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Piwakawaka Bay.
Piwakawaka Track

Located in Pelorus Sound/Te Hoiere and Kenepuru Sound area in the Marlborough region

Piwakawaka Track is easy walking track leading from the northern end of Elaine Bay to a small beach.
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.

This easy walking track leads from the northern end of Elaine Bay to small beach.

To get to Piwakawaka Track, turn-off the main road (SH 6) just past Rai Valley, drive along French Pass Road to Elaine Bay.

Water taxi services are available from Picton. You can also hire yachts, launches, motor boats, and sea kayaks.
  • The weather in the Sounds is generally mild, but conditions can change quickly, especially on the water. Ensure that you have adequate equipment and experience, and, if you are going out on the water, check the marine weather forecast.
  • Light fires only in designated areas.
  • Boil, filter, or treat water for drinking. On some tracks you must carry water.
  • In late summer and autumn, carry antihistamine if allergic to wasp stings.

Water safety

If you plan to enjoy the water, learn how to stay safe when swimming, boating and fishing.