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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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Kowharewa Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

30 Reviews

Absolutely no tents are allowed

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Parua Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

31 Reviews

Beachside reserve with large flat grassy area and boat ramp access. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If...

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Ocean Beach Carpark, Whangarei

Overnight Campervan Parking

28 Reviews

ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED One night maximum. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If the site is full, you...

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Hundertwasser Carpark, Kawakawa

Overnight Campervan Parking

23 Reviews

Stay the night next to the most famous toilets in Aotearoa! Sounds weird, but trust us. - Self-contained vehicles only - Four vehicle limit...

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Wellingtons Bay, Main Reserve (Whangaumu Reserve)

Overnight Campervan Parking

19 Reviews

Closed to campers between 18 December and 8 February inclusive each year. Open to day trippers only during that period. ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS...

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Ruakaka Beach Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

36 Reviews

Self Contained Campsite

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Woolleys Bay, Western Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

18 Reviews

Closed to campers between 18 December and 8 February inclusive each year. Open to day trippers only during that period. One night maximum...

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Motukaraka Point Reserve

9 Reviews

There is a beautiful spot to park overnight at Motukaraka Point Reserve (Grays Road) on the northern side of the Pāuatahanui Inlet. The Motukaraka...

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Tamaterau

Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

One night maximum. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If the site is full, you must move on.

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Manaia Walkway, Whangarei

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED One night maximum. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If the site is full, you...

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Onerahi Sportspark

1 Review

Open 18 Dec until Auckland/Northland Anniversary Weekend

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Marsden Bay Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

23 Reviews

Carpark at the beachfront reserve. Park under the trees on the gravel and between the signs. ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED. One night maximum...

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Views along the coast with the port on the other side of the harbour.

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Reotahi

Overnight Campervan Parking

17 Reviews

Campervan and caravan parking within the gravel parking area. Views along the coast and over to the port. Short walk down to a nice beach for...

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AH Reed Memorial Park, Whareora Road Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

17 Reviews

ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED One night maximum. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If the site is full...

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Matapouri, Wehiwehi Road Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

10 Reviews

Closed to campers between 18 December and 8 February inclusive each year. Open to day trippers only during that period. One night maximum...

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Waipu Caves

Overnight Campervan Parking

35 Reviews

One night maximum. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If the site is full, you must move on.

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Mangonui Lions Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

36 Reviews

- Self-contained only - Three vehicle limit - Maximum stay of two consecutive nights

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Bascule Carpark, Whangarei

Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

Self-contained and non self- contained vehicles in designated site or marked parking spaces only 8 marked sites (4 for large, wide vans, 4...

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Totara North, old dump site

Overnight Campervan Parking

18 Reviews

- Self-contained only - Five vehicle limit - Maximum stay of two consecutive nights

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Te Corner, Ohaeawai

Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

On the corner of State Highway 1 and Hobson Street, Ohaeawai. - Self-contained only - Four vehicle limit - Maximum stay of two consecutive...

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One Tree Point

Boatramp Carpark, Overnight Campervan Parking

4 Reviews

ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED One night maximum. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If the site is full, you...

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Two Ponga Park, Okaihau

Overnight Campervan Parking

15 Reviews

- Self-contained only - Two vehicle limit - Maximum stay of two consecutive nights

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Whangarei Falls Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

14 Reviews

ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED One night maximum. Vehicles must be self contained. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by...

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Ngunguru Library

Overnight Campervan Parking

5 Reviews

Freedom Camping

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Awanui Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

18 Reviews

- Self-contained only - Six vehicle limit - Maximum stay of two consecutive nights

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Onepoto Esplanade Reserve

3 Reviews

Wake up and watch the sunrise out east at Porirua Harbour, Titahi Bay. Space is limited to three motorhomes a night and stays are restricted to...

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Onerahi Beach Road Reserve

Overnight CampervanParking

12 Reviews

ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED One night maximum. Vehicles must be self contained. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by...

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Hatea East Carpark

1 Review

SELF CONTAINED CAMPERVANS AND CARAVANS ONLY 1 Night maximum Camping restricted to the hours between 6pm and 8am. NO TENTS ALLOWED

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Tarewa isite

Overnight Campervan Parking

11 Reviews

ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED One night maximum You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage If the site is full, you...

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Bradeys Bay Park

1 Review

You can park overnight at Bradeys Bay Park around Paremata Road, giving you uninterrupted views of the inlet. The park has space for 3 motorhome...

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