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Freedom Camping in Canterbury

Region

Canterbury

Overnight Rules

Self-contained motorhomes only

Site Cost

Free Camping

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21 items with the highest ranking score first

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Forks Hotel

Waihao - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.9 6 reviews

The Waimate District Council allows freedom campers in self-contained vehicles to park here for a maximum of two nights, in the carpark of the...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Lake Camp

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.8 44 reviews

Lake Camp is situated in a wide tussock covered mountain valley surrounded by high, generally snow covered, mountain peaks at the headwaters of...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Waitohi Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.8 15 reviews

Unavailable from mid April to early Spring for Forestry Operations.

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Cust Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.7 46 reviews

Maximum of 3 nights. No camping in carpark area beside play equipment. Freedom campers are asked to assist by: - removing all rubbish...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Black Hole, Waihao Downs

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.7 8 reviews

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...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

West Oxford Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.5 19 reviews

Freedom campers are asked to assist by: - removing all rubbish, solid or liquid waste from the camping site when leaving - disposing of rubbish...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Orari River Mouth

Overnight Campervan parking

4.5 5 reviews

We have some of the most beautiful camping sites in the country and invite all visitors and locals to camp responsibly and to enjoy the best of...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Waihao Box, Willowbridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 20 reviews

Park up close to the coast and watch the sun rise. The Waimate District Council has OK-ed this area for the use of self-contained campers for...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Hanmer Field Base and Picnic Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 96 reviews

Freedom camping available by the workshop. No camping in the picnic area by the office. The local Community Board lock the gate to this picnic...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Bowyers Stream Scenic Reserve

4.1 30 reviews

Overnight accommodation, maximum 2 nights

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Te Moana Gorge

Four Peaks

4.1 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...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Akaroa Freedom Camping Area

4 76 reviews

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

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Winchester Bridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 34 reviews

This is a Timaru District Council designated self-contained freedom camping spot - you can stay here for up to 3 nights (arrive after 4pm, leave...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

North Beach Car Park

Freedom Camping

4 14 reviews

Freedom camping prohibited at weekends (7pm Fridays – 7pm Sundays) between 1 October and 1 May. At other times, freedom camping is allowed...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Galletly's Road, St Andrews

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 12 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...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Naval Point Freedom Camping Area

3.9 11 reviews

Certified self-contained campervans can stay for up to two nights in any 30 day period in the signposted freedom camping area. Camping is now...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Gunn's Bush

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 8 reviews

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

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Arundel Bridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 12 reviews

This is a Timaru District Council designated overnight camping spot for self-contained people only. Right on the edge of the river just off the...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Marine Parade Laybys

City Coastal Freedom Camping Restricted Zone

3.9 5 reviews

Certified self-contained campervans

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Milford Lagoon

Freedom Camping

3.8 6 reviews

We have some of the most beautiful camping sites in the country and invite all visitors and locals to camp responsibly and enjoy the best of...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Hinds River Scenic Reserve

Mayfield - Overnight Campervan Parking

3.7 5 reviews

The Ashburton District Council provides this service for self-contained free camping - to be found along the Inland Scenic Route. Choice guys...