Campingplasser i Gylne Bukt

Scenic Campsites & Views

Golden Bay offers diverse landscapes ranging from the limestone cliffs of Wainui Falls to the dramatic 26-kilometer sand spit at Farewell Spit. This selection highlights the region's unique geography, including the rugged northernmost headlands of the South Island and the golden sands of Abel Tasman National Park. Accommodations featured include remote Department of Conservation huts like Bark Bay and beachfront campsites at Mutton Cove, providing direct access to coastal hiking trails and marine reserves.

Pseudopanax / Public domain

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Wainui Falls

A 20-meter waterfall reached via a bush track featuring a suspension bridge over the Wainui River. The surrounding forest is notable for its lush nikau palms and ferns.

Phillip Capper / CC BY 2.0

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Golden Bay

Golden Bay may refer to:

MurielBendel / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Wharariki Beach

Wild coastal area characterized by massive offshore rock arches, cavernous cliffs, and shifting sand dunes. It is a frequent haul-out site for New Zealand fur seals.

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Pupu Hydro Walk way Lookout

Elevated viewpoint along a historic walking track that follows a 1929 water race originally constructed to power local gold-mining operations.

Pseudopanax / Public domain

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Farewell Spit

Farewell Spit is a narrow sand spit at the northern end of the Golden Bay, in the South Island of New Zealand.

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Awaroa Beach

Golden sand beach within Abel Tasman National Park. It gained international attention in 2016 when it was purchased through a public crowdfunding campaign to become part of the national park.