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Schoolhouse Bay Campsite
Schoolhouse Bay Campsite

Located in Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui area in the Marlborough region

A sheltered east-facing bay with walking, boating, mountain biking and fishing close by.

Fees

  • 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. 

Bookings

Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2025.

All bookings are first-come first-served. We do not have waiting lists for bookings for future seasons or facilities that are already booked-out.

Bookings are required all year. Book well in advance for the peak period from 1 December - 28 February and for public holiday weekends.

The camp is at Resolution Bay, Queen Charlotte Sound.

Walk or mountain bike to the camp on the Queen Charlotte Track.

Or you can access the camp via boat. There is no jetty at the camp, the closest jetty is at Resolution Bay, a 20 minute walk away. You will need to cross private land and pay a fee to the landowners.

Tracks to this campsite

Location

NZTM2000 coordinates: E1702842, N5448159.

Water safety

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