Check road conditions
Recent severe weather has damaged many roads in the Marlborough Sounds. Before you travel to our facilities, check the latest road updates on the Marlborough District Council website.
There is good 4WD access into the area, when the rivers are in low flow. This is via the Leatham Road, which turns off SH63, approximately 70 km west of Blenheim. It requires a high clearance, off-road 4WD vehicle and river crossing experience.
Take note of weather reports in advance. The rivers are not crossable when flows are medium to high, and the fords can be affected by flood events.
Check Marlborough District Council website for river flow information.
Whakatū/Nelson Visitor Centre
| Phone: | +64 3 546 9339 |
| Email: | nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: | Millers Acre/Taha o te Awa 1/37 Halifax Street Nelson 7010 |
| Hours: | Visitor centre hours and services |