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Freedom Camping Locations

Expect no facilities. Generally for self contained vehicles only.

A few unprepared freedom campers have affected Aotearoa, socially and environmentally. New Zealanders are very aware of this, and some now see freedom campers as a threat to the environment and our collective ability to enjoy it.

We don’t want you to be seen in this light. Please be respectful of the environment and the local people. These freedom camping tips will show the way.

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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

(Clive Ski Reserve)

Evers-Swindell Reserve

Freedom Camping

18 Reviews

Evers-Swindell Reserve (previously Clive Ski Reserve) on the Clive River is a designated free-camping area for certified self-contained motorhomes...

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Mercury Bay Council Area Office Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

14 Reviews

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of two consecutive nights, departure by 9am. Area only available for...

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Waimea Road Carpark

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Waimea Road Beach Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

10 Reviews

Overnight parking for up to 2 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum 1 night at Waimea Road Beach Carpark.

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Motukaraka Point Reserve

9 Reviews

There is a beautiful spot to park overnight at Motukaraka Point Reserve (Grays Road) on the northern side of the Pāuatahanui Inlet. The Motukaraka...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Bowentown Domain Formed Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

9 Reviews

There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period at this site. The 4 consecutive weeks begin from the first overnight stay.

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Motiti Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

Certified self-contained campervans can stay for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 2 vehicles per night, so it's first...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Motunau Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period at this site. The 4 consecutive weeks begin from the first overnight stay.

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Maitai Cricket Ground Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

Certified self-contained vehicles only Maximum 2 vehicles The area designated for camping is indicated by blue line making in the car park...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Springvale Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

Available to self-contained campervans only

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Dannevirke Services and Citizens Club

2 Reviews

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Marine Parade Carpark (opposite # 69)

Paraparaumu Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Beachfront carpark opposite number 69 Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach. Up to 2 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum of 1 night.

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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Blackball Dumpstation

1 Review

Recreation Reserve Town Belt South Blackball SC carpark for a gold coin donation on gravel area next to park

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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Moonlight Track Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Beach Road Reserve, Whangamata

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

Beautiful spot right by the water for Self Contained Vehicles only. Parking on the grass area on the right-hand side of the entrance opposite...

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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Firmin Lodge

Kawerau, Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Onerahi Sportspark

1 Review

Open 18 Dec until Auckland/Northland Anniversary Weekend

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North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Evans Bay Marina Carpark

Wellington, Overnight Campervan Parking

130 Reviews

THIS CAMPSITE WILL BE CLOSED ON THE NIGHT OF THE 17TH OF FEB 2024 DUE TO ROUND THE BAYS. IF YOU PARK HERE ON THE 17TH YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO...

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Wairau Diversion is a worth a diversion.

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Wairau Diversion Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

70 Reviews

Overnight Freedom Camping on the coast at Wairau Diversion Reserve. Great fishing and white-baiting spot. Good surfing too when there's an easterly...

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North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Huka/Aratiatia Rapids Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

57 Reviews

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Caroline Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

51 Reviews

This is a great place for the self-contained gang to stay for the evening. You can park up very close to the beach, just on the edge of the CBD...

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Winchester Bridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

27 Reviews

This is a Timaru District Council designated self-contained freedom camping spot - you can stay here for up to 14 days. Please respect the freedom...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Timona Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

26 Reviews

Large open park beside the river.

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Memorial Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

20 Reviews

Certified, self-contained campervans can stay up to 2 nights in the internal carpark next to fountain. There's a maximum of six vehicles per night...

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South Island ▷ Kaikoura Region ▷

South End Railway Station Carpark, Kaikoura

Overnight Campervan Parking

20 Reviews

- Camping for free in a certified self-contained vehicle is allowed for a maximum of 1 night in any four week period. - Vehicles must park within...

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Owaka

Overnight Camping Parking

18 Reviews

Self-Contained: Self-contained vehicles only Toilets: No Booking not required: First come, first served, 8 sites. Maximum Stay Duration...

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North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Makorori Carpark, Gisborne

Overnight Campervan Parking

17 Reviews

Certified self-contained vehicles only. Parks within painted blue lines. 3 nights maximum stay only.

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

West Oxford Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

13 Reviews

Freedom campers are asked to assist by: - removing all rubbish, solid or liquid waste from the camping site when leaving - disposing of rubbish...

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Valonia Reserve, New Windsor

Overnight Campervan Parking

11 Reviews

A maximum of four freedom camping vehicles may stay overnight in the area A person wishing to stay overnight must – (1) use a certified self...

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Tui Terrace and Wharf Road, Tairua

Overnight Freedom Parking

11 Reviews

Maxiumum 2 parks for 2 nights. Self Contained Campers Only.

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Woollams Avenue

Overnight Campervan Parking

10 Reviews

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of two consecutive nights, departure by 9am. Park only between the...

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