Christian Dozzler
North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷ Taumarunui ▷
5.0/5
There is absolutely nothing wrong with this free spot.
Although, there is no indication that it actually is an official camp site. Picturesque trail head parking on the edge of the bush. Very rustic drop toilet. Extremely quiet except for nature sounds. It is small, but if everybody plays along, you could probably fit at least 4 small camper vans in there. I was alone that night. Would actually count this among my top 10 favorite free spots after 40+ years of van camping on 3 continents.
North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷ Taumarunui ▷
0.5/5
This spot is now the home of a brand-new cell phone tower with a permanently running diesel generator.
Does not qualify as an overnight camp site anymore.