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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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Rest and relax in style in our double room with bathroom!

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Western Springs Road

99%

43 Reviews

 Analysis

We can accommodate 2 campervans and we offer a spacious dble room with private bathroom & private access. SC not required. Walk to Auckland...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Te Arai Point

Overnight Campervan Parking

99%

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...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Cable Bay Campsite

Urupukapuka Island

99%

6 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Situated on a pest free island, so please leave your rats at home! From Otehei Bay, turn right at the end of the wharf and follow the archaelogical...

Skippers township

South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Skippers Campsite

Queenstown

99%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

The Skippers township Camping Ground is a magical area. The drive out here is a bit of a trip, it is steep, narrow, windy, huge drops-offs and...

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

(Te tōpuni ki te Tāhuna o Kaiaua)

Kaiaua Beach

Freedom Camping

99%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

Camping at Kaiaua Beach is from 23 October - 30 April. You must have a permit before you set up camp. Apply for permit on the website link...

Urupukapuka Bay campsite

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Urupukapuka Bay Campsite

Urupukapuka Island

99%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

Boat access only

Motuihe Island Recreation Reserve

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Motuihe Island Campsite

Hauraki Gulf Marine Park

99%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom camping on pest free Motuihe Island in the Hauraki Gulf. Just a short boat ride from Auckland City.

North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Ruatiti Domain

98%

39 Reviews

 Analysis

This area has a number of toilet facilities, tap water and a number of BBQs. The water is taken from a spring located very high on the edge of...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Stony Bay Campsite

Northern Coromandel

98%

21 Reviews

10 Face-to-Face

Analysis

DOC campsite, small fee, basic facilities

Peel Forest, one of the many walkways

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Peel Forest Campground

Peel Forest Park Scenic Reserve

97%

34 Reviews

9 Face-to-Face

Analysis

The Peel Forest Camping Ground is a large campsite and bookings are required over the mid summer months. There are also several powered sites...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Te Haruhi Bay Camping Ground

Shakespear Regional Park

97%

25 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Te Haruhi Bay campsite is located at the tip of Whangaparaoa Peninsula. It's a stunning spot with a bit of character provided by its resident...

Lake Tennyson serenity

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Lake Tennyson Campsite

Molesworth Station

97%

15 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

Analysis

If you are keen to stay in the middle of isolation, Lake Tennyson will be your calling. A beautiful spot for walks, fishing, swimming and relaxing...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Sunset Ridge

97%

12 Reviews

 Analysis

Phone: 0210792827 Email: steveandkeryn@gmail.com We are on Google Maps as Sunset Ridge, feel free to check there to see more details and...

South Island ▷ Kaikoura Region ▷

Molesworth Cob Cottage Campsite

Camping, Molesworth Station

97%

10 Reviews

 Analysis

Camp near the original cob homestead built in 1885 close to the Molesworth Farm Park boundary

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Tuitonga Road Campsite

97%

7 Reviews

 Analysis

19 Tuitonga Road, Whatuwhiwhi, Karikari Peninsula Campsite has toilet and cold shower. Minimal water use, as they rely on rainwater. Power supply...

Walter Peak Campsite on the shore of Lake Wakatipu

South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Beach Point at Walter Peak Campsite

97%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

Camp on the shore of Lake Wakatipu at this boat or mountain bike accessible campsite.

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Madsen's Camp

Queen Charlotte Sound

97%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

Campsites with a view. $15 pp/per night

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Karamatura Valley Camping Ground

Huia

97%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

Walking accessed campsite near Huia, in the Waitakere area.

Harataonga Camping Ground

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Harataonga Campsite

Great Barrier Island/Aotea

97%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

Great Barrier Island

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Whatipu Lodge Campground

96%

24 Reviews

 Analysis

Camp near historic Whatipu lodge and breath in the history right near the furthest reaches of the mighty Manakau Harbour.

Drive on in

South Island ▷ Fiordland ▷

Totara Campsite

Milford Rd

96%

19 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

Analysis

A large sheltered campsite just off the main road and right next tor the river with easy access for large vehicles. It is nestled in amongst large...

Corner Creek Camping Ground

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Corner Creek Campsite

Rimutaka Forest Park

96%

14 Reviews

 Analysis

Stay in this gem of a spot at Ocean Beach. Raw, remote and exposed. Note - The access road includes stream fords that can flood in heavy rain.

Apiti Domain

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Apiti Domain

Overnight Camping

96%

7 Reviews

 Analysis

FREE campsite for non self-contained and self-contained. Maximum 3 night's stay per calendar month. 1min drive / 15min walk to small town...

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Totara Reserve Camping Ground

96%

7 Reviews

 Analysis

Totara Reserve camping grounds hide amongst native bush, hugging the crystal clear Pohangina River. - Two camping grounds - Large BBQ's...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Wainora Campsite

96%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

CAMP OPENS FRIDAY 25 OCTOBER

Blumine Island Camping Ground

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Blumine Island/Oruawairua Campsite

Queen Charlotte Sound

96%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

Boat / Sea kayak access only

Ngaruru Camping Ground as spotted from the sea.

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Ngaruru Bay campsite

Queen Charlotte Sound

96%

1 Review

 Analysis

Boat access only

Cannibal Cove Camping Ground

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Cannibal Cove Campsite

Queen Charlotte Sound

96%

1 Review

 Analysis

Boat access only

Temple Camping Ground

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Temple Campsite

Ruataniwha Conservation Park

96%

1 Review

 Analysis

Temple Camping Ground is a basic DOC campsite with 30 available tent sites. Located in beech forest north of Lake Ohau. A great location for tramping...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Totara Flat Campsite

Kauaeranga Valley

96%

1 Review

 Analysis