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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 ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Pahiatua Golf Club

Overnight Campervan Parking

5 Reviews

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Snells Beach

Overnight Campervan Parking - Sunburst Avenue

3 Reviews

- No more than 5 vehicles allowed - Open 5pm to 10am - Maximum stay of 2 nights allowed - Must be self-contained - No tents allowed

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Paturau River Camping Ground

3 Reviews

No longer open for camping 190315 KW

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North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

National Army Museum

Overnight Campervan Parking

43 Reviews

Park at the back of the Museum in the last bay of the car park closest to the old Headquarters building - this location provides a bigger area...

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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Iveagh Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

37 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

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CERTIFIED SELF CONTAINED ONLY All freedom campers are limited to three nights in any one location and ten nights overall in any calendar month...

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South Island ▷ Kaikoura Region ▷

Jimmy Armers Beach, Kaikoura

Overnight Campervan Parking

34 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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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Hundertwasser Carpark, Kawakawa

Overnight Campervan Parking

23 Reviews

Stay the night next to the most famous toilets in Aotearoa! Sounds weird, but trust us. - Self-contained vehicles only - Four vehicle limit...

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South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Katiki Beach North Reserve Rest Stop

16 Reviews

The small reserve at the north end of Katiki beach is available for overnight parking for self-contained vans. There is room for large vans, but...

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Winton

Overnight Campervan Parking

15 Reviews

Self-contained vehicles only. Self-contained camping up to 7 nights in any 30 day period.

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Overnight parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Whisper Cove, Snells Beach

Overnight Campervan Parking

12 Reviews

A maximum of two 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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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Wakapuaka Reserve Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

11 Reviews

Certified self-contained vehicles only Maximum 3 vehicles Council enforces the vehicle limit under their Bylaw and a $200 infringement fine...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Mitchell Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 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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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Nokomai Road

Overnight Campervan Parking

3 Reviews

Situated on Nokomai Station, parking next to the river. 3rd Bridge on Nokomai Road, 25 minute drive down a gravel path. Self-Contained...

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Laurie Southwick Parade, Gulf Harbour

Freedom Camping

88 Reviews

- Open 5pm to 10am - Maximum stay of 2 nights allowed - Must be self-contained - No tents allowed

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Hanmer Field Base and Picnic Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

87 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

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Freedom camping available by the workshop. No camping in the picnic area by the office. The local Community Board lock the gate to this picnic...

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Waterfront Camping. Nice!

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Owhiro Bay Overnight Campervan Parking

76 Reviews

Beachfront Freedom Camping away from the city

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North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Garden Rd Carpark

Raumati Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

19 Reviews

This carpark is well situated being right on the beach and very close to local Raumati Village shops. Overnight parking for up to 3 self contained...

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Ocean Beach, South End, Pauanui

Overnight Campervan Parking

18 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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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Tangiora Avenue

Whangapoua, Overnight Campervan Parking

15 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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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Hauraki District Council Area Office Carpark, Orchard West Road, Ngatea

Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

The carpark area is behind the Council building. Freedom camping is restricted to designatedcarparks. Note: Freedom camping is not permitted on...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Whanganui East Club

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Available to self-contained campervans only

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Hayward Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Freedom camping area for self-contained campers at Hayward Park, Te Puke

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South Island ▷ Central Otago ▷

Lowburn Harbour

Overnight Campervan Parking

99 Reviews

7 Face-to-Face

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Self-contained campers only, 3 night stay maximum These camping areas are free for everyone to enjoy, if you follow some simple guidelines...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Ruakaka Beach Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

37 Reviews

Self Contained Campsite

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Waikanae River Mouth. Top freedom camping!

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Waikanae River Mouth

Overnight Campervan Parking

30 Reviews

Stay near a river estuary, with beach and river walk options. Overnight parking for up to 4 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum...

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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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