Schoolhouse Bay Campsite
About Schoolhouse Bay Campsite
Schoolhouse Bay 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. Things to do here include boating, fishing and biking. It is reached on foot or by boat. Dogs are not allowed. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Blumine Island/Oruawairua Campsite, 7 km away.
A sheltered east-facing bay with walking, boating, mountain biking and fishing close by.
Facilities
- Unpowered sites
- Tap water (untreated)
- Non-flush toilets
- Toilets
- Water supply
Things to do
- Boating
- Fishing
- 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
Guides for Marlborough
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- DOC Campsites That Sell Out Over Summer (and What to Book Instead)
- DOC Hut & Campsite Bookings 2026: How to Book, Fees, Dates
Questions about Schoolhouse Bay Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Schoolhouse Bay Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Schoolhouse Bay Campsite?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to Schoolhouse Bay Campsite?
No. It is reached on foot or by boat.
What facilities does Schoolhouse Bay 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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