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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 ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Aramoana Beach Freedom Camping

Hawkes Bay

3 Reviews

Free camping for self-contained campervans and motorhomes at Aramoana Beach in Southern Hawkes Bay

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Tapapakunga Beach

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Tapapakanga Campervan Parking

Tapapakunga

2 Reviews

Take the Manurewa off ramp and head for Clevedon. Then follow the signs to Kawakawa Bay and on towards Orere Point. Just past Orere Point, turn...

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Akaroa Freedom Camping Area

71 Reviews

The only area in Akaroa where freedom camping is allowed – popular and fills up fast.

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Montgomery Square Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

30 Reviews

Certified self-contained vehicles only. Maximum 25 vehicles. The area designated for camping is indicated by blue line making in the car...

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Bowyers Stream Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

24 Reviews

The Ashburton District Council provides this service for self-contained free camping - found along the inland scenic route. Choice guys! Overnight...

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North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Hinemaiaia Reserve Carparks

Overnight Campervan Parking

24 Reviews

This place is not suitable for large vehicles. Medium to small, self contained vehicles only. There are multiple sites up the gravel road that...

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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Paringa

Overnight Campervan Parking

22 Reviews

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

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South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Renwick Domain Carpark

Freedom Camping

22 Reviews

Freedom Camping in Wine Country

Renwick Domain, Renwick, Marlborough...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Woodville Ferry Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

21 Reviews

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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Grey River

Greymouth - Overnight Campervan Parking

19 Reviews

On the north side of the river just off SH6, just down from the main bridge off Nelson Quay on the left hand side of the road. Quite an exposed...

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Tararu Beachfront North Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

18 Reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Te Ahiaua Reserve (Pipi Beds)

13 Reviews

Water Front Freedom Camping. When you are driving eastward on SH2, Te Ahiaua (The Pipi beds) is the first place you can see the ocean.

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Fergusson Park. Right by the sea.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Fergusson Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

12 Reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Scandrett Regional Park Camping

11 Reviews

Take State Highway 1 to Warkworth and follow the signs to Snells Beach. Approximately 3km beyond Algies Bay, turn left into Scandrett Road and...

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Galletly's Road, St Andrews

Overnight Campervan Parking

10 Reviews

This is a Waimate District Council designated freedom camping spot for self-contained vehicles. This site is just north of St Andrews across the...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Matapouri, Wehiwehi Road Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

10 Reviews

Closed to campers between 18 December and 8 February inclusive each year. Open to day trippers only during that period. One night maximum...

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Gunn's Bush

Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

This is a Waimate District Council designated freedom camping area for self-contained vehicles only. For more information pop into the Waimate...

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Mandeville-Taylor Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

6 Reviews

http://www.southlanddc.govt.nz/my-southland/freedom-camping/

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Waiuku

Overnight Campervan Parking - Constable Road

6 Reviews

Vehicles with a self-containment certificate can park here overnight for free. The early bird gets the worm at the parking space behind the...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waipuna Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

5 Reviews

Certified self-contained campervans can stay between Sunday and Thursday for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 4 vehicles...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waikareao Foreshore Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

5 Reviews

Certified, self-contained campervans can stay up to 2 nights at Waikareao Foreshore Reserve. Maximum 3 vehicles per night, first-come, first-served...

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Port Albert Wharf Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 Reviews

A maximum of 10 self-contained vehicles can stay overnight in the area designated for freedom camping. If you want to stay overnight in this...

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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Okuku Reserve, Kumara Junction

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 Reviews

Self contained vehicles allowed. No more than 2 consecutive nights No fires If there are more than 15 vehicles at the site then you must go...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Poutuia Park Overnight Campervan Parking

Pukehina

4 Reviews

Freedom camping for self-contained campers at Pukahina Beach

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Thoumine Park Carpark, Kaponga

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 Reviews

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Glenmark Reserve

3 Reviews

Freedom Camping

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

London's Ford Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

3 Reviews

Londons Ford is a 2.428ha reserve and is the site of a former river ferry. It has river access for swimming and a flat, open, grassed area. Mature...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Waipu Caves

Overnight Campervan Parking

35 Reviews

One night maximum. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If the site is full, you must move on.

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North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

North River Bank

Otaki Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

31 Reviews

Overnight parking for up to 6 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum 2 nights at the Otaki River North Bank, Otaki Beach.

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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Perfume Point Carpark, Napier

Overnight Campervan Parking

24 Reviews

A maximum of 2 nights stay. Vehicles must have a current self-containment certificate. A maximum of four vehicles are allowed here at any...

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