Pelorus Bridge Campground, campsite in Marlborough
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Pelorus Bridge Campground

Serviced campsiteLocated in Pelorus Bridge Scenic Reserve, MarlboroughDOC data as at 20 September 2026

Bookable

About this place

Camp on the banks of the Te Hoiere/Pelorus River amongst towering kahikatea, beech and rimu trees. Walk, swim, fish, kayak, relax.

Know before you go

Campsite rules

We aim to provide a traditional New Zealand camping experience. Te ensure you and other campers enjoy your stay, be considerate of others and be aware of the rules below. All campers must report to the office on arrival. Site allocation as per you booking and at the discretion of the camp managers. No pets, (cats, dogs, birds). All groups must include a responsible adult 18 years or over. All caravans and campervans that require power must have a current Electrical Warrant of Fitness (WOF) which will be checked on arrival. If your Electrical WOF is not current you won’t be allowed to connect to power. No fires, chainsaws, generators or compressors under any circumstance. Unacceptable conduct (eg, nudity, violence, excessive noise) and/or behaviour deemed to be publicly offensive will result in immediate removal of those concerned with no refund given. Music players must be used with headphones or played at a level not audible to the neighbouring campsite. The camp is expected to be quiet between 9:30 pm and 6:30 am. Vehicles and trailers must not be left on adjoining sites. A $25 fee will be charged if trailers or vehicles need to be removed. Day visitors must leave their vehicles in the car park by the café and walk to the campground. In periods of heavy rainfall the campsite is prone to flooding and you may be asked to evacuate. A flood warning system is in place.

Water safety

If you plan to enjoy the water, learn how to stay safe when swimming, boating and fishing .

Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.

Fees and bookings

Adult (18+ years)$25 per night
Child (5 - 17 years)$12.50 per night
Infant (0 - 4 years)Free
Adult (18+ years)$27 per night
Child (5 - 17 years)$13.50 per night
Infant (0 - 4 years)Free

The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite except between 26 December to 8 February inclusive. Campsite Pass bookings must be booked online before occupying a site. If you do not book, bookings may be made by campground staff (if present) and will incur a $10 service charge. Sites may not be available if you do not book. Pelorus Bridge (Kahikatea Flat) Campground does not have the $3 fee for Campsite Pass users booking powered sites. Te Araroa – The Trail Pass Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the Te Araroa Trail Pass .

Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2027. If no availability shows online for your dates, the campsite is fully booked. No spaces are kept for campers arriving without a booking. Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee. Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain. Book Pelorus Bridge Campground online . Book well in advance for the peak period from 1 December - 28 February and for public holiday weekends. A $10 service fee applies to phone and in-person booking. This is a limited service – book online first. An in-person booking is dependent on there being space available. Email bookings are not available for this campsite. A minimum 3-night stay applies 24 – 31 December. A minimum site charge of 2 adults applies from 27 December to 11 January.

Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.

Contact

Nelson/Tasman/Marlborough information

Regional DOC service centre.

All details

Facilities
Cookers/electric stoveNon-powered/tent sitesPhonePowered sitesShelter for cookingShower - hotWheelchair accessibleWater from tap - treatedsuitable for drinkingToilets - non-flushToilets
Activities
FishingKayaking and canoeingSwimmingWalking and tramping
Access
CampervanCarCaravan
Setting
ForestRivers and lakes
Powered sites
14
Unpowered sites
40
Bookable
Yes
Category
Serviced
Dogs
No dogs.
Location
Located in Pelorus Bridge Scenic Reserve
Tents
Yes
Caravans
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Drinking water
Yes
Reservations
required
Fee
Yes
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Sources

  • OpenStreetMap Campsites · ODbL (Open Database License)Contains information from OpenStreetMap, made available under the ODbL.
  • DOC Campsites · CC BY 4.0Data sourced from the Department of Conservation (DOC), New Zealand.
  • DOC Campsites (API) · CC BY 4.0Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai. Data sourced from the DOC Developer Portal (api.doc.govt.nz).