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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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29 items with the highest ranking score first

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Bartlett's Ford Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

92%

5 Reviews

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Bartletts Ford is a 0.6250ha reserve with the river running alongside. It is popular for casual summer recreation with river access, swimming...

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Tararua Club, Pahiatua

Overnight Campervan Parking

91%

2 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Pahiatua Golf Club

Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

5 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Matthews Park, Norsewood

Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

4 Reviews

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$5 per person, self contained vehicles only, max 2 nights

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Whanganui East Club

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

2 Reviews

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Available to self-contained campervans only

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Springvale Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

87%

7 Reviews

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Available to self-contained campervans only

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Dannevirke Services and Citizens Club

87%

2 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Timona Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

86%

26 Reviews

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Large open park beside the river.

Almadale Reserve

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Almadale Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

86%

5 Reviews

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Secluded freedom camping, scenic walks.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Woodville Ferry Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

82%

21 Reviews

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Innercity campervan overnight parking on Campbell Street

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

82 Campbell Street, Palmerston North

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

9 Reviews

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Free Inner city parking for your motorhome. Close to services, cafe's, theatre and more.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Dannevirke Town Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

2 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Ngapaeruru Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

2 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

London's Ford Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

2 Reviews

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Londons Ford is a 2.428ha reserve and is the site of a former river ferry. It has river access for swimming and a flat, open, grassed area. Mature...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Makuri Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

1 Review

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Railway Land Overnight Parking

74%

7 Reviews

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City Overnight Parking

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Valley Road Lookout

Overnight Campervan Parking

74%

2 Reviews

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Self-contained campervans can stay here for a maximum of 2 nights per calendar month. - Panoramic views of the Pohangina Valley - 5 minutes...

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Taupo Quay

Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

3 Reviews

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Available to self-contained campervans only

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Victoria Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

2 Reviews

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Self-contained campervans can stay here for up to 2 nights per calendar month.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Babbage Place

Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

1 Review

 Details

Available to self-contained campervans only

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Saint Hill Street

Overnight Campervan Parking

67%

2 Reviews

 Details

If you are not in a self-contained campervan you may still camp here

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Moutoa Quay

Overnight Campervan Parking

66%

5 Reviews

 Details

Available to self-contained campervans only. This site is not available on Fridays.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Victoria Avenue

Overnight Campervan Parking

no Reviews

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If you are not in a self-contained campervan you may still camp here

Menzies Ford - Access Road

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Menzies Ford Reserve

Overnight Freedom Camping

no Reviews

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Large open scenic camping.

Rangiwahia Overnight Parking

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Rangiwahia Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Self contained campervans can stay for up to 2 nights at Rangiwahia Domain.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Club Hotel Pahiatua

Overnight Campervan Parking

no Reviews

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Tutaenui Reservoir Public Reserve

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2 campers per night. Stay max. 3 nights per month. Dogs allowed Great range of tracks, boardwalks and bushwalks. 4 km walk around lakes...

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Tamaki West Campsite

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

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Te Rehunga Hall

Overnight Campervan Parking

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