10 October 2026
Low cloud lifting in the morning with showers developing about the Sounds and inland ranges. Northerlies, strong for a time about the Kaikoura Coast in the afternoon and evening.
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Aussie Bay Campsite
A tranquil setting beside the sea, with a range of activities nearby including walking and mountain biking on the Queen Charlotte Track.
Category
Standard
Booking
Required
Unpowered sites
6
Dogs
Allowed
Alerts for Aussie Bay Campsite
Aussie Bay Campsite temporary closure
Aussie Bay Campsite will be closed to all visitors from 5 October to 12 November 2026 for essential building works. First published on 24 September 2026.
Queen Charlotte Track landslips
Due to recent storms, there are small landslips on the Queen Charlotte Track above Tawa Bay, between Resolution Inlet and Furneaux Lodge in Endeavour Inlet. Visitors should continue to use caution and cross these areas without delay. First published on 15 June 2026. Last reviewed on 2 October 2026.
Cowshed Bay Campsite temporary closures
Cowshed Bay Campsite will be closed between 27 October and 13 November 2026 for the replacement of the wastewater system. First published on 9 September 2026.
Marlborough forecast
Issued 9 Oct 2026, 11:01 pm
11 October 2026
Occasional rain clearing to fine in the morning. Northerlies, turning westerly in the afternoon.
12 October 2026
Fine. Northwesterlies developing in the afternoon.
13 October 2026
Mostly cloudy with isolated showers, clearing to fine in the afternoon. Northwesterlies.
14 October 2026
Rain developing. Northwesterlies.
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About Aussie Bay Campsite
A tranquil setting beside the sea, with a range of activities nearby including walking and mountain biking on the Queen Charlotte Track.
Dog access at Aussie Bay Campsite
Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact closest DOC office to get a permit.
Facilities at Aussie Bay Campsite
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Toilets - non-flush
Walking tracks near Aussie Bay Campsite
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