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Thanks to local councils and DOC, we're lucky to have some of the most pristine campsite locations in the world.

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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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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Tangimoana Motor Camp

91%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

Come and explore the west coast of the North Island, watch and admire our magical sunsets from the river bank.

Under the beech trees

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Butchers Flat Campsite

Wakamarina Valley

91%

7 Reviews

 Analysis

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...

Siberia Camping Ground

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Siberia Flat Campsite

Kahurangi National Park

91%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

DOC campsite, small fee, basic facilities

Mosquito Bay

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Mosquito Bay Campsite

Abel Tasman National Park

91%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

DOC campsite, small fee, basic facilities

Wow!

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Rakaia Gorge Camping Ground

90%

111 Reviews

16 Face-to-Face

Analysis

What a view!!! This place really takes the cake. This campsite is run by the Rakaia Gorge Society and is frequented by the more mature crowd who...

South Island ▷ Wanaka Region ▷

Kidds Bush Reserve Campsite

Lake Hawea

90%

104 Reviews

23 Face-to-Face

Analysis

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...

Kina Beach

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Kina Beach Reserve Camping Ground

90%

69 Reviews

16 Face-to-Face

Analysis

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...

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North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Henley Lake Freedom Camping

90%

41 Reviews

 Analysis

Easy access Freedom Camping in the Wairarapa.

Free wifi far north

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

(Kerikeri Caravan Park)

Wagon Wheel Holiday Park

90%

38 Reviews

 Analysis

Embark on an unforgettable Journey to the Far North and Discover the Beauty of Kerikeri and the Wonder of Northland New Zealand

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Orton Bradley Park Camping

90%

25 Reviews

 Analysis

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

Holdsworth Camping Ground - Tararua Forest Park

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Holdsworth Campsite

Masterton

90%

16 Reviews

 Analysis

A large campground at the end of a 15km sealed road. Lots of things to do including walks and river fishing / swimming.

Lake Taylor Camping Ground

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Lake Taylor Campsite

Lake Sumner Conservation Park

90%

9 Reviews

 Analysis

A beautiful area well worth the effort to get into over a pretty rough gravel road. You can find a little spot to call your own beside the lake...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Trestle View Campsite

Kauaeranga Valley

90%

8 Reviews

 Analysis
Acheron Accommodation House

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Acheron Accomodation House Campsite

Molesworth Station - Hanmer

90%

7 Reviews

 Analysis

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

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Barn Paddock Camping Area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Barn Paddock Camping Ground

Huia

90%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

A simple camspite in Auckland's Huia area.

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Dunback Domain Camping Ground

Stoneburn

90%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

$5 per night per person, under 15 years are free

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

White Horse Hill Campground

Hooker Valley - Aoraki/Mount / Mt Cook

89%

277 Reviews

92 Face-to-Face

Analysis

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

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Purakaunui Bay Campsite

Catlins Coast

89%

90 Reviews

35 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Camp on the coast, beautiful beach, vast grassy areas, seals, striking cliffs as well as a good surf beach.

Sunrise over Maitai Bay

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Maitai Bay Campsite

Karikari Peninsula

89%

75 Reviews

21 Face-to-Face

Analysis

DOC campsite, small fee, basic facilities

A cheeky view of the surf conditions

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Robin Hood Bay Campsite

Blenheim area

89%

61 Reviews

27 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Robin Hood Bay Camping Ground is a small, basic camping site which is free of charge! The bay itself is isolated, beautiful and one of the most...

Balmoral Reserve

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Balmoral Recreation Reserve Camping Ground

beside Hurunui River

89%

33 Reviews

6 Face-to-Face

Analysis

The Balmoral Recreation Reserve Camping Ground is administered by the Balmoral Recreation Area Charitable Trust and is located along Culverden...

Putangirua Pinnacles Camping Ground

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Putangirua Pinnacles Campsite

Cape Palliser, Aorangi Forest Park

89%

28 Reviews

 Analysis

Camp over the road from the beach, under the watchful eye of the Putangirua Pinnacles. An unforgettable place to spend the night.

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Otamarakau Beach Access

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

A private, beachside parking spot for self contained vehicles. There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period at this site...

Hot Water Beach Camping Ground

North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Hot Water Beach Campsite

Te Rata Bay

89%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

Now has access without boat via the Tarawera Trail which was opened in 2013.

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Catleys Campsite

Kauaeranga Valley

89%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Watering Cove Campsite

Abel Tasman National Park

89%

2 Reviews

 Analysis
One of the various camping areas

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

McLaren Falls Camping Area

88%

86 Reviews

34 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Lakeside camping near fantastic waterfall

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Lake Pearson (Moana Rua) Campsite

Arthur's Pass

88%

79 Reviews

16 Face-to-Face

Analysis

A basic camping area along side Lake Pearson very popular with bird watching and fishing. Camp nestled underneath the mature willow trees, a huge...

Bucks Road Camping Ground

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Bucks Road Campsite

Tararua Forest Park

88%

29 Reviews

 Analysis

Enjoy the picturesque campsite above the Tauherenikau River amongst regenerating bush. Camp at the roadend or walk approx 150 m along the track...

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Rarangi Campsite

Blenheim area

88%

29 Reviews

6 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Camp next to a beach. Fish, walk, picnic, surf or walk to Monkey Bay.

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