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 / 4French Pass and D'Urville Island Scenic Reserves
French Pass Campsite
This campsite is a great base for boating, fishing, swimming and kayaking and is the gateway to Rangitoto ki te Tonga/D’Urville Island.
Category
Standard
Booking
Required
Unpowered sites
18
Dogs
Not allowed
Alerts for French Pass 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 French Pass Campsite
This campsite is a great base for boating, fishing, swimming and kayaking and is the gateway to Rangitoto ki te Tonga/D’Urville Island.
Dog access at French Pass Campsite
No dogs.
Facilities at French Pass Campsite
- Boat launching
- Jetty
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shower - cold
- Toilets - flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Wheelchair accessible with assistance
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Bookings, access, facilities, water, fire restrictions and dog rules can change. Confirm current information and carry out all waste.