Was full when we got there but saw a review saying an overflow car park owned by the council by the Sudima Hotel which can confirm is true (just a 30 second drive away).

No rangers so we were unclear as to whether it was an official freedom camping spot, but at least 8 campervans there. Only downfall is you’re about a 5-10 walk from a toilet, which locks overnight. In probably the nicest part of Rotorua near the Government gardens, and yes it does smell of sulphur.

Reviewed about 5 years ago

Ideal location and within walking distance of the town.

Toilets about a 2-3 minute walk, but a nice area to relax next to water. Would definitely recommend! Get there early as it was full by about 6 when we went.

Reviewed about 5 years ago