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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 ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

McMillan Road Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

97%

2 Reviews

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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.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

TECT Park – Freedom Camping Site

96%

45 Reviews

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CLOSED - 20 May 2024 for two weeks to undertake urgent maintenance. Tect Park is made up of 1650 hectares forest land administered by the Western...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Maraetotara Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

96%

20 Reviews

 Details

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Omokoroa Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

96%

5 Reviews

 Details

Freedom camping for campervans, motorhomes and RVs at Omokoroa Bay near Tauranga

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Puketoki Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

96%

2 Reviews

 Details

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.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waitui Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

95%

14 Reviews

 Details

Freedom camping at Waitui Reserve near Tauranga

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Tuapiro Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

95%

14 Reviews

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Tuapiro point

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Huharua Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

95%

5 Reviews

 Details

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Omokoroa

Cooney Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

95%

4 Reviews

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Freedom camping is allowed for campervans and motorhomes with self-containment certification at Cooney Reserve in Omokoroa, 15 minutes north of...

View of harbour from campsite

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Port Ohope Boat Ramp

Overnight Campervan Parking

94%

27 Reviews

 Details

This one is a goody

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Island View Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

94%

18 Reviews

 Details

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.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

West End Carpark, Whakatane

Overnight Campervan Parking

94%

13 Reviews

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Camping at West End car park is prohibited between the beginning of the third week of December and 31 March.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Dotterel Point Overnight Campervan Parking

Pukehina

93%

32 Reviews

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Freedom camping for self-contained campers at Dotterel Point in Puekehina

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Island View Esplanade Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

93%

15 Reviews

 Details

Free-camping at Island View Esplanade Reserve on Tuna Ave, Waihi Beach

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

McAlister Street Carpark Overnight Campervan Parking

92%

11 Reviews

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Self-contained, 48 hours limit, 5 designated car park sites. Maximum possible motor vehicle length: 10 metres. Dog leash area.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Tanners Point Utility Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

9 Reviews

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Campervan and motorhome free camping spot at Tanners Reserve

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Mitchell Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

4 Reviews

 Details

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...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Hayward Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

2 Reviews

 Details

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

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Bowentown Domain Formed Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

87%

9 Reviews

 Details

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.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Motiti Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

87%

8 Reviews

 Details

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...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Motunau Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

87%

8 Reviews

 Details

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.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Memorial Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

86%

20 Reviews

 Details

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...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Haiku Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

86%

5 Reviews

 Details

Overnight freedom camping for certified self-contained campervans/motorhome/RVs in Katikati

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Beach Road Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

85%

11 Reviews

 Details

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...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Brighton Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

85%

8 Reviews

 Details

Freedom Camping is prohibited from the third week of December to 10th February. There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Rotary Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

14 Reviews

 Details

Certified self-contained campervans can stay for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 3 vehicles per night, so it's first...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Stella Place

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

16 Reviews

 Details

Certified self-contained campervans can stay for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 3 vehicles per night, so it's first...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Donovan / Pioneer Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

5 Reviews

 Details

Freedom camping in Te Puke for self contained campers at Donovan Park

Fergusson Park. Right by the sea.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Fergusson Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

82%

12 Reviews

 Details

Certified self-contained campervans can stay between Sunday and Thursday for up to 2 nights per calendar month in the internal carpark of Fergusson...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waikareao Foreshore Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

82%

5 Reviews

 Details

Certified, self-contained campervans can stay up to 2 nights at Waikareao Foreshore Reserve. Maximum 3 vehicles per night, first-come, first-served...