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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 ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Rangataua Road End Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

(Overnight Campervan Parking)

Te Puna Station Road Reserve

1 Review

Self-contained vehicles only. Maximum 3 night stay in any 4 week consecutive period (beginning on the first night).

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Overnight parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Wellsford Community Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

A maximum of five 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 ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Dartmoor Bridge Reserve

Freedom Camping

1 Review

Dartmoor Bridge Reserve, in the Dartmoor Valley about 30 minutes inland from Napier, is a designated free-camping area for certified self-contained...

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North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Waituhi Viewpoint

Pureora Forest - Overnight Campervan Parking

3 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Jubilee Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

5 Reviews

Campervans and motorhomes can freedom camp at Te Puke's Jubilee Park for up to 3 nights

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Apata Hall (Old Site)

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

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 ▷

Maketu Surf Club

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Freedom Camping is excluded from the conclusion of Labour Weekend through to the conclusion of the following Easter Weekend. There is a 3 night...

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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Matahi Spit, Lake Rotomā

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

Matahi Spit (Scenic Reserve) can be accessed via State Highway 30. It is an approximately 30 minute drive from Rotorua central city. There is...

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Mangakino

Waipapa Hydro Dam - Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

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North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Southern Access Corridor

Kaimanawa Forest Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

Restrictions are: 1. Self Contained only 2. Duration of stay no more than 4 consecutive nights in any one calendar month. So, as long...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Tamaki West Campsite

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Camp in a clearing in the forest near Tamaki West River.

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

McCaughan Street, Browns

Overnight Campervan Parking

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You may freedom camp in the designated area for a maximum of 7 nights in any 30 day period. You must be self-contained.

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Lumsden Dipton Highway, Dipton

Overnight Campervan Parking

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You may freedom camp in the designated area for a maximum of 7 nights in any 30 day period. You must be self-contained.

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Bridger Park Carpark, Eltham

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Manaia Domain Carpark, Manaia

Overnight Campervan Parking

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Wyndham

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Certified self-contained vehicle only Up to 7 nights in any 30 day period. Dogs must be on a leash in the freedom camping area...

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South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Red Bridge Reserve

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Red Bridge Reserve is for certified self-contained vehicles only. Maximum of 50 vehicles parking in the reserve only. Two-night stay only...

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Kruger Street, Balfour

Overnight Campervan Parking

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You may freedom camp in the designated area for a maximum of 7 nights in any 30 day period. You must be self-contained.

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Hurst Park (Railway Reserve), Opunake

Overnight Campervan Parking

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On the old railway entrance only.

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Hulme Street, Otautau

Overnight Campervan Parking

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You may freedom camp in the designated area for a maximum of 4 nights in any 30 day period. You must be self-contained.

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Tuke Street Reserve, Normanby

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Digglemann Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

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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 ▷

Maramatanga Park Tennis Courts

Overnight Campervan Parking

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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 ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Club Hotel Pahiatua

Overnight Campervan Parking

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Waikaia

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Centennial Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

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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 ▷ Taranaki ▷

Eltham Library

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Te Rehunga Hall

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Freedom camping allowed in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Waiuku Service Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

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A maximum of three 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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