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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 7 of 17.

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Island View Reserve, Whangamata

Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

20 Reviews

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

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Simpsons Beach Camp

84%

16 Reviews

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Bookings required. Office hours vary.

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Lake Ruataniwha Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

15 Reviews

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The MacKenzie District Council has allowed freedom camping along the shores of Lake Ruataniwha. Camping not permitted between 23 December and...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Rotary Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

14 Reviews

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Certified self-contained campervans can stay for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 3 vehicles per night, so it's first...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Whangamata isite Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

10 Reviews

 Details

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

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Royal Billy Point Reserve

Pauanui, Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

9 Reviews

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

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Duvauchelle

Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

9 Reviews

 Details

Only certified self-contained vehicles are permitted to camp in this area, for a maximum stay of 2 nights in any 30-day period. Please see...

South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Kawarau Historic Bridge Carparks

Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

7 Reviews

 Details

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Lake Opuha

Opuha Gorge Road

84%

6 Reviews

 Details

No camping allowed between 23rd of Dec till second Monday of Jan. Max. 3 nights.

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Coroglen Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

84%

4 Reviews

 Details

Right on the Waiwawa River, parking for 5 Self Contained campervans. Situated on the Tairua side of the bridge on the left-hand side.

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Kawatiri Beach Reserve – Westport

83%

81 Reviews

 Details

Welcome to the Kawatiri Beach Reserve

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Waikawa Recreation Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

45 Reviews

6 Face-to-Face

Details

Waikawa Recreation Reserve is A-OK for overnight free-camping

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Lake Domain Reserve

South Wairarapa - Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

41 Reviews

 Details

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Oraka Reserve, Mahia

Freedom Camping Site

83%

29 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Omara Boat Ramp Reserve

Matarangi, Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

28 Reviews

 Details

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

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Marsden Bay Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

23 Reviews

 Details

Carpark at the beachfront reserve. Park under the trees on the gravel and between the signs. ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED. One night maximum...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Morrinsville Recreation Ground freedom camping area

83%

21 Reviews

 Details

Self-contained freedom campers can park up at the Morrinsville Recreation Ground

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

'The Point' Ngaruawahia Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

19 Reviews

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The Waikato District Council allows certified self-contained campervans and motorhomes to park overnight (10pm - 9am) at 'The Point' at Ngaruawahia...

Views along the coast with the port on the other side of the harbour.

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Reotahi

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

17 Reviews

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Campervan and caravan parking within the gravel parking area. Views along the coast and over to the port. Short walk down to a nice beach for...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

AH Reed Memorial Park, Whareora Road Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

17 Reviews

 Details

ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED One night maximum. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If the site is full...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Stella Place

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

16 Reviews

 Details

Certified self-contained campervans can stay for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 3 vehicles per night, so it's first...

South Island ▷ Central Otago ▷

Champagne Gully

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

15 Reviews

 Details

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

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

McMillan Road Freedom Camping Area

83%

15 Reviews

 Details

Welcome to McMillan Road

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Waihi Beach Reserve, Hawera

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

14 Reviews

 Details

No more than 3 vehicles per night. You cannot stay for more than 3 nights per month.

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Little Waikawau Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

12 Reviews

 Details

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

South Island ▷ Central Otago ▷

Jacksons Picnic Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

7 Reviews

 Details

Self-contained vehicles only 1 night maximum stay These camping areas are free for everyone to enjoy, if you follow some simple guidelines...

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Marine Parade Carpark (opposite # 54)

Paraparaumu Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

5 Reviews

 Details

Beachfront carpark opposite number 54 Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach. Just 1 self contained campervan can stay a maximum of 1 night. First come...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Donovan / Pioneer Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

5 Reviews

 Details

Freedom camping in Te Puke for self contained campers at Donovan Park

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Black Hole, Waihao Downs

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

4 Reviews

 Details

This is a Waimate District Council designated freedom camping spot for self-contained vehicles. You can park for up to two nights close to the...

Parking in Blue Area only

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Colson Lane Overnight Parking

83%

4 Reviews

 Details

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