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Kerosene Creek, Rotorua

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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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The reservoir below

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Cobb River Campsite

95%

18 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

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A long and windy road up alongside the Takaka River (good swimming holes can be found) to the hydro power station. From there the road leads up...

Chill out at the Coldwater Stream Campsite

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Coldwater Stream Campsite

Rainbow Valley

92%

2 Reviews

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A basic campsite accessible to 4WD and mountain bikes. The toll road from St Arnaud and Coldwater Stream is open from Boxing Day through until...

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Anatori Beach

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Anatori River Camping Ground

83%

12 Reviews

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Absolutely Stunning West Coast Freedom Camp