Fires are not allowed at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
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.
Picnic, swim or fish in the Wakamarina River and walk or mountain bike on the nearby Doom or Wakamarina Tracks.
There are high, unfenced cliffs at this campsite, so children need to be supervised. Toilets are wheelchair accessible, with assistance.
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $5 per night
- Infant (0–4 years): free
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2026.
If there is no availability showing online for your dates, the campsite is fully booked. No sites are held for campers turning up on the day without a booking.
Advance bookings are required throughout the year.
A $10 service fee applies to phone and in-person booking. This is a limited service – book online first. An in-person booking is dependent on there being space available.
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1649697, N5419298
Latitude: -41.37630294, Longitude: 173.59430828
Water safety
If you plan to enjoy the water, learn how to stay safe when swimming, boating and fishing.
Give eels space when swimming
Eels live in the river in this area so if you are swimming remember you are in their homes.
If they feel threatened, they have been known to bite people. This is very rare, and generally results in a small graze. Eels usually avoid people and are mostly active at night.
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 |