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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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Toko Mouth Camp site

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Toko Mouth

Overnight Campervan Parking

18 Reviews

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Specified area for Campers - Near Te Papa

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Barnett Street Carpark, Wellington

Overnight Campervan Parking

17 Reviews

Note from Rankers; We consider this to be the easiest access Campervan parking area in Wellington. There's also a very good free option around...

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Keeleys Landing

Freedom Camping

12 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Pohlen Park freedom camping area

11 Reviews

Campervans that have self-containment certification can camp at the Pohlen Park car park

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Overnight Parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Taumanu Reserve, Onehunga

Overnight Campervan Parking

11 Reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Brown Street, Thames

Overnight Campervan Parking

10 Reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Aickin Road Sports Reserve, Whangamata

Overnight Campervan Parking

9 Reviews

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

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Innercity campervan overnight parking on Campbell Street

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

82 Campbell Street, Palmerston North

Overnight Campervan Parking

9 Reviews

Free Inner city parking for your motorhome. Close to services, cafe's, theatre and more.

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Egans Park Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Boyd Park freedom camping area

7 Reviews

Freedom camping at Boyd Park in Te Aroha

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Te Moana Gorge

Four Peaks

3 Reviews

This is a Timaru District Council designated freedom camping spot for stays up to 30 days. Fires are prohibited as there is a forest nearby. Gas...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Dannevirke Town Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

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Overnight parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Uxbridge Road, Howick village

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Marine Parade Carpark (opposite # 62)

Paraparaumu Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Beachfront carpark opposite number 62 Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach. Up to 2 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum of 1 night.

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Ngapaeruru Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Alfredton Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Clyde Court Carpark, Wairoa

Freedom Camping Site

2 Reviews

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

W F Moss Scenic Reserve Picnic Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

43 Reviews

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Closest Freedom Camping to the Abel Tasman

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View down the Riwaka Valley from Hawkes lookout

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Hawkes Lookout Carpark

Kahurangi National Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

40 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

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Stunning views from your Campervan

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Mangonui Lions Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

36 Reviews

- Self-contained only - Three vehicle limit - Maximum stay of two consecutive nights

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Decks Reserve Carpark, Motueka

Overnight Campervan Parking

24 Reviews

Self-contained Vehicles only

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Pahoia Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

17 Reviews

Free-camping for self-contained campervans and motorhomes, 30 minutes north of Tauranga

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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Foreshore Reserve Carpark

Napier, Overnight Campervan Parking

15 Reviews

Parked in the 8 designated and marked parks. · Maximum stay is two consecutive nights · No tents · No fires · No alcohol · Non self-contained...

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Kapanga Road

Overnight Campervan Parking

14 Reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Harrisons Cut

Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

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...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Bascule Carpark, Whangarei

Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

Self-contained and non self- contained vehicles in designated site or marked parking spaces only 8 marked sites (4 for large, wide vans, 4...

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Aotea Rotary Park, Waverley

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Midway Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

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.

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Omokoroa Sportsground

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Freedom camping in Omokoroa, 15 minutes north of Tauranga

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South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Harwood Domain

Freedom Camping

1 Review

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