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Covetrip / Beach / Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand

Bark Bay

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Bark Bay is at Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand in Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand.

Lagoon-backed golden beach on the Coast Track. Shore type: sand. Use the map and nearby stays on this page to plan access and overnight options.

CoveTrip lists verified coastal places with practical details for travellers comparing New Zealand beaches.

At a glance

Water temperature
13 °C
Sea state
Moderate
Waves
0.96 m
Shoreline
site.features.sand
Region
Abel Tasman National Park
Country
New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is Bark Bay?

Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand

Is it good for swimming?

Check local conditions and lifeguard advice; NZ beaches vary with surf and currents.

How do I find nearby hotels?

See the stays section on this page for properties within driving distance.

7-day forecast

20/09
14°
7°
Wind 34 km/h
UV index 6
21/09
16°
6°
Wind 22 km/h
UV index 6
22/09
15°
8°
Wind 25 km/h
UV index 6
23/09
12°
5°
Wind 13 km/h
UV index 5
24/09
13°
3°
Wind 9 km/h
UV index 6
25/09
13°
5°
Wind 11 km/h
UV index 6
26/09
14°
5°
Wind 32 km/h
UV index 1

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
18.5°
Feb
19.4°
Mar
18.7°
Apr
17.5°
May
15.5°
Jun
14.2°
Jul
12.8°
Aug
12.4°
Sep
13.2°
Oct
14.5°
Nov
16.6°
Dec
18.1°

Things to do nearby

Water taxi & coastal walk to Anchorage

Marahau, Parque Nacional Abel Tasman, Nova Zelândia

Places to stay nearby

The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar

Stay near Anchorage Beach
≈ see partner
3.3 km

Pukeko at Abel Tasman guest house

Stay near Anchorage Beach
≈ see partner
2.4 km

The Gatehouse

Stay near Anchorage Beach
≈ see partner
3.8 km

Ocean Sounds

Stay near Anchorage Beach
≈ see partner
3.1 km

Orinoco Country Retreat

Stay near Anchorage Beach
≈ see partner
2.2 km

Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman

Stay near Anchorage Beach
≈ see partner
705 m

Awaroa Lodge

Remote eco-lodge · restaurant, bar and pizzeria, 700 m from Awaroa Beach
≈ 176 $
700 m

Golden Bay Holiday Park

Stay near Anchorage Beach
≈ see partner
964 m

Blyth Apartment Kaiteriteri Abel Tasman Pet Friendly

Stay near Anchorage Beach
≈ see partner
975 m

River Terrace Cottage

Stay near Anchorage Beach
≈ see partner
1.6 km

Os 10 melhores hotéis de Marahau

Stay near Anchorage Beach
≈ see partner
2.6 km

Chalet Karaka

Stay near Anchorage Beach
≈ see partner
2.3 km

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Less than 30 minutes by car.

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