Picnic Bay Campsite
This is a scenic area with walking, sea kayaking, motor boating, kayaking, fishing and bird watching. (via site)
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🏞️ Attractions
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Waikawa is a small settlement to the north east of Picton, Marlborough, New Zealand. Waikawa Bay opens onto Queen Charlotte Sound. The New Zealand Ministry for Culture and Heritage gives a translation of "bitter water" for Waikawa. Waikawa is an important New Zealand tourist destination because its large marina acts as gateway to the Marlborough Sounds and famous treks (hikes) such as the Queen Ch
🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- On the Spot
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Four Square- FreshChoice
⛽ Fuel
- npd
- Z
- GAS
🍽️ Food & drink
- Lochmara Lodge
- Boating Club
- The Jolly Roger Restaurant & Bar
➕ Medical
- Picton Healthcare Pharmacy
- Picton Medical Centre
- Picton Medical Centre Pharmacy
🚰 Drinking water
- Drinking water
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
- Showers
🎾 Sports
- Nopera Golf Course
- Swimming pool
- Basketball
🏧 ATM & bank
- ASB
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Good to know
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Do I need to book ahead for Picnic Bay Campsite?
No — it's first-come, first-served.
Can I bring an RV or caravan to Picnic Bay Campsite?
Yes, caravans and RVs are welcome.
Can I pitch a tent at Picnic Bay Campsite?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
Is there drinking water at Picnic Bay Campsite?
Yes, drinking water is available.
Are there toilets at Picnic Bay Campsite?
Yes, toilets are available on site.
Are dogs allowed at Picnic Bay Campsite?
Yes, dogs are allowed.
Who runs Picnic Bay Campsite?
Picnic Bay Campsite is operated by Department of Conservation.
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