Bark Bay Campsite

Bark Bay Campsite

Abel Tasman National Park

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Notices

  • Abel Tasman Coast Track – Bark Bay to Onetahuti – Track maintenance

    Due to track maintenance, parts of the Abel Tasman Coast Track between Bark Bay and Onetahuti will be rough and muddy after wet weather.

    Follow all instructions from staff and contractors.

    First published on 25 July 2024. Last reviewed on 24 September 2024.
  • 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 1 November 2024.

DOC Campsite Pricing

Bark 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.

Feature Value Value
Unpowered Site Adult 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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Organisation

DOC Great Walk

Central government organisation

Location

South IslandNelson RegionAbel Tasman

Categories

  • Activity__basic_facility_campingBasic Camping

Directions

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Coordinates

-40.9147773763133

173.044238090515

Latitude
-40.9147773763133
Longitude
173.044238090515

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Reviews

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  • 4.0/5

    Nice location, long peninsula, water on both sides of the campground, great facilities and shelter, 'real toilets', some people were collecting seafood for dinner.

    Reviewed over 7 years ago

  • 4.0/5

    Large campsite with great facilities, surrounded on most sides by water at a high tide as the beach is out front and the Bark Bay lagoon out the back.

    Walking

    Can get busy with larger groups at times. Nice sunny spot in winter.

    Kayaking

    Often less popular for kayakers than other nearby campsites, but it has excellent facilities and if you're a fan of the flush toilet then you're well catered for here.

    Reviewed over 8 years ago

  • 3.5/5

    Too big but a good place.

    Reviewed over 11 years ago