10 October 2026
Mostly cloudy. A few showers about the Sounds and inland ranges, possibly heavy from afternoon. Northeasterlies, strong at times about the Kaikoura Coast from afternoon.
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Kumutoto Bay Campsite
A sheltered east-facing bay with a short walk, boating, water skiing and fishing opportunities close by.
Category
Backcountry
Booking
Required
Unpowered sites
4
Dogs
Not allowed
Alerts for Kumutoto Bay Campsite
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 10 Oct 2026, 4:55 pm
11 October 2026
Cloudy with showers, mainly about the Sounds and inland ranges, clearing and becoming mainly fine late afternoon. Northwesterlies but northeasterlies about Kaikoura Coast, strong at times, easing everywhere in the evening.
12 October 2026
Fine. Northerlies developing in the morning.
13 October 2026
Mostly cloudy with isolated showers, clearing to fine in the afternoon. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
14 October 2026
Mostly cloudy with isolated showers, turning to rain in the afternoon. Northwesterlies, dying out in the evening.
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About Kumutoto Bay Campsite
A sheltered east-facing bay with a short walk, boating, water skiing and fishing opportunities close by.
Dog access at Kumutoto Bay Campsite
No dogs.
Facilities at Kumutoto Bay Campsite
- Jetty
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Water from stream
- Toilets - non-flush
Walking tracks near Kumutoto Bay Campsite
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