Large waterfront site on a shallow bay great for boating and swimming. Choose a waterfront site or bush clearing to camp in. Walking, cycling or boat access only.
The Davies Bay Camping Ground is a back country campsite along Queen Charlotte track, about 1.5 hrs walk from Anakiwa car park.
The Norski toilet is closed as the tank is full. Visitors will need to use the 2 toilets available in the clearing approximately 300 m away.
First published on 12 April 2024. Last reviewed on 3 July 2024.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:
Davies Bay Campsite is categorised as a DOC Backcountry Campsite. The following pricing indicates usual pricing. Prices vary for each campsite but is usually very cheap. Visit the website for exact pricing.
Backcountry campsites have toilets and a water supply which may be from a stream. Picnic tables, cooking shelters or fireplaces may be provided.
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Unpowered Site | Adult | Varies per night |
Unpowered Site | Child | Varies per night |
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Adults are 18+ years, children are 5-17 years, infants are 0-4 years.
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DOC MarlboroughCentral government organisation |
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South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷ Picton / Marlborough Sounds |
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