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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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482 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 11 of 17.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Uretara Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

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

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Shine Falls

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Waikane Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

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

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Babbage Place

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

Available to self-contained campervans only

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Danby Field

Overnight Freedom Parking

77%

27 Reviews

 Analysis

Maxiumum 2 nights. Self Contained Campers Only.

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Kaiti Beach

Freedom Camping

77%

23 Reviews

 Analysis

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

 Analysis

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

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Lake Argyle

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

16 Reviews

 Analysis

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 ▷ Waikato ▷

Pohlen Park freedom camping area

77%

12 Reviews

 Analysis

Campervans that have self-containment certification can camp at the Pohlen Park car park

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Taylor Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

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...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Naval Point Freedom Camping Area

77%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

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 ▷

Carlton Street Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

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

 Analysis

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 ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Gladstone Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

6 Reviews

 Analysis
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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Ngunguru Library

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom Camping

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Broadpark, Waimairi Beach

Freedom Camping

77%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

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 ▷ Taranaki ▷

Halse Place, Opunake

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

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

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Eketahuna Club

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Tye Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

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...

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Ayr Street, Limehills

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

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

 Analysis

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...

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Wynen Street carpark

Blenheim - Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

21 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom Camping in Central Blenheim. Max 5 Campers.

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Awanui Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

18 Reviews

 Analysis

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

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Whangarei Falls Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

14 Reviews

 Analysis

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 ▷

Arundel Bridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

11 Reviews

 Analysis

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

 Analysis

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

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Gordon Spratt Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

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...

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Lake Elterwater

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

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...

Overnight Parking in the purple marked areas only.

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Trafalgar Park, Haven Foreshore

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

7 Reviews

 Analysis

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

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Marine Parade Carpark (opposite # 54)

Paraparaumu Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

Beachfront carpark opposite number 54 Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach. Just 1 self contained campervan can stay a maximum of 1 night. First come...