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Camping with just the bare essentials in some of the most beautiful locations across NZ. Expect a non-flush toilet that's intermittently serviced. Anything more is a bonus.

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Te Arai Point

Overnight Campervan Parking

18 Reviews

Analysis

This is a Rodney District Council designated Overnight Campervan Parking Spot for self-contained vehicles. Max stay of two nights, please get...

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Firth Tower Overnight Camping

38 Reviews

Analysis

The Firth Tower Museum carpark allows overnight stopovers for a small fee. Un-powered sites $15 Powered Sites (6 available) - $20 Self...

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South Island ▷ Central Otago ▷

Waipiata Domain and Camping Area

9 Reviews

Analysis

Waipiata is situated on the Otago Central Rail Trail, 6km from Ranfurly and 30km from Hyde. This corner of the Maniototo Plains was once a thriving...

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Orton Bradley Park Camping

26 Reviews

Analysis

Orton Bradley Park provides camping for Self Contained Campervans for up to 15 vehicles. Facilities include treated drinking water, toilet facilities...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Otamarakau Beach Access

Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

Analysis

A private, beachside parking spot for self contained vehicles. There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period at this site...

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Ambury Park Camping Ground

Mangere

49 Reviews

Analysis

Ambury has basic, flat camping with toilets and drinking water nearby. Only 10 minutes drive from Auckland International Airport.

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

POP 48 Marsden

17 Reviews

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Waterfront central Paihia

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Ladyhawke Mobile Home Park

1 Review

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Camping NZ App

All the great camping sites on your iPhone™, iPad™ or Android™ phone or tablet. Avoid camping penalties using this council approved app. Featuring offline maps.