Kauauroa Bay Campsite
Kauauroa Bay Campsite
Kauauroa Bay Campsite is a free, basic DOC campsite situated on Tawhitinui Reach in the outer Pelorus Sound, Marlborough Sounds region of New Zealand's South Island.
The site is accessible by water only, making it a natural stopover for boaties and sea kayakers exploring the Sounds. Facilities are minimal, in keeping with DOC's basic campsite category.
The campsite operates year-round on a first-come, first-served basis, with no bookings required. Fires are not permitted at any time.
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