Cowshed Bay Campsite, Marlborough - DOC Campsite

Explore Kenepuru Sound by boat, walk or mountain bike the nearby Queen Charlotte Track or relax by the water surrounded by native bush.

Marlborough, New Zealand

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Campsite DOC Pelorus Sound/Te Hoiere and Kenepuru Sound area

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Yes

Bookable

Approx. elevation

-41.20208, 174.03191

Coordinates

Image: Johnny Joseph | DOC

Campsite Map

About this campsite

There are two toilet cubicles in the facilities located on the seaward side of the camp and a further three, with a cold shower, on the inland side.

Facilities

Non-powered/tent sites, Shelter for cooking, Shower - cold, Toilets - flush, Water from tap - not treated, boil before use, Wheelchair accessible with assistance, Toilets, Water supply

Activities

Boating, Fishing, Mountain biking, Walking and tramping

Fees and bookings

Fees

Adult (18+ years): $15 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.

Book well in advance for the peak period from 1 December - 28 February and for public holiday weekends.

Te Araroa – The Trail Pass

Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the .

More details

Access: Boat, Foot

Landscape: Coastal

Dogs: No dogs.

Sites: 0 powered, 20 unpowered

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Cowshed Bay Campsite