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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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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Dent Street parking Whangarei

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Has some campervan-size parks available

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Kruger Street, Balfour

Overnight Campervan Parking

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You may freedom camp in the designated area for a maximum of 7 nights in any 30 day period. You must be self-contained.

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Waikaia

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Lake Moananui Carpark North

Overnight Campervan Parking

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

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Menzies Ford Reserve

Overnight Freedom Camping

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Large open scenic camping.

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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.

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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...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Club Hotel Pahiatua

Overnight Campervan Parking

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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Kumara Carpark Freedom Camping

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Freedom camping permitted in SC vehicles only. You can stay up to 3 nights in a calendar month.

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Paeroa (Maritime Park)

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Te Popo School

Overnight Camping

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Old Te Popo school. Self Contained vehicles only.

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Hunter Estate Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

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A free camping area south of Katikati on SH2

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

502 Mackay Street, Thames

Overnight Campervan Parking

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3 marked spaces in the south-east corner of the car park opposite the entrance to the bowling club indicated by signs Time: 5pm to 8am Maximum...

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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

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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...

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North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Ohura

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Camping is allowed in the area adjacent to Tui Street between the Memorial Hall and the Mangaroa Stream. 1 Night stay in any calendar month.

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North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Te Ahiaua Reserve Freedom Camping

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Te Ahiaua (The Pipi Beds) is a wonderful freedom camping spot near the mouth of the Waiotahe river and close to the huge white sand sweep of Waiotahe...