Picton is a small seaside town where the Inter-Island Ferry from the North Island berths, and as such is a very popular stopover town for travellers. It is also the gateway to the numerous Islands that form the Picton Sounds. The Sounds offer numerous uninhabited beaches and are a wonderful area for boating, swimming, kayaking and diving.

Popular Activities within the Region: Boating/Water Skiing Sea Kayaking Fishing Bush Walking Sailing/Windsurfing Mountain Biking Quad Biking Dolphin Watch Diving

Popular Attractions within the Region: Picton Sounds Queen Charlotte walkway Eco-Tours Dolphin Watch Seahorse Aquarium Yacht Charters Wine Tours Scenic Flights

Picton is a popular place to be based for those with the time to enjoy the Picton Sounds or as a stopover for those catching or coming off the Inter-Island Ferries.
Within 2 hours: Nelson, Blenheim.

Motor Camp Accommodation Providers in Picton

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Alexanders Holiday Park Picton Ph: 64 3 573 6378 Mistletoe Bay Camping and Accommodation Picton Ph: 63 2 573 4048 Picton Campervan Park Picton Ph: 64 3 573 8875 Waikawa Bay Holiday Park Picton Ph: 64 3 573 7434

Alone Down The Icy Street Picton Ph: 64 3 573 7212 Parklands Marina Holiday Park Picton Ph: 64 3 573 6343 Picton Top 10 Holiday Park Picton Ph: 64 3 573 7212