Picnic Bay Campsite

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

This is a scenic area with walking, sea kayaking, motor boating, kayaking, fishing and bird watching.

Fees

Payment with a DOC Campsite Pass is preferred. Otherwise, pay your fees with cash at the self-registration stand at the campsite or to the camp warden if present. Put the correct fee in the envelope provided and place the receipt section of the envelope on your vehicle or tent.

  • 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. 

Turn off Queen Charlotte Drive at Linkwater into Kenepuru Rd and follow 2 km past Portage.

Narrow, winding road.

Location

NZTM2000: E1687688, N5439092
Latitude: -41.19527845, Longitude: 174.04645666

Camp rules

  • All groups must include a responsible adult 18+.
  • Quiet hours are from 9.30 pm – 6.30 am.
  • Generators allowed from 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm only.
  • Music players must be used with headphones or played at a level not audible to neighbouring campsites.

Water safety

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