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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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38 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 2 of 2.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Aotea Rotary Park, Waverley

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 Reviews

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

McLeans Recreation Area and Overnight Campervan Parking

Woodstock

26 Reviews

10 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Large area, very sheltered with loads of space underneath the trees for camping and positioned right next to the Motueka River. Good swimming...

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North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Hukuwai Reserve, Hukuwai Beach

13 Reviews

Analysis

Spectacular Hukuwai Beach is 3km east of Opotiki, off SH35. The designated camping area is small, tucked between regenerating coastal bush and...

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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Lake Ōkaro Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

20 Reviews

Analysis

This reserve can be accessed from Waimangu Road. This lake is an important wildlife habitat for water birds such as the grey teal, paradise shelduck...

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