Located in Mount Richmond Forest Park in the Marlborough region
Fires are not permitted at any time.
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.
Pay cash on arrival at the self-registration stand at the campsite. There is a maximum of seven days per stay for this site.
The DOC/NZMCA Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Backcountry Hut Passes cannot be used at this campsite.
Turn off SH 6 into Wakamarina Road at Canvastown and follow 15 km to end.
Access is via a narrow, winding gravel road with a ford near the campsite. Large campervans need to use caution.
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1649697, N5419298
Latitude: -41.37630294, Longitude: 173.59430828
Whakatū / Nelson Visitor Centre | |
Phone: | +64 3 546 9339 |
Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
Email: | nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
Millers Acre/Taha o te Awa 79 Trafalgar Street Nelson 7010 |
Postal Address: |
Private Bag 5 Nelson 7042 |
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