French Pass campsite
Campsite category
Standard
Facilities

Water from tap

Toilets

Picnic Table

Showers (cold)
Fees
1 December to 28 February and Easter and Labour Weekends: $7.00 adult/night, $3.50 child/night (5-17 years). Other times: $6.00 adult/night, $1.50 child/night (5-17 years). Under 5 free at all times. NZMCA pass is not valid 23 December to 1 February.
Booking
Required 1 December to the end of February and statutory holidays (including Easter and Labour Weekends). A deposit is required to confirm a booking.
Phone +64 3 576 5298 or email grace@steadfastsail.com.
Campsite details
- Number of tent sites - 18.
This scenic camp is a good base for boating, fishing, swimming and kayaking and is the gateway to D'Urville Island. Watch the waters moving through French Pass from the nearby viewpoint.
Location
The small settlement of French Pass, at the north-west extremity of the Marlborough Sounds.
Getting there

French Pass
Turn off SH6 north of Rai Valley into Croisilles-French Pass Rd. Follow to the end, approx 45 km.
Access: Sealed and gravel, narrow winding road, or boat access.
Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1670992-N5469085.
Notes
- Boat ramp
- Wheelchair accessible
- Shop and jetty nearby
- No dogs or pets
- No fires
- No generators
- Hours of quietness - 9.30pm to 6.30am
Park or reserve
French Pass Recreation Reserve.