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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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479 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 3 of 16.

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Arapuni Landing

Lake Arapuni - Freedom Camping

92%

12 Reviews

 Analysis

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Cobden Beachfront, Greymouth

Overnight Campervan Parking

91%

99 Reviews

 Analysis

Self-contained vehicles only All freedom campers are limited to three nights in any one location and ten nights overall in any calendar month

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Ocean Beach Carpark, Whangarei

Overnight Campervan Parking

91%

31 Reviews

 Analysis

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...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Hauraki Rail Trail Terminus

East Coast Road, Kaiaua - Overnight Campervan Parking

91%

25 Reviews

 Analysis

The Hauraki Rail Trail terminus is just north of the Kaiaua township. Freedom camping is restricted to designated carparks. Self contained...

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Kimberley Reserve, Levin

Overnight Campervan Parking

91%

12 Reviews

 Analysis

- Camping is permitted 1 December - Easter Weekend, subject to availability - There is a toilet/changing block open during this period - A permit...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

McAlister Street Carpark Overnight Campervan Parking

91%

11 Reviews

 Analysis

Self-contained, 48 hours limit, 5 designated car park sites. Maximum possible motor vehicle length: 10 metres. Dog leash area.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Tanners Point Utility Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

91%

9 Reviews

 Analysis

Campervan and motorhome free camping spot at Tanners Reserve

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Alex McKenzie Arboretum, Otautau

Overnight Campervan Parking

91%

9 Reviews

 Analysis

The intrepid Southland explorer can camp for up to four nights at the Alex McKenzie Arboretum & picnic area just outside Otautau. This place...

South Island ▷ Wanaka Region ▷

Raspberry Flat Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

91%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

Raspberry Flat Carpark can be used for camping for self-contained campers only. There are toilets on site for the public to use while using...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Beach Road Reserve, Whangamata

Overnight Campervan Parking

91%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

Beautiful spot right by the water for Self Contained Vehicles only. Parking on the grass area on the right-hand side of the entrance opposite...

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Opunake Lake Carpark, Opunake

Overnight Campervan Parking

91%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Balls Clearing Roadend Carpark

Balls Clearing Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

91%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

This reserve is the best place in Hawke’s Bay to experience a lowland podocarp forest.

Go Mot!!

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Port Motueka Beach Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

95 Reviews

9 Face-to-Face

Analysis

What a score! This site is right next to the Salt Baths in Motueka, these baths are refilled every high tide and are a great place for a dip...

Waterfront Camping. Nice!

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Owhiro Bay Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

79 Reviews

 Analysis

Beachfront Freedom Camping away from the city

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Oparau Roadhouse and Bills Backpackers

90%

39 Reviews

8 Face-to-Face

Analysis

No Frills Freedom Camping

South Island ▷ Kaikoura Region ▷

Jimmy Armers Beach, Kaikoura

Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

37 Reviews

 Analysis

- 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 ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Katiki Beach North Reserve Rest Stop

90%

18 Reviews

 Analysis

The small reserve at the north end of Katiki beach is available for overnight parking for self-contained vans. There is room for large vans, but...

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Makorori Carpark, Gisborne

Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

18 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained vehicles only. Parks within painted blue lines. 3 nights maximum stay only.

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Wakapuaka Reserve Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

11 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained vehicles only Maximum 3 vehicles Council enforces the vehicle limit under their Bylaw and a $200 infringement fine...

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Midway Beach surf club car park

Freedom Camping

90%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom camping

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Middleton Bay Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

7 Reviews

 Analysis

Via Heaphy Road at the corner of Halse Place. Three designated parks at the northern end of the carpark.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Pahiatua Golf Club

Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Matthews Park, Norsewood

Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

$5 per person, self contained vehicles only, max 2 nights

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

McMillan Road Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

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.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Tararua Club, Pahiatua

Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Horahora Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

75 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

National Army Museum

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

43 Reviews

 Analysis

Park at the back of the Museum in the last bay of the car park closest to the old Headquarters building - this location provides a bigger area...

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Ocean View Reserve Carpark, Dunedin

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

41 Reviews

 Analysis

If you are in a vehicle then you are welcome here. Please make sure you adhere to the area permitted which is shown on the maps onsite and with...

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Iveagh Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

38 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

CERTIFIED SELF CONTAINED ONLY All freedom campers are limited to three nights in any one location and ten nights overall in any calendar month...

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Timona Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

28 Reviews

 Analysis

Large open park beside the river.