Tourists camping among the trees, Bark Bay, Abel Tasman National Park
There are 8 huts in the park; 4 along the Coast Track and 4 Inland. There are also 20 campsites with a water supply and toilets. All Coast Track huts and campsites must be booked all year round. Bookings can be made online or by post, fax, email, phone, or in person at some offices.
At Totaranui there is a campground with basic facilities; toilets and cold showers but no power. Bookings are required in summer. There is also an education centre accommodating 40.
Backpacker accommodation, motels and lodges are available in the towns near the park.
This is a standard campground in the Golden Bay area.
This is a 24-bunk hut located on the Abel Tasman Coast Track in the Motueka area.
This is a standard 12-bunk hut in the Golden Bay area.
This is a 26-bunk hut located on the Abel Tasman Coast Track in the Golden Bay area.
This is a 34-bunk hut located on the Abel Tasman Coast Track in the Motueka area.
This is a standard 8-bunk hut in the Motueka area.
This is a standard 4-bunk hut in the Golden Bay area.
This is a 20-bunk hut located on the Abel Tasman Coast Track in the Golden Bay area.
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Abel Tasman area history
Abel Tasman National Park factsheet (PDF, 186K)
General Policy for National Parks
Weather for Abel Tasman National Park - Nelson rural forecast
NZ weather
Abel Tasman National Park Management Plan fact sheet (PDF, 164K)
Stop the spread of didymo
Abel Tasman National Park pine control project 2011-2016
Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.
Follow the Outdoor Safety Code: 1. Plan your trip 2. Tell someone 3. Be aware of the weather 4. Know your limits 5. Take sufficient supplies
Safety