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Akersten Bay Campsite

Abel Tasman National Park

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Notices

  • Torrent Bay bridge replacement

    Torrent River Bridge on the high tide track between Anchorage and Torrent Bay, giving access to Cleopatra’s Pool, is being replaced. 

    Cleopatra’s Pool and access track, along with sections of the high tide track will be closed to the public between 29 October and 12 November 2024.

    During this time the whole construction area is a WorkSafe NZ notifiable site and entry is strictly prohibited, for any reason.

    An alternative option for the high tide track involves wading through the Torrent River, this is available four hours either side of low tide. Note there are some slippery rocks, and that river flow may fluctuate depending on rainfall and tides.

    First published on 19 August 2022. Last reviewed on 27 August 2024.

DOC Campsite Pricing

Akersten Bay campsite is categorised as a DOC Great Walk Campsite. The following pricing indicates usual pricing. Adults from $5 to $32, children from $0 to $16, infants are free. There is differential pricing for international visitors, as well as seasonal pricing. Visit the website for exact pricing.

DOC Great Walk Campsite

Except for the Milford Track and Paparoa Track, all Great Walks offer camping near huts or in designated areas. There are nearly 60 Great Walk campsites offering basic facilities including toilets, handwashing sinks and a water supply with some being treated and some untreated. Untreated water should be boiled before use to ensure it's safe. Some have picnic tables and cooking shelters. These do not include the indoor facilities provided at Great Walk huts.

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

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Organisation

DOC Great Walk

Central government organisation

Location

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷ Abel Tasman

Categories
  • Activity__basic_facility_campingBasic Camping

Directions

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Coordinates

-40.972705211029

173.047692775727

Latitude
-40.972705211029
Longitude
173.047692775727
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Overnight Stay Rules

  • Camping only Camping only

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Camping only

Camping only

You are permitted to camp only in a tent. Staying in vehicles is not possible.

Payment Requirement

  • Paid access/participation Paid access/participation

Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Paid access/participation

Paid access/participation

The experience costs money to access or take part in.

Booking Required

  • Booking is Required

Booking Required

Is it necessary to book a campsite in advance in order to stay overnight?

Booking is Required

Staying overnight requires booking a site in advance.

Dogs

  • No dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Dogs

Does this establishment allow dogs?

No dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

The location does not allow dogs under normal conditions. Their may be be exceptions granted under specific circumstances eg. guide dogs.

DOC Campsite Category

  • DOC Great Walk Campsite

DOC Campsite Category

What category does this Department of Conservation (DOC) campsite fall into?

DOC Great Walk Campsite

All Great Walk tracks (except Milford) offer camping near huts or in designated areas. There are nearly 60 Department of Conservation Great Walk Campsites offering basic facilities including toilets, handwashing sinks and a water supply. Some have picnic tables and cooking shelters. Great Walk Campsite bookings are usually required online or at DOC Visitor Centres.

WiFi Internet

  • No WiFi

WiFi Internet

What type of WiFi internet access is available?

No WiFi

There is no WiFi access available.

Campfire Rules

  • Fires permitted  (in designated sites)

Campfire Rules

What are the rules for open air fires?

Fires permitted

(in designated sites)

Open air fires are allowed only in the provided fireplaces. Open air fires are not allowed if a total fire ban is currently in place.

Fires are only permitted where fireplaces are provided and there is no fire ban in place.

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Reviews

  • 3.0/5

    One of the 4 campsite offerings in the Astrolabe.

    Walking

    There's better beaches in the Abel Tasman to stay at. but it's not shabby all the same. Slightly elevated, just off the beach and generally quieter than a couple of the other campsites nearby.

    Kayaking

    Akersten is a super sheltered spot from wind and swell. Stay here and get up early to tackle the Mad Mile in the predominant calm morning conditions.

    Reviewed over 8 years ago

    NEW ZEALAND
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    Cymen Crick