Tōtaranui Great Walk campsite
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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
Tōtaranui Great Walk 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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| Unpowered Site | Child | Varies per night |
| Unpowered Site | Infant | Varies per night |
Adults are 18+ years, children are 5-17 years, infants are 0-4 years.
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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷ Abel Tasman |
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Basic Camping
Reviews
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4.5/5
Great campsite in a beautiful and remote location.
Large beach and plenty of sites available. Information center, running water and many toilets as well as cold showers. Access by a long windy gravel road, but many large vehicles have made it there. Truly a somewhat hidden gem.
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4.5/5
Only had time for a day hike so drove to this campsite, walked the next morning, and took a water taxi back.
Not at all crowded, and very beautiful beach! Only downside was a cold shower :(
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4.0/5
For us this was the last stop on the coastal walk.
Therefore we really enjoyed the proximity to the huge beach and even more the good facilities and showers before taking the taxi boat that departs just in front of the campground. Large grass area, not many people in the DOC sector. Not much shade.
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3.0/5
Walk Access.
The Great Walk campsite is a small part of the large and popular drive in Totaranui Campsite. There's space saved here especially for walkers who book a site. It's a stunning beach with sand that's almost orange in colour. Being the only drive access campsite in the Abel Tasman, this is a busy spot in summer. If you want the feeling of walking to a more remote campsite, then there are other options that aren't too far away.
