetapu Bay Campsite
- Camp Bay Campsite
- Cowshed Bay Campsite
- Nikau Cove Campsite
- Picnic Bay Campsite
- Kenepuru Head Campsite
- Waimaru Campsite
There is no road access to the following tracks in the Kenepuru and Queen Charlotte Sounds/Totaranui area:
- Queen Charlotte Track at Te Mahia, Torea and Kenepuru Saddles (limited road access is available at Anakiwa, see map below)
- Mistletoe Bay Tracks
- Mount Stokes Track
Check the Civil Defence Emergency Management map for road access restrictions.
First published on 16 December 2022. Last reviewed on 27 August 2024.
Queen Charlotte Track – ungulate control operation
From 16 to 27 September 2024 an ungulate control operation is occurring on public and private land in the Queen Charlotte Track areas. This is from Lochmara Bay to the ridge south of Onahau Bay in the Queen Charlotte Sound and between Te Mahia and Broughton Bay in the Kenepuru Sound (see attached map JPG, 238K).

The operation is primarily targeting deer and goats and will be achieved using both thermal imaging technology to aerial shoot from and helicopter and ground hunting teams with indicator dogs.

Be aware, if you are in this area during these dates:
- There could be noise from a helicopter and rifle shots
- Signs will be in place at key points of entry to the area, advising on the operation
- Safety protocols exist for target identification so there is no chance of visitors being in the area whilst the operation is undertaken
- Off track travel in the operation area is not recommended.
First published on 13 September 2024.

DOC Campsite Pricing

Camp Bay Campsite is categorised as a DOC Standard Campsite. The following pricing indicates usual pricing. Prices vary for some campsites and may include seasonal pricing. Visit the DOC website for exact pricing.

Feature	Value	Value
Unpowered Site	Adult	$10.00 to $15.00 per night
Unpowered Site	Child	$5.00 to $7.50 per night
Unpowered Site	Infant	$0.00 per night

Adults are 18+ years, children are 5-17 years, infants are 0-4 years.

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Organisation

DOC Marlborough

Central government organisation

Location

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷ Picton / Marlborough Sounds

Categories

Basic Camping

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Coordinates

-41.1279869349056

174.146347045898

Latitude
-41.1279869349056
Longitude
174.146347045898

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Feature	Value	Info
Overnight Camping Site Cost	Low Cost Camping Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Low Cost Camping You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged.	Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Low Cost Camping You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged.
Overnight Stay Rules	Camping only Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Camping only You are permitted to camp only in a tent. Staying in vehicles is not possible.	Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Camping only You are permitted to camp only in a tent. Staying in vehicles is not possible.
Campsite Managing Organisation	DOC Managed Campsite Managing Organisation What type of organisation operates this campsite? DOC Managed This campsite is managed by the Department of Conservation. DOC is a New Zealand government organisation.	Campsite Managing Organisation What type of organisation operates this campsite? DOC Managed This campsite is managed by the Department of Conservation. DOC is a New Zealand government organisation.
Maximum Sites Available	16 to 20 sites Maximum Sites Available How many camping or parking sites are available for staying overnight in? 16 to 20 sites There are between sixteen and twenty camping/parking sites available to stay overnight in.	Maximum Sites Available How many camping or parking sites are available for staying overnight in? 16 to 20 sites There are between sixteen and twenty camping/parking sites available to stay overnight in.
Water Supply	Water supply available Water Supply Is there fresh water available? Water supply available A supply of fresh water is available.	Water Supply Is there fresh water available? Water supply available A supply of fresh water is available.
Booking Required	First Come, First Served Booking Required Is it necessary to book a campsite in advance in order to stay overnight? First Come, First Served Sites are allocated in a first come, first served basis. Get in early for the best spot.	Booking Required Is it necessary to book a campsite in advance in order to stay overnight? First Come, First Served Sites are allocated in a first come, first served basis. Get in early for the best spot.
Dogs	No dogs allowed Dogs Does this establishment allow dogs? No dogs allowed The location does not allow dogs under normal conditions. Their may be be exceptions granted under specific circumstances eg. guide dogs.	Dogs Does this establishment allow dogs? No dogs allowed The location does not allow dogs under normal conditions. Their may be be exceptions granted under specific circumstances eg. guide dogs.
Vehicle Access	No vehicle access Vehicle Access Can vehicles drive in? No vehicle access This location is not accessible in a vehicle. Boat or walk access only	Vehicle Access Can vehicles drive in? No vehicle access This location is not accessible in a vehicle. Boat or walk access only
DOC Campsite Category	DOC Standard Campsite DOC Campsite Category What category does this Department of Conservation (DOC) campsite fall into? DOC Standard Campsite Department of Conservation Standard Campsites have a more limited range of facilities and services. Toilets (usually composting or pit variety) water supply (tap, stream, or lake) and vehicle or boat access. Wood barbeques and fireplaces, showers (cold), picnic tables, a cooking shelter and rubbish bins may be provided. Standard Campsites generally can not be booked.	DOC Campsite Category What category does this Department of Conservation (DOC) campsite fall into? DOC Standard Campsite Department of Conservation Standard Campsites have a more limited range of facilities and services. Toilets (usually composting or pit variety) water supply (tap, stream, or lake) and vehicle or boat access. Wood barbeques and fireplaces, showers (cold), picnic tables, a cooking shelter and rubbish bins may be provided. Standard Campsites generally can not be booked.
Campfire Rules	Fires prohibited Campfire Rules What are the rules for open air fires? Fires prohibited There is a total fire ban -no fires are permitted.	Campfire Rules What are the rules for open air fires? Fires prohibited There is a total fire ban -no fires are permitted.
Toilet	Public toilet Toilet Is there a toilet available? Public toilet There are toilet facilities available to the general public. Long drop toilet only	Toilet Is there a toilet available? Public toilet There are toilet facilities available to the general public. Long drop toilet only

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4.5/5

This campsite was really beautiful.
Right next to the beach (not sand though) and a little stream, very quiet.

The only annoying thing was the Weka. Watch out for him, he'll steal rubbish, cookies, tobacco and food!

Water is drinkable without treating.

Reviewed almost 11 years ago

Emma K
2.0/5

Overcrowded if you arrive late so the spot for our tent was a mix of soil and rock.
That was not a restfull night..... toilet and water are okay.

Reviewed over 11 years ago and experienced in March 2013

Rey Germain
4.5/5

excellent.
unique experience.

Reviewed over 14 years ago

Maddy