Nelson

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Freedom Camping

A Few Good Spots to Know

Freedom camping in the Nelson Region is pretty decent if you know where to look. Near Motueka, the pick is the W F Moss Scenic Reserve up by the Riuwaka Resurgence Road. More space than the other spots in town, and you're close to the resurgence itself which is worth a look anyway.

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Worth Knowing Before You Park Up

The Mcleans Recreation Area near Woodstock is another option on the Motueka River corridor. I'd call it an OK overnight stop but it's better as a swimming spot. On a hot day the river is hard to walk past. If you end up in Golden Bay, you can freedom camp at Hawkes Lookout but it's a bit cramped and sits on a noisy road. The short boardwalk through the stunted forest and the view from the top are genuinely good though, so worth stopping either way.

Freedom Camping in Nelson

Location

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Wakapuaka Reserve Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.3 13 reviews

Certified self-contained vehicles only Maximum 3 vehicles Council enforces the vehicle limit under their Bylaw and a $200 infringement fine...

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Port Motueka Beach Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 109 reviews

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...

View down the Riwaka Valley from Hawkes lookout

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Hawkes Lookout Carpark

Kahurangi National Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 51 reviews

Stunning views from your Campervan

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Motupipi Carpark

Takaka - Overnight Campervan Parking

4 13 reviews

Freedom camping within Motupipi Car Park is restricted to certified self contained vehicles only. Self contained vehicles must park in the designated...

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Uruwhenua Bridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 4 reviews

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Montgomery Square Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 35 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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