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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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South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Waikouaiti

Overnight Self Contained Campervan Parking

3 Reviews

Self-contained campervans only. Freedom camping is allowed everywhere in Dundedin City Council area, as long as (a) the vehicle is self-contained...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Lindemann Lookout Reserve Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Self-contained campervans/motorhomes/RVs can free camp at the Lindemann Road Lookout for up to 3 nights, thanks to the Western Bay of Plenty District...

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North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Fieldway

Waikanae Beach Carpark - Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Overnight parking for up to 2 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum 1 night.

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Vesey Stewart Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period at this site. The 4 consecutive weeks begin from the first overnight stay.

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Orari River Mouth

Overnight Campervan parking

2 Reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Ormond Drive

Self Contained Freedom Camping

1 Review

Self Contained Campers can stay on a choice of 10 or 11 grassy roadside areas, next to the sand dunes, adjoining the beach. Max 3 nights. No...

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Maruia Falls Carpark

Maruia Falls Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

25 Reviews

Restricted to self contained vehicles, for 4 nights maximum in a single calendar month, between 5 pm and 9 am the following day

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Buxton Square Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

13 Reviews

Certified self-contained vehicles only. Maximum 23 vehicles. The area designated for camping is indicated by blue line making in the car...

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Overnight Parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Cox's Bay Esplanade, Herne Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

12 Reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Kaiate Falls Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

11 Reviews

Self-contained freedom campers can stay at Kaiate Falls Scenic Reserve for up to three nights

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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Westshore Beach Reserve Carpark

Napier - Overnight Campervan Parking

9 Reviews

From as early as 2014, Council have received a large number of complaints each year from local residents about people using the site in breach...

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Motupipi Carpark

Takaka - Overnight Campervan Parking

9 Reviews

Freedom camping within Motupipi Car Park is restricted to certified self contained vehicles only. Self contained vehicles must park in the designated...

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Queen Elizabeth II Drive Gardens

Overnight Campervan Parking

6 Reviews

Certified self-contained vehicles only. Only certified self-contained vehicles can stay here in any of the available defined car parking areas...

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Maraetai Dressing Sheds Reserve

Overnight Parking

5 Reviews

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

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Overnight Parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Rodney Street Carpark, Wellsford

Overnight Campervan Parking

3 Reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Moore Park, Katikati

Overnight Campervan Parking

3 Reviews

There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period at this site. The 4 consecutive weeks begin from the first overnight stay.

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Wingate Reserve, Avondale

Overnight campervan Parking

2 Reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Landscape Road

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period at this site. The 4 consecutive weeks begin from the first overnight stay.

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Normanby Domain, Normanby

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waihi Beach Community Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period at this site. The 4 consecutive weeks begin from the first overnight stay.

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Parking in green area only

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Putaruru Town Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

Certified Self Contained vehicles only. Maximum of 2 night stay in a calendar month.

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Parking in outlined areas

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

South Waikato Sport and Events Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

Freedom camping is restricted to Self-Contained Vehicles only; Maximum of two consecutive nights in any calendar month; Freedom camping is restricted...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

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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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Marine Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

11 Reviews

There are 2 Marine Park Carparks. Marine park 1 - 8 Parks (available any time) Marine Park 2 - 3 parks (available any time) Certified...

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Rhodes Park Reserves

Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Railway Land Overnight Parking

7 Reviews

City Overnight Parking

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South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Blairich Reserve

Awatere Valley - Overnight Campervan Parking

6 Reviews

Blairich Reserve is located approximately 12 kilometres north and west of Seddon, adjacent to the Awatere Valley Road. No person may camp except...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

MacMillan Reserve

Katikati - Overnight Campervan Parking

6 Reviews

Campervans and motorhomes with self-containment certification can free camp for up to three nights at the MacMillan Reserve on the Katikati foreshore...

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Lee Street Carpark, Whitianga

Overnight Campervan Parking

5 Reviews

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of two consecutive nights, departure by 9am. Area only available for freedom...

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Thornbury Bridge Picnic Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 Reviews

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