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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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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Matahi Spit, Lake Rotomā

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Matahi Spit (Scenic Reserve) can be accessed via State Highway 30. It is an approximately 30 minute drive from Rotorua central city. There is...

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

McCulloughs Bridge, Waikakahi Valley Road, Arno

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Freedom campers must have self-contained units (toilet, shower and grey water storage) The Council asks that all independent overnight campers...

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Edendale

Overnight Camping

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Certified self-contained vehicle only You may stay up to seven days in any 30 day period Camping in tents, cars, and vehicles...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Atiu Creek Camping Ground

Atiu Creek Regional Park

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From the main car park, take the metal road past the toilet block, following the directional signs for the next 3.1km to the campground. You...

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Hurst Park (Railway Reserve), Opunake

Overnight Campervan Parking

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On the old railway entrance only.

Rangiwahia Overnight Parking

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Rangiwahia Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Self contained campervans can stay for up to 2 nights at Rangiwahia Domain.

Parking in green area

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Duxfield Reserve, Putaruru

Overnight Campervan Parking

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

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Bridger Park Carpark, Eltham

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

TSB Hub, Hawera

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Turuturu Road Soccer Grounds Carpark, Hawera

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Bedford Street/Egmont Street Reserve, Patea

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Menzies Ford - Access Road

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Menzies Ford Reserve

Overnight Freedom Camping

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Large open scenic camping.

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Showfields Equestrian, Hampton Downs

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Opunake Recreation Ground Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Western carpark area only

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Glen Nui Reserve, Lake Rotorangi

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Kokotau Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Stafford Street Pool Reserve, Patea

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Pataua North, Whangarei

Freedom Camping

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This site is a suggested site only, meaning that it is not prohibited under the bylaw but also not designated. Consider this an off-road overnight...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Mount Greens

Freedom Camping

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Must fit within the confines of a marked and formed parking space from 7am to 8pm. Between the hours of 8pm to 7am vehicles must be parked within...

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Tuke Street Reserve, Normanby

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Manaia Domain Carpark, Manaia

Overnight Campervan Parking

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The gravel park up spot

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Nightcaps Overnight Campervan Parking

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Overnight freedom camping is permitted by the council in the Southland town of Nightcaps. Kick back and enjoy a bit of real, live, Kiwi small...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Hauraki District Council carpark, off Mueller Street and Haszard Street, Waihi

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Freedom camping is restricted to designated carparks. 2 nights maximum Self-contained vehicles only

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Milltown Road, Kaniere

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Carparking area suitable for 5 or 6 vehicles. This site is on Milltown Rd and about 200 metres over the Arahura River bridge. There is a carpark...

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

York Street Picnic Area, Patea

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Victoria Avenue

Overnight Campervan Parking

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If you are not in a self-contained campervan you may still camp here

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Pukekino Landing, Lake Rotorangi

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Tikipunga Sports Park

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Camping permitted from 18 December to Northland/Auckland Anniversary day, each year. Self-contained camping in designated sites or marked...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Paeroa (Maritime Park)

Overnight Campervan Parking

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South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Skippers, Mount / Mt Aurum Recreation Reserve

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