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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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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Cobb River Campsite

4.6 20 reviews

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...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Arohena Campsite

Arohena

4.6 18 reviews

This campsite on the western shores of Waikato River is perfect for swimming, picnicking, fishing and water sports.

Top toilet facilities near the lake edge

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

West Bay Campsite

4.6 13 reviews

The campsite is open from late November to the end of April.

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Mistletoe Flats Campsite

4.6 11 reviews

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...

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Ahaura Domain Camp

4.6 11 reviews

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Kenepuru Head Campsite

Kenepuru Sound

4.6 11 reviews

At the head of Kenepuru Sound. A narrow winding road to get there but its worth it!

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South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Butchers Flat Campsite

Wakamarina Valley

4.6 7 reviews

A camping site within old gold mining history, at the end of a long winding gravel road. There are plenty of places to camp out on the grass...

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Fishermans Bend campground

Lake Waitaki

4.6 6 reviews

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 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...

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Wai-iti Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.6 4 reviews

Self contained vehicles can stay for a maximum of two nights. You must contact the Tasman District Council and inform them of your vehcile details...

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Mosquito Bay Campsite

Abel Tasman National Park

4.6 2 reviews

DOC campsite, small fee, basic facilities

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

White Horse Hill Campground

Hooker Valley - Aoraki/Mount / Mt Cook

4.5 284 reviews

Camp beneath magnificent alpine scenery including Mt Sefton. Enjoy a variety of walks from the valley floor to mountain tops.

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Maitai Bay Campsite

Karikari Peninsula

4.5 76 reviews

DOC campsite, small fee, basic facilities

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Henley Lake Freedom Camping

4.5 44 reviews

Easy access Freedom Camping in the Wairarapa.

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