Abel Tasman National Park need to know information

The Track ...

• The Coast Track is 51km and is classified as a walking track and is classed and a grade 2 out of 5. So is suitable for most people.
• There are tidal crossings at Awaroa and Onetahuti, which can only be crossed within a few hours either side of low tide. Please check the tides times if you're going to be walking in these areas.(you can use the link at the bottom of this page which will connect you to the Department of Conservation website which has Low-tide times and information)
• The track takes an average of three to five days to complete.
• Visitors can walk into the park from either Marahau or Totaranui. Otherwise they can catch commercial water transport to beaches along the track or kayak along the coast.

Happy Campers

• Day walks are free.
• There are 8 huts located within the park, 4 along the Coastal Track and 4 on the inland track plus twenty one campsites.
• All huts and campsites must be booked before starting the walk. This can be done online via the Department of Conservation website.(use the link at the bottom of the page) There is a maximum two night stay in both huts and campsites throughout the year apart from the camping ground at Totaranui.
• The huts have bunks, mattresses, toilets, heating and water supply. If you are camping a tent and sleeping mattress is also necessary.
• The campsites all have running water with sinks and toilets. Larger ones also have cold showers
• There are no shops in the Abel Tasman National Park (apart from at Totaranui which is very limited) so you need to take in all the supplies you need to last for the length of time you'll be in the Park.
• In addition there is also a range of lodge accommodation in the Park

Survival !

• If you're going to be using the track system in the park for overnight trips make sure you are properly equipped and well prepared.
• Everyone needs to carry a sleeping bag, cooking utensils, sufficient high-energy food, a waterproof raincoat, and warm (wool or fleece) clothing.
• Firm footwear is recommended but boots are not necessary.
• Check for up-to-date information on weather and track conditions before starting your trip.
• All fires should only be lit in the fireplaces provided and extinguished properly afterwards. No openfires are allowed on the beaches as this only encourages people to dance around them and chant!
• The sandflies during the day and Mosquitos at night can be peskie so take some insect repellant. Also liberally apply sunscreen to help cope with the enormous amount of sunshine our region receives.
• We recommend you treat chemically or boil the water supply in the Abel Tasman National Park before drinking it. Just to be on the safe side. Day walkers should carry a bottle of water.
• Rubbish is to be taken out of the national park with you as there are no rubbish bins in the park apart from at Totaranui. Leave it as you found it is our motto.

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