Who was Bob?
The bay is said to be named after 'Bob the Fisherman', but there the story ends. No doubt Bob was similar to many local fisherpeople who keenly frequent these shores. Until 1955 when the Rotary Club cut an extension to one of the Domain tracks, Bob's Bay could only be accessed by boat or along the shore at low tide. It has always been a popular swimming spot.
Park at Picton Marina carpark and take the walkway past the new boat club. Alternatively park at the Victoria Domain, (there is limited space at the top track entry point for about three vehicles) and walk down. This method is not recommended after a period of rain as the track is steep and can be slippery.
Walkway follows the coastline and takes about 30 minutes on well defined path. Some unguarded path edges make it unsuitable for young children. Micro container (Pill bottle in a camouflaged pill bottle).
UPDATE 24MAY2025: This cache has been muggled again so has been replaced in a different format in a different location.
It has recently come to my attention that this cache is the second oldest in Marlborough. Refer to Sidewaze' Challenge cache 10 of 20 Oldies Challenge (Marlborough) (GCB5EWW). To claim this cache you need to have found 10 of the 20 oldest caches in Marlborough, there is a list of them for your reference on the cache page, along with a challenge checker. Because of this, I will do my utmost to ensure this cache is always maintained and will not consider archiving it. If you cannot find this cache, please log a DNF so I can address the problem asap.
B.Y.O.P