Cobb River campsite

Campsite category

Basic

Facilities

Toilets Toilets
Water from stream Water from stream

Fees

Free

Campsite details

  • Number of tent sites - 20.

Camp beside the Cobb River which offers good swimming and fishing.

Location

Kahurangi National Park

Getting there

Camping at Cobb River campsite.
Cobb Valley

Turn off SH 60 at Upper Takaka and follow the Cobb Dam Rd for 35km. The campsite is at the top end of the Cobb Reservoir.

Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1568327-N5446793.

Notes

  • Access: Unsealed, steep and windy. One way in some sections. Icy and 4WD only in winter.
  • Road not suitable for motor-homes or caravans.
  • Campfires permitted. Be aware of fire bans and higher fire risk during summer months. Contact the local DOC office or Council for details. Follow the on-site signs.
  • No dogs.

Plan and prepare

Types of Conservation Campsite

You can drive to most Conservation Campsites and boat-in to some. Each Conservation Campsite is unique but the facilities and services provided at campsites are divided into categories: Serviced, Standard, Backcountry, Basic.

Fees are charged according to the campsite category and the level of facilities and services provided. Find out more about these campsite categories.

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Conservation campsite information

Camping care code

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Contacts

Nelson Regional Visitor Centre
Phone: +64 3 546 9339
Address: Millers Acre/Taha o te Awa
79 Trafalgar Street
Nelson 7010
Email: nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

Nelson Lakes Visitor Centre
Phone: +64 3 521 1806
Address: View Road
St Arnaud
Email: nelsonlakesvc@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

Picton Visitor Centre i-SITE Information Centre
Phone: +64 3 520 3113
Address: The Foreshore
Picton
Email: picton@i-SITE.org
Full office details

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