Freedom Camping

Bay of Islands, Northland

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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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Harwood Domain

Freedom Camping

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An unofficial freedom camping spot with toilets by the sports fields. Right on the beach.

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...

Freedom campers must have self-contained units (toilet, shower and grey water storage) The Council asks that all independent overnight campers...

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Brighton Domain

Overnight Self-contained Campervan Parking

Brighton Domain is open only to self-contained campers, and they can stay a maximum of 2 days there, out by 8.30am.

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Thomas Burns Street Carpark, Dunedin

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Waikouaiti

Overnight Self Contained Campervan Parking

Self-contained campervans only. Freedom camping is allowed everywhere in Dundedin City Council area, as long as (a) the vehicle is self-contained...

South IslandCoastal Otago

This free campground offers toilets. It is accessible to RVs and caravans. Camping in tents is not permitted. You must be fully self-contained...