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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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487 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 4 of 17.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Omokoroa

Cooney Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

90%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom camping is allowed for campervans and motorhomes with self-containment certification at Cooney Reserve in Omokoroa, 15 minutes north of...

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 ▷ Waikato ▷

Te Kauwhata Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

68 Reviews

 Analysis

Stay for a maximum of three nights. Suitable for non self-contained vehicles to stay here.

South Island ▷ Central Otago ▷

Lake Dunstan / Bendigo

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

47 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

These camping areas are free for everyone to enjoy, if they follow some simple guidelines. These include: not lighting fires using the rubbish...

North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

National Army Museum

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

45 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%

43 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 ▷ Kaikoura Region ▷

Jimmy Armers Beach, Kaikoura

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

42 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...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Parua Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

33 Reviews

 Analysis

Beachside reserve with large flat grassy area and boat ramp access. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If...

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Fox River Freedom Camping Area

89%

32 Reviews

 Analysis

Welcome to Fox River/Potikohua

South Island ▷ Central Otago ▷

Champagne Gully

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

20 Reviews

 Analysis

These camping areas are free for everyone to enjoy, if they follow some simple guidelines. These include: not lighting fires using the rubbish...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Wellingtons Bay, Main Reserve (Whangaumu Reserve)

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

19 Reviews

 Analysis

Closed to campers between 18 December and 8 February inclusive each year. Open to day trippers only during that period. ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS...

Tiny

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

West Oxford Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

15 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom campers are asked to assist by: - removing all rubbish, solid or liquid waste from the camping site when leaving - disposing of rubbish...

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Kimberley Reserve, Levin

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

14 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 ▷ Coromandel ▷

Whangamata isite Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

12 Reviews

 Analysis

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of two consecutive nights, departure by 9am. Area only available for...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

McAlister Street Carpark Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

11 Reviews

 Analysis

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

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Mandeville-Taylor Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Mana Bay, Patea Beach

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

2 designated carparks at beachfront, 6 designated carparks and tenting options allowed at riverside carpark.

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Arataki Visitor Centre Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

Self-contained campervans can stay 1 night in summer (daylight saving), 2 nights in winter (non-daylight saving) Max 8 vehicles $16 per...

Go Mot!!

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Port Motueka Beach Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

103 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...

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Brighton Domain

Overnight Self-contained Campervan Parking

88%

67 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Brighton Domain is open only to self-contained campers, and they can stay a maximum of 2 days there, out by 8.30am.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Lake Rotomanu, New Plymouth

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

52 Reviews

 Analysis

Tents and other temporary structures are banned from freedom camping in New Plymouth District. People freedom camping in non-self-contained...

Doc Visitor centre and Carpark

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

North Egmont Carparks

Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki - Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

46 Reviews

7 Face-to-Face

Analysis

The visitor centre has displays on the local volcanic history and ecology along with displays of the European and Maori history of the mountain...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Ruakaka Beach Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

39 Reviews

 Analysis

Self Contained Campsite

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Omara Boat Ramp Reserve

Matarangi, Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

31 Reviews

 Analysis

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of two consecutive nights, departure by 9am. Location - Eastern side...

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Paringa

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

31 Reviews

 Analysis

Please do not park in the bus turning circle under any circumstances, vehicles parking there will be towed.

Timona Park

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Timona Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

30 Reviews

 Analysis

Large open park beside the river.

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Island View Reserve, Whangamata

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

24 Reviews

 Analysis

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of two consecutive nights, departure by 9am. Park only between the...

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Garden Rd Carpark

Raumati Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

20 Reviews

 Analysis

This carpark is well situated being right on the beach and very close to local Raumati Village shops. Overnight parking for up to 3 self contained...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Simpsons Beach Camp

88%

18 Reviews

 Analysis

Bookings required. Office hours vary.

Fergusson Park. Right by the sea.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Fergusson Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

15 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained campervans can stay between Sunday and Thursday for up to 2 nights per calendar month in the internal carpark of Fergusson...