Butchers Flat Campsite, Marlborough - DOC Campsite

This grassy, flat camping area was once a gold mining area and is great for picnicking or swimming. You'll also find walking and mountain biking opportunities nearby.

Marlborough, New Zealand

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Campsite DOC Mount Richmond Forest Park

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

I've been there Been there

Yes

Bookable

70m

Approx. elevation

-41.37630, 173.59431

Coordinates

Image: Pete Brady | DOC

Campsite Map

About this campsite

Picnic, swim or fish in the Wakamarina River and walk or mountain bike on the nearby Doom or Wakamarina Tracks.

There are high, unfenced cliffs at this campsite, so children need to be supervised. Toilets are wheelchair accessible, with assistance.

Facilities

Non-powered/tent sites, Water from tap - not treated, boil before use, Toilets - non-flush, Toilets, Water supply

Activities

Mountain biking, Picnicking, Swimming, Walking and tramping

Fees and bookings

Fees

Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
Child (5–17 years): $5 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free

Passes

The can be used at this campsite.

Bookings

Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2027.

If no availability shows online for your dates, the campsite is fully booked.
No spaces are kept for campers arriving without a booking.
Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.

More details

Access: Campervan, Car

Landscape: Rivers and lakes

Dogs: Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact closest DOC office to get a permit.

Sites: 0 powered, 20 unpowered

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Butchers Flat Campsite