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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 13 of 17.

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Rora Street North

Freedom Camping

74%

4 Reviews

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Self contained vehicles only. No tenting. 2 spaces & toilets on 29/35 Rora Street Te Kuiti opposite The Warehouse.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waihi Memorial RSA

Overnight Campervan Parking

74%

4 Reviews

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Parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Western Springs Reserve Carpark

Overnight Campervan parking

74%

2 Reviews

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Carpark is Opposite Western Springs Reserve A maximum of five freedom camping vehicles may stay overnight in the area A person wishing to...

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Valley Road Lookout

Overnight Campervan Parking

74%

2 Reviews

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Self-contained campervans can stay here for a maximum of 2 nights per calendar month. - Panoramic views of the Pohangina Valley - 5 minutes...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Pemberton Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

74%

2 Reviews

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

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Alexander Bluff Road Reserve, Ngatimoti

Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

15 Reviews

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Maximum 40 vehicles allowed Self contained vehicles only

Dunsdale Recreation Reserve

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Dunsdale Recreation Reserve and camping area

Hedgehope

73%

13 Reviews

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Closed between May - September every year. Freedom campers are permitted to stay for up to three days at Dunsdale Recreation Reserve, inland...

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North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Te Kaha Recreation Reserve, Maraetai Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

7 Reviews

 Details

Beautiful waterfront location. Te Kaha is 74km east of Ōpōtiki with space for up to 10 campers. Self Contained vehicles can stay maximum of 3...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Cornwallis Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

7 Reviews

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A maximum of 5 Self contained campervans can stay up to 1 night in summer (daylight saving), 3 nights in winter (non-daylight saving). $16 per...

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Wakatu Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

7 Reviews

 Details

Certified self-contained vehicles only. Maximum 20 vehicles. The area designated for camping is indicated by blue line making in the car...

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

War Memorial Park, Wairoa

Freedom Camping Site

73%

5 Reviews

 Details
Overnight parking area.

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Pakowhai Country Park

Freedom Camping

73%

5 Reviews

 Details

Courtesy of the Hastings District Council, certified self-contained campervans and motorhomes can stay up to two nights here. Situated by the...

Overnight parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Church Hill Carpark, Warkworth

Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

5 Reviews

 Details

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...

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Taupo Quay

Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

3 Reviews

 Details

Available to self-contained campervans only

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North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Pillars of Hercules Carpark

Kaimanawa Park Forest - Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

2 Reviews

 Details

North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Dominion Road Carpark

Tongariro Conservation Area - Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

2 Reviews

 Details

Four nights maximum in a single calendar month.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Victoria Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

2 Reviews

 Details

Self-contained campervans can stay here for up to 2 nights per calendar month.

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Turata Reserve, Kihikihi

Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

1 Review

 Details

Self Contained camping: up to two consecutive nights stay permitted Access via Havelock Street

North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Umukarikari Carpark

Kaimanawa Forest Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

1 Review

 Details

A beautiful, small area surrounded by large native trees. It is at the start of the tramping track. There is room for 2-3 vehicles max.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Babbage Place

Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

1 Review

 Details

Available to self-contained campervans only

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Graham Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

1 Review

 Details

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 ▷ Northland ▷

Hatea East Carpark

73%

1 Review

 Details

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

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Potaema Carpark

Egmont National Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

73%

1 Review

 Details

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Porritt Stadium, Hamilton

Overnight Campervan Parking

72%

12 Reviews

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Freedom camping in vehicles is available 365 days a year in certified self-contained vehicles at Porritt Stadium in the designated area of the...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Tarewa isite

Overnight Campervan Parking

72%

11 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...

Overnight parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Hingaia Reserve, Papakura

Overnight Campervan Parking

72%

7 Reviews

 Details

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...

South Island ▷ Kaikoura Region ▷

Scarborough Street Reserve, Kaikoura

Overnight Campervan Parking

72%

2 Reviews

 Details

- Camping for free in a certified self-contained vehicle is allowed for a maximum of 1 night in any four week period. - Vehicles must park within...

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Aparima Bridge Reserve

Thornbury - freedom camping area

72%

2 Reviews

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Camping is allowed for up to 28 days at the Aparima Bridge Reserve in Thornbury, Southland. Thornbury is a small settlement about 10 minutes north...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Marine Parade Laybys

City Coastal Freedom Camping Restricted Zone

71%

4 Reviews

 Details

Certified self-contained campervans

South Island ▷ Kaikoura Region ▷

Cheviot Community Library

71%

3 Reviews

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