Bark Bay Campsite Abel Tasman
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Chloe Riddell
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Bark Bay Campsite
Located in Abel Tasman National Park in the Nelson/Tasman region
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Introduction
Walk-in or boat-in to this beachside campsite on the Torrent Bay Estuary to Bark Bay section of the Abel Tasman Coast Track. There is no drive on access.Access
- Boat
- Foot
Landscape
- Coastal
Facilities
- Fire pit/place for campfires (except in fire bans)
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Toilets - flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
40 non-powered/tent sites
Seasonal restrictions
Fires permitted in designated fire places and only if there is no fire ban. Check rules and fire bans before you light.
Dog access
Bark Bay is a popular campsite for school groups, especially on Monday to Thursday nights in November and mid-February to April.
It has a fireplace, gets good winter sun, and is a scheduled water taxi stop.
Fees
1 October - 30 April
New Zealand citizens and those ordinarily resident in New Zealand:
- Adult (18+ years): $19 per person, per night
- Child (5 to 17 years): $9 per person, per night
International visitors:
- Adult (18+ years): $28 per person, per night
- Child (5 to 17 years): $14 person, per night
1 May – 30 September
For all visitors:
- Adult (18+ years): $19 person, per night
- Child (5 to 17 years): $9 per person, per night
Proof of eligibility is required for the New Zealand rate.
The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite.
Bookings
Tracks to this campsite
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1604269, N5470462
Contacts
| Whakatū/Nelson Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 546 9339 |
| nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | Millers Acre/Taha o te Awa 1/37 Halifax Street Nelson 7010 |
| Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |