Whites Bay Campsite
About Whites Bay Campsite
Whites Bay Campsite is a DOC campsite in Blenheim area, Marlborough, on the South Island. It has 67 sites. Its facilities include unpowered sites, cold showers and flush toilets, 7 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 Rarangi Campsite, 1 km away.
This camp has lovely scenery and is close to a surf beach at Pukatea/Whites Bay. Go walking, fishing, swimming or kayaking from here.
Facilities
- Unpowered sites
- Cold showers
- Flush toilets
- Tap water (untreated)
- Toilets
- Water supply
Things to do
- 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
Blenheim area, Marlborough, South Island
Nearby
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Questions about Whites Bay Campsite
How much does it cost to stay at Whites Bay Campsite?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
Are dogs allowed at Whites Bay Campsite?
Dogs are not allowed.
Can you take a campervan to Whites Bay Campsite?
Yes. You can get there by campervan, car and caravan.
What facilities does Whites Bay Campsite have?
Unpowered sites, Cold showers, Flush toilets, Tap water (untreated) and Toilets, and 2 more listed in KiwiCamping.
Read the DOC campsite rules before you go.
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