Explore Kenepuru Sound by boat, walk or mountain bike the nearby Queen Charlotte Track or relax by the water surrounded by native bush.
Getting here involves a winding but very scenic drive until you get to Portage Bay Recreation Reserve, the Cowshed Bay Camping Ground is right on the waterfront just before Portage Resort.
Brand new toilet blocks, showers (cold) and cooking shelters make this popular spot an even nicer place to stay. An easy walk to the Queen Charlotte Track from the back of the campground.
! From Marlborough Council: Kenepuru Road and its side roads, including Moetapu Bay Road, are restricted to residents and emergency services only. They are not suitable for visitors.
Check Council website for current road conditions.
Track Maintenance is being undertaken in this area. The track will be uneven and muddy in places with heavy machinery working to fix up damaged track sections.
Walkers and Bikers are advised that it will take more time than expected to cross this section. Up to half an hour longer for some people.
First published on 19 November 2024.Kenepuru Road and all side roads from it are closed to non-residents due to major flood damage and roadworks. The area is only accessible by boat.
There is no road access to:
There is no road access to the following tracks in the Kenepuru and Queen Charlotte Sounds/Totaranui area:
Check the Civil Defence Emergency Management map for road access restrictions.
First published on 16 December 2022. Last reviewed on 29 November 2024.Cowshed Bay Campsite is categorised as a DOC Standard Campsite. The following pricing indicates usual pricing. Prices vary for some campsites and may include seasonal pricing. Visit the DOC website for exact pricing.
Standard campsites have a more limited range of facilities and services than Serviced campsites. These campsites have toilets, a water supply that could be treated or untreated tap water, or from a stream or lake, and vehicle or boat access. Bring your own soap for washing hands. Untreated water should be boiled before use to ensure it's safe. Wood BBQs and fireplaces, cold showers, picnic tables, a cooking shelter and rubbish bins may be provided; this will vary from site to site.
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Unpowered Site | Adult | $10.00 to $15.00 per night |
Unpowered Site | Child | $5.00 to $7.50 per night |
Unpowered Site | Infant | $0.00 per night |
Adults are 18+ years, children are 5-17 years, infants are 0-4 years.
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South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷ Picton / Marlborough Sounds |
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