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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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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Lake Moananui Carpark North

Overnight Campervan Parking

1.2 1 review

Certified Self Contained Vehicles only Maximum 2-night stay in any calendar month Parking is permitted between 6pm - 8am

North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Southern Access Corridor

Kaimanawa Forest Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

1.2 1 review

Restrictions are: 1. Self Contained only 2. Duration of stay no more than 4 consecutive nights in any one calendar month. So, as long...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Mangakino

Waipapa Hydro Dam - Overnight Campervan Parking

1.2 1 review

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Menzies Ford Reserve

Overnight Freedom Camping

1.2 1 review

Large open scenic camping.

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Kruger Street, Balfour

Overnight Campervan Parking

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 ▷ Taranaki ▷

Hurst Park (Railway Reserve), Opunake

Overnight Campervan Parking

On the old railway entrance only.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Manaia Domain Carpark, Manaia

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Bridger Park Carpark, Eltham

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Tuke Street Reserve, Normanby

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Glen Nui Reserve, Lake Rotorangi

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Pukekino Landing, Lake Rotorangi

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Turuturu Road Soccer Grounds Carpark, Hawera

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

TSB Hub, Hawera

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Stafford Street Pool Reserve, Patea

Overnight Campervan Parking

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