Black Rock Campsite
About Black Rock Campsite
Black Rock Campsite is a Backcountry DOC campsite in Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui area, Marlborough, on the South Island. It has 6 sites. Its facilities include unpowered sites, tap water (untreated) and non-flush toilets, 5 in all. It is reached on foot. Dogs are not allowed. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Kumutoto Bay Campsite, under 1 km away.
Walk or mountain bike to this campsite from the Queen Charlotte Track in the Marlborough Sounds. There is no drive in access.
Facilities
- Unpowered sites
- Tap water (untreated)
- Non-flush toilets
- Toilets
- Water supply
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 Black Rock Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Black Rock Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Black Rock Campsite?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to Black Rock Campsite?
No. It is reached on foot.
What facilities does Black Rock Campsite have?
Unpowered sites, Tap water (untreated), Non-flush toilets, Toilets and Water supply.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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