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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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484 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 6 of 17.

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Tui Terrace and Wharf Road, Tairua

Overnight Freedom Parking

86%

11 Reviews

 Details

Maxiumum 2 parks for 2 nights. Self Contained Campers Only.

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Valonia Reserve, New Windsor

Overnight Campervan Parking

86%

11 Reviews

 Details

A maximum of four freedom camping vehicles may stay overnight in the area A person wishing to stay overnight must – (1) use a certified self...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Woollams Avenue

Overnight Campervan Parking

86%

10 Reviews

 Details

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

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Slope Point Freedom Camping

86%

9 Reviews

 Details

195 Weir Rd,Slope Point,9884 Freedom Campervans only. A large area of flat land with plenty of places to park. A basic long drop toilet...

Almadale Reserve

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Almadale Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

86%

5 Reviews

 Details

Secluded freedom camping, scenic walks.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Haiku Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

86%

5 Reviews

 Details

Overnight freedom camping for certified self-contained campervans/motorhome/RVs in Katikati

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Bourke's Lookout, Patea

Ovenight Campervan Parking

86%

2 Reviews

 Details

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Brighton Domain

Overnight Self-contained Campervan Parking

85%

63 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

Details

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 ▷ Waikato ▷

Lake Ngaroto

Overnight Campervan Parking

85%

53 Reviews

 Details

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

BMX Pump Track Carpark, Marine Parade

Overnight Campervan Parking

85%

48 Reviews

 Details

3 nights maximum stay Vehicles must have a current self-containment certificate.

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Moanaroa Reserve

Lake Karapiro - Overnight Campervan Parking

85%

27 Reviews

 Details
Overnight parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Margaret Griffen park, Mt Roskill

Overnight campervan parking

85%

22 Reviews

 Details

A maximum of ten freedom camping vehicles may stay overnight in the area A person wishing to stay overnight must – (1) use a certified self...

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Isel Park, Main Road Stoke Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

85%

21 Reviews

 Details

Certified self-contained vehicles only Maximum 3 vehicles The area designated for camping is indicated by blue line making in the car park...

South Island ▷ Central Otago ▷

Pinders Pond

Overnight Campervan Parking

85%

20 Reviews

 Details

Maximum 3 night stay

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Rakaia Huts Reserve

85%

18 Reviews

 Details

The Ashburton District Council provides this service for self-contained camping - access the reserve off Kingsburys Road. Choice guys! Overnight...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Dunham Point Reserve

85%

13 Reviews

 Details

Casual Camping site along the Waikato river

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Beach Road Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

85%

11 Reviews

 Details

Certified self-contained campervans can stay for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 2 vehicles per night, so it's first...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Waihao Box, Willowbridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

85%

10 Reviews

 Details

Park up close to the coast and watch the sun rise. The Waimate District Council has OK-ed this area for the use of self-contained campers for...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Bulmers Landing

Lake Arapuni - Freedom Camping

85%

8 Reviews

 Details

North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Tukino 2wd Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

85%

8 Reviews

 Details

Just like camping on Mars!

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Brighton Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

85%

8 Reviews

 Details

Freedom Camping is prohibited from the third week of December to 10th February. There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Long Bay Overnight Campervan Parking

85%

7 Reviews

 Details

Overnight campervan parking for self contained vehicles in the Long Bay reserve carpark. 10 vehicles Max. 1 Night max. $16 per booking

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Jim Barnett Reserve

Overnight Camping

85%

6 Reviews

 Details

Thirteen different tracks meander through the Jim Barnett Reserve. The tracks are of varying lengths, but all are easy walking with a few short...

North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Prideaux Park Freedom Camping Area

Kawerau

85%

5 Reviews

 Details

Prideaux Park is the most widely used site because of its central location. It is a short stroll to town, the Kawerau i-SITE and also Kawerau...

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Lake Opuha

Bennetts Road

84%

54 Reviews

 Details

Self-Contained Camping

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Ngāti Toa

Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

52 Reviews

9 Face-to-Face

Details

There are limited spots available for overnight parking for up to three nights. It’s a great spot that allows you to wake up next to the ocean...

South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Crown Range Summit

Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

37 Reviews

 Details

Vehicles must be self contained.

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

(Mackenzie Waitaki RV Camping)

Edwards Stream

Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

36 Reviews

 Details

- Certified Self Contained vehicles only - Toilet - non flush - Picnic table - 3 night maximum stay - No fires

Taylor Dam Reserve. Freedom Camping near Blenheim.

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Taylor Dam Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

36 Reviews

 Details

Stay in a self contained vehicle for up to 2 nights at peaceful Taylor Dam Reserve. Good walking and mountain biking options, while also in close...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Paku Drive, Tairua

Overnight Freedom Parking

84%

31 Reviews

 Details

Freedom Camping at Tairua, Paku Drive opposite the surf club. Site to be vacated by 9am. All freedom campers must be certified self-contained...