Bookings not required - first come, first served
Fires permitted in designated fire places and only if there is no fire ban. Check rules and fire bans before you light.
The campsite is situated amongst coastal manuka forest within 5 minutes walk from Palliser Bay. Can get strong winds.
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.
Address: 44 Ocean Beach Road, Rimutaka Forest Park 5373
45 minutes from Featherston, along Western Lake Road.
Drive south from Featherston along the Western Lake Rd, and then west on Wharekauhau Rd to the coast. Drive north west alongside Ocean Beach to Corner Creek. Unsealed road for at least 3 km with two stream fords. Suitable for large vehicles. Accessible only from the eastern side of the Remutaka Range.
Location
Cape Palliser, 38 km south west of Featherston.
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1770503, N5417757
Latitude: -41.37365272, Longitude: 175.03884988
This area is a popular destination for fishing, surfing, walking, hunting and mountain biking.
Wellington/Kapiti information | |
Phone: | +64 3 546 9339 |
Email: | nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz |
About: | Whakatū/Nelson Visitor Centre provides visitor information for this area |