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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 11 of 17.

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Lake Argyle

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

16 Reviews

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A very popular fishing spot. This quiet campsite is right on the southern tip of the lake nestled in amongst trees. There are a few picnic tables...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Two Ponga Park, Okaihau

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

15 Reviews

 Details

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

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Whangarei Falls Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

14 Reviews

 Details

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

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Naval Point Freedom Camping Area

77%

8 Reviews

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Certified self-contained campervans can stay for up to two nights in any 30 day period in the signposted freedom camping area. Camping is now...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Taylor Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

8 Reviews

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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 ▷

Carlton Street Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

7 Reviews

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Certified self-contained vehicles only, maximum of six vehicles per night. No more than two nights per calendar month.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Mangaoraka Carpark

Egmont National Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

6 Reviews

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Small carpark, surrounded by trees and a great grassy area with picnic tables. There's a 30 minute loop track nearby - a bonus in the morning...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Ngunguru Library

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

5 Reviews

 Details

Freedom Camping

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Gladstone Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

5 Reviews

 Details

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Broadpark, Waimairi Beach

Freedom Camping

77%

4 Reviews

 Details

Certified self-contained camping vehicles only. Must move to a new location after two nights. Max stay of four nights in any 30 days in the City...

Not Operating

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Tye Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

3 Reviews

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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 ▷ Taranaki ▷

Halse Place, Opunake

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

3 Reviews

 Details

Between Heaphy and Longfellow Roads, opposite the Opunake Recreation Grounds. Maximum of 12 vehicles.

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Ayr Street, Limehills

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

2 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.

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Thomas Burns Street Carpark, Dunedin

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

29 Reviews

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Thomas Burns Street car park will be closed to freedom campers from 6pm, Friday 9 February until 11:30pm, Saturday 10 February 2024 for Chinese...

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South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Wynen Street carpark

Blenheim - Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

21 Reviews

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Freedom Camping in Central Blenheim. Max 5 Campers.

North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Lake Ōkaro Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

19 Reviews

 Details

This reserve can be accessed from Waimangu Road. This lake is an important wildlife habitat for water birds such as the grey teal, paradise shelduck...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Awanui Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

18 Reviews

 Details

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

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Arundel Bridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

11 Reviews

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This is a Timaru District Council designated overnight camping spot for self-contained people only. Right on the edge of the river just off the...

Lucy's Gully - Camping under the trees.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Upper Lucys Gully Carpark

Egmont National Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

9 Reviews

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It's a tight driveway up, suited to smaller vehicles. But Lucy's Gully has a couple of nice camping spots beneath the trees.

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Lake Elterwater

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

8 Reviews

 Details

Camping in the rest area along side Lake Elterwater just north of the small township of Ward. This is a designated council camping spot. Lake...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Gordon Spratt Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

8 Reviews

 Details

Certified self-contained campervans can stay between Sunday and Thursday for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 6 vehicles...

Overnight Parking in the purple marked areas only.

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Trafalgar Park, Haven Foreshore

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

7 Reviews

 Details

Certified self-contained vehicles only Maximum 4 vehicles The area designated for camping is indicated by blue line making in the car park...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Milford Lagoon

Freedom Camping

76%

6 Reviews

 Details

We have some of the most beautiful camping sites in the country and invite all visitors and locals to camp responsibly and enjoy the best of...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Park Road, Maketu

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

6 Reviews

 Details

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

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Waitoko Stream Esplanade (Grahams Creek), Tairua

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

5 Reviews

 Details

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of two consecutive nights, departure by 9am. Park only between the...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Paengaroa Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

5 Reviews

 Details

Campers and motorhomes with self-contained certification can park up at the Paengaroa Domain

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Maxwells Road Esplanade

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

4 Reviews

 Details

Certified self-contained campervans for up to 2 nights per calendar month at the Ngatai Road end. Nab your spot early - only 2 vehicles per night...

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Salford Street

Edendale, Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

3 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 ▷ Northland ▷

Onepoto Esplanade Reserve

76%

3 Reviews

 Details

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...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Hinds River Scenic Reserve

Mayfield - Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

3 Reviews

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The Ashburton District Council provides this service for self-contained free camping - to be found along the Inland Scenic Route. Choice guys...