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Bay of Islands, Northland

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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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484 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 10 of 17.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Makuri Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

1 Review

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South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Lake Opuha

Hayes Road

80%

1 Review

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No camping allowed between 23rd of Dec till second Monday of Jan. Max. 3 nights.

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Motu Rest Area, Gisborne

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

1 Review

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Certified self-contained vehicles only. Look for the sign for designated area. 3 nights maximum stay only.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Tayler Park Carpark, Eltham

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

1 Review

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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Government Gardens Thermal Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

79%

65 Reviews

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Limited free parking spaces for large campervans available in the Government Gardens opposite the Polynesian Spa, Hinemoa Street. The aim is to...

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Tongaporutu

Overnight Campervan Parking

79%

23 Reviews

 Details

Self-contained camping allowed for three days No non-self-contained vehicles and no tents

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Totara North, old dump site

Overnight Campervan Parking

79%

18 Reviews

 Details

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

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Hukuwai Reserve, Hukuwai Beach

79%

13 Reviews

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

South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Diamond Lake (Glenorchy)

Overnight Campervan Parking

79%

9 Reviews

 Details

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

North Beach Car Park

Freedom Camping

79%

9 Reviews

 Details

Freedom camping prohibited at weekends (7pm Fridays – 7pm Sundays) between 1 October and 1 May. At other times, freedom camping is allowed...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Te Corner, Ohaeawai

Overnight Campervan Parking

79%

8 Reviews

 Details

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

North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Tukino Mountain Road

Overnight Campervan Parking

79%

8 Reviews

 Details

Large gravel and sand area just off the Desert Road - State Highway 1. Stunning views of Mt Ruapehu on a clear day Very exposed to the weather...

Camping in Blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Barry Curtis Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

79%

7 Reviews

 Details

A maximum of ten freedom camping vehicles may stay overnight in the area A person wishing to stay overnight must – (1) use a certified self...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

One Tree Point

Boatramp Carpark, Overnight Campervan Parking

79%

4 Reviews

 Details

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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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

York Road, Riversdale

Overnight Campervan Parking

79%

4 Reviews

 Details

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

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Matua Saltmarsh

Overnight Campervan Parking

79%

3 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 ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Lakefront Carpark, Rotorua

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

42 Reviews

 Details

Self-Containment Warrant and Responsible Camper stickers must be displayed at all times on your vehicle. Please take your rubbish with you...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Danby Field

Overnight Freedom Parking

78%

26 Reviews

 Details

Maxiumum 2 nights. Self Contained Campers Only.

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Kumara Junction Cafe & Honey Centre

78%

23 Reviews

 Details

Camping with a Coffee!

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Albion Street Carpark, Hawera

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

7 Reviews

 Details

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Maraetotara Falls Reserve

Freedom Camping

78%

7 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Details

At the Maraetotara Falls Reserve, certified self-contained campervans and motorhomes can freedom camp for a maximum of two nights. Short bush...

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Everett Park Carparks

Everett Park Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

7 Reviews

 Details

Self Contained Vehicles

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Uretara Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

4 Reviews

 Details

Free camping at Uretara Domain in Katikati, NZ's mural town

North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Tangarakau Gorge

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

4 Reviews

 Details

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Hauraki District Council Carpark, Marshall Street, Paeroa

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

4 Reviews

 Details

Freedom camping is restricted to designated carparks and the directly adjacent grass area. 2 nights maximum Self-contained vehicles only...

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Shine Falls

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

3 Reviews

 Details

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Eketahuna Club

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

3 Reviews

 Details

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Waikane Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

2 Reviews

 Details

Overnight parking for up to 2 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum 1 nights at Park Ave in Waikane Park.

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Kaiti Beach

Freedom Camping

77%

23 Reviews

 Details

Freedom camping on a beach, super close to Gisborne City. For Self Contained vehicles only. Parks within painted blue lines 3 Nights Max...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Onewhero Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

18 Reviews

 Details

Stay for a maximum of two nights. Suitable for non self-contained vehicles.