Basic Camping

Kerosene Creek, Rotorua

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Basic Campsites

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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Stay with us, it's much cheaper! Our welcoming accommodation is conveniently situated just a short 17-minute drive from Blenheim, and the quaint...

Tiny

North IslandAuckland Region

Just 30 Minutes away from the Auckland airport, we (Katrin and Mick) are welcoming you to our property which has a great gravel driveway with...

South IslandFiordland

A beautiful and sheltered rural campsite, just outside the Te Anau Township!

North IslandCoromandel

This campsite on the Kauaeranga Kauri Trail is near the historic Dancing Camp kauri driving dam. The campsite has 4 raised platforms. Each...

Tiny

North IslandWaikato

It's pretty basic but there's a camping area next to Pahautea Hut and a shelter provided with water, sink, bench and table. There are seven...

Jacobs Bay Scenic Reserve

South IslandMarlborough

Jacobs Bay Campsite

Pelorus Sound

Boat access only

Kumutoto Bay Scenic Reserve

South IslandMarlborough

Kumutoto Bay Campsite

Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui area

A sheltered east facing bay with a short walk, boating, water skiing and fishing opportunities close by.

Ferndale Scenic Reserve

South IslandMarlborough

Ferndale

Kenepuru Sound

Boat access only

North IslandTairāwhiti Gisborne

Tiny

South IslandMarlborough

Sleep under the stars and wake up to the songs of Tui’s and Bell Birds. Tui’s Rest offers a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle of busy caravan...

North IslandNorthland

Basic site for self contained campers Aucklands only city camp site

Tiny

South IslandNelson Region

Enjoy views of Mt Arthur from a large paddock with established trees, alongside the Great Taste Cycle Trail. A short walk to the famous trout...

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North IslandAuckland Region

Walking accessed campsite in the Hunua Ranges

The Lakes

South IslandMount Cook - MacKenzie

Waitangi Campground

Lake Aviemore

The Waimate District Council looks after this campsite and for a small fee you can experience the goodness. Please register and pay on arrival...

North IslandAuckland Region

Te Muri Beach Camping Ground

Mahurangi Regional Park

Walking access only - 1.3km / 45 mins

North IslandTairāwhiti Gisborne

Turihaua Point

Overnight Campervan Parking

Temporarily Closed

Camping at Turihaua Point is closed...

North IslandAuckland Region

Lagoon Bay Camping Ground

Mahurangi Regional Park

Boat access only

North IslandAuckland Region

North IslandBay of Plenty

Tiny

North IslandTairāwhiti Gisborne

Linburn Farmstay

Overnight Campervan Parking

Schoolhouse Bay Camping Ground

South IslandMarlborough

Schoolhouse Bay Campsite

Queen Charlotte Sound

Boat,kayak, mountain bike or walking track access only

South IslandCanterbury

· Basic facility - Free camping · 5 sites · Water supply · Dogs ok · Vehicle access · Toilet

The main area (School House Flat) is closed during winter from Easter to Labour Weekend. This is a smaller camping area with 20 sites, located...

Not Operating

North IslandHawkes Bay

South IslandWest Coast