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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 ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Pikowai Reserve Camping Ground

4.8 11 reviews

A popular seaside camping ground

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

(Lake Aniwhenua)

Lake Aniwaniwa

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.8 18 reviews

This is a freedom camping area on the Lake Aniwaniwa Reserve. Basic toilet and shower facilities and a cooking shelter are provided. The lake...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

McLaren Falls Camping Area

4.6 87 reviews

Lakeside camping near fantastic waterfall

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Sanctuary Campsite

Minginui Conservation Area

4.6 4 reviews

Very small campsite situated on the banks of the Minginui Stream. Please don't bring your dogs as Kiwi are nearby. Listen for them as you...

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