Basic Camping

Kerosene Creek, Rotorua

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Basic Campsites

Camping with just the bare essentials in some of the most beautiful locations across NZ. Expect a non-flush toilet that's intermittently serviced. Anything more is a bonus.

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North IslandNorthland

Basic site for self contained campers Aucklands only city camp site

Tiny

South IslandNelson Region

Enjoy views of Mt Arthur from a large paddock with established trees, alongside the Great Taste Cycle Trail. A short walk to the famous trout...

North IslandRuapehu

Poukaria Campsite

Whanganui National Park

Kumutoto Bay Scenic Reserve

South IslandMarlborough

Kumutoto Bay Campsite

Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui area

A sheltered east facing bay with a short walk, boating, water skiing and fishing opportunities close by.

Ferndale Scenic Reserve

South IslandMarlborough

Ferndale

Kenepuru Sound

Boat access only

North IslandManawatu - Wanganui

Ohauora Campsite

Whanganui National Park

Stay with us, it's much cheaper! Our welcoming accommodation is conveniently situated just a short 17-minute drive from Blenheim, and the quaint...

North IslandCoromandel

This campsite on the Kauaeranga Kauri Trail is near the historic Dancing Camp kauri driving dam. The campsite has 4 raised platforms. Each...

Tiny

North IslandWaikato

It's pretty basic but there's a camping area next to Pahautea Hut and a shelter provided with water, sink, bench and table. There are seven...

North IslandHawkes Bay

North IslandTairāwhiti Gisborne

Tiny

South IslandMarlborough

Sleep under the stars and wake up to the songs of Tui’s and Bell Birds. Tui’s Rest offers a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle of busy caravan...

South IslandFiordland

A beautiful and sheltered rural campsite, just outside the Te Anau Township!

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Tiny

North IslandAuckland Region

Just 30 Minutes away from the Auckland airport, we (Katrin and Mick) are welcoming you to our property which has a great gravel driveway with...

North IslandWaikato

We offer very easy access for all vehicles, security of being well away from the road, pet friendly - and happy for you to walk your dog on leash...

North IslandTairāwhiti Gisborne

Turihaua Point

Overnight Campervan Parking

Temporarily Closed

Camping at Turihaua Point is closed...

North IslandBay of Plenty

Tiny

North IslandTairāwhiti Gisborne

Linburn Farmstay

Overnight Campervan Parking

If the sign is out, we are open and have space!

Charitable Trust site, with the ruins of the first (missionary) stone house in NZ and loads of History information on our plot. We're tucked behind...

North IslandAuckland Region

Te Muri Beach Camping Ground

Mahurangi Regional Park

Walking access only - 1.3km / 45 mins

North IslandRuapehu

Mangawaiiti Campsite

Whanganui National Park

North IslandManawatu - Wanganui

Ngaporo Campsite

Whanganui National Park

South IslandStewart Island

North Arm Campsite

Rakiura National Park

South IslandCanterbury

· Basic facility - Free camping · 5 sites · Water supply · Dogs ok · Vehicle access · Toilet

The main area (School House Flat) is closed during winter from Easter to Labour Weekend. This is a smaller camping area with 20 sites, located...

Not Operating

South IslandWest Coast