French Pass Campsite
About French Pass Campsite
French Pass Campsite is a DOC campsite in French Pass and D'Urville Island Scenic Reserves, Marlborough, on the South Island. It has 18 sites. Its facilities include boat launching, jetty and unpowered sites, 8 in all. Things to do here include boating, fishing and kayaking. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan. Dogs are not allowed. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Waiona Bay Campsite, 9 km away.
This campsite is a great base for boating, fishing, swimming and kayaking and is the gateway to Rangitoto ki te Tonga/D’Urville Island.
Facilities
- Boat launching
- Jetty
- Unpowered sites
- Flush toilets
- Tap water (untreated)
- Wheelchair access
Things to do
- Boating
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Swimming
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
French Pass and D'Urville Island Scenic Reserves, Marlborough, South Island
Nearby
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Questions about French Pass Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at French Pass Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at French Pass Campsite?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to French Pass Campsite?
Yes. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan.
What facilities does French Pass Campsite have?
Boat launching, Jetty, Unpowered sites, Flush toilets and Tap water (untreated), and 3 more listed in KiwiCamping.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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