Bookings not required - first come, first served
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
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 SH 6 north of Rai Valley into Ronga Road, which becomes Croisilles-French Pass Road. Continue through Okiwi Bay and after approx. 10 km turn into Elaine Bay Road. Follow to end.
Access is by a sealed, narrow, winding road.
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1664594, N5454889
Latutude: -41.05527979, Longitude: 173.76967494
Flood damage and restrictions for Marlborough Sounds roads
Most Marlborough Sounds roads have been impacted by major flood damage from storms in August 2022.
Water safety
If you plan to enjoy the water, learn how to stay safe when swimming, boating and fishing.
| Whakatū/Nelson Visitor Centre | |
|---|---|
| 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 |