Basic Camping

Kerosene Creek, Rotorua

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AccommodationCamping Grounds

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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Okarito wilderness

South IslandWest Coast

An amazing place with a friendly vibe, there are lots of little alcoves to put your tent up in. Designated BBQ areas and a short walk to the beach...

Kina Beach

Kina Beach Reserve is an awesome spot next to the water. It is split into two: a day area, and a camping area. Works on a first come, first...

North IslandWairarapa

Cape Palliser

Ngawi Camping Area

Camp near the quirky settlement of Ngawi, within signposted areas for a maximum of 21 days.

North IslandCoromandel

Port Jackson Campsite

Northern Coromandel

Port Jackson Camping Ground is right at the northern tip of the Coromandel Peninsula right next to the beach. There are some old Maori sites nearby...

Beachside free camping at Te Paerahi Beach

South IslandCanterbury

The Waihi Gorge Camping Ground is a huge grassy area with lots of rocky outcrops creating a terraced area with a stream running through the middle...

South IslandCanterbury

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

North IslandWaikato

Descend down toward the recreation area. A grassy area with lots of space, on the banks of the Waikato River. Have you seen 'The Castle...

South IslandCanterbury

This place is very popular with climbers who hang out at Castle Hill. You can camp in a bunch of nooks and crannies. There are spots next to the...

Home Bay - Motutapu Island Recreation Reserve

North IslandAuckland Region

Home Bay, Motutapu Island Campsite

Hauraki Gulf Marine Park

Take the ferry to Rangitoto/Motutapu islands and stay at Home Bay, located right on the beach.

Siberia Camping Ground

South IslandNelson Region

Siberia Flat Campsite

Kahurangi National Park

DOC campsite, small fee, basic facilities

South IslandQueenstown Region

This is a scenic campsite in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area. This is a peaceful place beside a small lake.

Matata Camp Ground

North IslandBay of Plenty

A nice little coastal camping site that sits adjacent the the Matata wildlife reserve. A great option for non self contained vehicles. Fees...

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South IslandQueenstown Region

Sylvan Campsite

Glenorchy

The Sylvan Camping Ground is along side the Routeburn River and a great place to go fishing (Fly fishing only). You can do some good day walks...

Plenty of space on the lakefront.

North IslandHawkes Bay

A large, low cost camping area, for all vehicle types, on the foreshore of Lake Tutira. $5 per vehicle, per night. Pay online at the website...

North IslandNorthland

Puriri Bay (Whangaruru North Head) Campsite

Whangaruru North Head Scenic Reserve

Overlooking the mouth of Whangaruru Harbour, this campsite has sheltered waters for swimming and boating activities, and a series of interconnected...

Slab Hut Creek Camping Ground

South IslandWest Coast

This is a very popular picnicing area and campsite. It is situated in an old gold mining area, so you can try your luck at fossicking for the...

South IslandMarlborough

Elaine Bay Campsite

Tennyson Inlet

The Elaine Bay Camping Ground is right on the waterfront at Elaine Bay Recreation Reserve. A great place for fishing from the wharf and watersports...

Enter through the gates

South IslandCanterbury

The Pioneer Park Camping Ground is situated in a large open, sunny grassy area surrounded by trees. You can tuck into the trees if you need more...

North IslandWaikato

Small reserve along the Waikato river with boat access, playground and public toilet

Acheron Accommodation House

South IslandCanterbury

Acheron Accomodation House Campsite

Molesworth Station - Hanmer

Camp at the site of the former Acheron Accomodation House, once used as an overnight carriage stop. Gravel access. Not suitable for caravans...

South IslandWest Coast

Sanctuary Camping Ground

North IslandBay of Plenty

Sanctuary Campsite

Minginui Conservation Area

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...

Chill out at the Coldwater Stream Campsite

South IslandNelson Region

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...

South IslandWanaka Region

The Kidds Bush Reserve Camping Ground is super busy during the holidays an awesome spot with plenty of space to join on in with the locals...

North IslandNorthland

This is a scenic campsite in the Whangārei area. Camp behind the sand dunes of Uretiti Beach, a sandy surf beach.

Marfells Beach Recreation Reserve

South IslandMarlborough

Marfells Beach Campsite

Marfells Beach area

Beautiful campsite beside a gravel beach not far from Lake Grassmere. Enjoy the sea and sun, or walk along the beach at low tide to Cape Campbell...

South IslandWest Coast

Marble Hill Campsite

Springs Junction

A great campsite surrounded by bush and hills. Camp on the grassy flats, heaps of space to find your own area. There is a shelter you can duck...

North IslandWaikato

The Firth Tower Museum carpark allows overnight stopovers for a small fee. Un-powered sites $10 Powered Sites (6 available) - $15 Self...