Pelorus Bridge Campground
About Pelorus Bridge Campground
Pelorus Bridge Campground is a Serviced DOC campsite in Pelorus Bridge Scenic Reserve, Marlborough, on the South Island. It has 54 sites. Its facilities include stove, unpowered sites and phone, 10 in all. Things to do here include fishing, kayaking and swimming. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan. Dogs are not allowed. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Butchers Flat Campsite, 9 km away.
Camp on the banks of the Te Hoiere/Pelorus River amongst towering kahikatea, beech and rimu trees. Walk, swim, fish, kayak, relax.
Facilities
- Stove
- Unpowered sites
- Phone
- Powered sites
- Cooking shelter
- Hot showers
Things to do
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- 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
Pelorus Bridge Scenic Reserve, Marlborough, South Island
Nearby
Guides for Marlborough
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- DOC Campsite Pass 2026-27: Is It Worth $295, and Where It Doesn't Work
- DOC Campsites That Sell Out Over Summer (and What to Book Instead)
- DOC Hut & Campsite Bookings 2026: How to Book, Fees, Dates
Questions about Pelorus Bridge Campground
How much does it cost to stay at Pelorus Bridge Campground?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Pelorus Bridge Campground?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to Pelorus Bridge Campground?
Yes. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan.
What facilities does Pelorus Bridge Campground have?
Stove, Unpowered sites, Phone, Powered sites and Cooking shelter, and 5 more listed in KiwiCamping.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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