Bay of Many Coves Campsite
About Bay of Many Coves Campsite
Bay of Many Coves Campsite is a Backcountry DOC campsite in Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui area, Marlborough, on the South Island. Its facilities include unpowered sites, cooking shelter and tap water (untreated), 6 in all. Things to do here include biking and walking. It is reached on foot. Dogs are not allowed. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Kumutoto Bay Campsite, 7 km away.
Walk or mountain bike in to this backcountry campsite in the Marlborough Sounds. Access is from the Queen Charlotte Track. There is no drive in access.
Facilities
- Unpowered sites
- Cooking shelter
- Tap water (untreated)
- Toilets
- Water supply
- Non-flush toilets
Things to do
- Biking
- Walking
Fees
Fees apply. DOC fees change with the season, and some sites must be booked ahead. KiwiCamping shows the current fee, how to book and what each site offers.
Location
Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui area, Marlborough, South Island
Nearby
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Questions about Bay of Many Coves Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Bay of Many Coves Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Bay of Many Coves Campsite?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to Bay of Many Coves Campsite?
No. It is reached on foot.
What facilities does Bay of Many Coves Campsite have?
Unpowered sites, Cooking shelter, Tap water (untreated), Toilets and Water supply, and 1 more listed in KiwiCamping.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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