08 October 2026
Fine to start. Low cloud about the Kaikoura Coast and ranges from late morning, spreading elsewhere in the evening with patchy drizzle. Southeasterlies.
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1 / 5Blumine Island Scenic Reserve
Blumine Island/Ōruawairua campsite
North-facing seafront site on a picturesque, pest free island. Walk the track to the historic WWII gun emplacements, experience the all day 'dawn chorus' and enjoy the stunning views.
Category
Backcountry
Booking
Required
Unpowered sites
6
Dogs
Not allowed
Alerts for Blumine Island/Ōruawairua campsite
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Marlborough forecast
Issued 8 Oct 2026, 3:45 am
09 October 2026
Mostly cloudy with isolated showers, clearing to fine in the morning. Easterlies, dying out at night.
10 October 2026
Mainly fine, but cloudy with isolated showers in the afternoon. Northerlies developing in the morning.
11 October 2026
Showers clearing to fine in the afternoon. Northerlies, dying out in the afternoon.
12 October 2026
Partly cloudy. Light winds.
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About Blumine Island/Ōruawairua campsite
North-facing seafront site on a picturesque, pest free island. Walk the track to the historic WWII gun emplacements, experience the all day 'dawn chorus' and enjoy the stunning views.
Dog access at Blumine Island/Ōruawairua campsite
No dogs.
Facilities at Blumine Island/Ōruawairua campsite
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Toilets - non-flush
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Bookings, access, facilities, water, fire restrictions and dog rules can change. Confirm current information and carry out all waste.