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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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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

North Beach Car Park

Freedom Camping

14 Reviews

Analysis

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

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Hauraki District Council Area Office Carpark, Orchard West Road, Ngatea

Overnight Campervan Parking

11 Reviews

Analysis

*** Closed from 26th May 2026 for 12 - 18 months*** The carpark area is behind the Council building. Freedom camping is restricted to designated...

Closed from 26th May 2025 for...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Moutoa Quay

Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

Analysis

Available to self-contained campervans only- 10 spaces available Maximum 4 night stay This site is not available on Fridays. Camping available...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Te Corner, Ohaeawai

Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

Analysis

On the corner of State Highway 1 and Hobson Street, Ohaeawai. - Self-contained only - Four vehicle limit - Maximum stay of two consecutive...

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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Maraetotara Falls Reserve

Freedom Camping

7 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

At the Maraetotara Falls Reserve, certified self-contained campervans and motorhomes can freedom camp for a maximum of two nights. Short bush...

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

York Road, Riversdale

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 Reviews

Analysis

You may freedom camp in the designated area for a maximum of 7 nights in any 30 day period. You must be self-contained.

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Matua Saltmarsh

Overnight Campervan Parking

3 Reviews

Analysis

Certified self-contained campervans can stay for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 3 vehicles per night, so it's first...

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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Shine Falls

Overnight Campervan Parking

3 Reviews

Analysis

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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Government Gardens Thermal Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

80 Reviews

Analysis

Limited free parking spaces for large campervans available in the Government Gardens opposite the Polynesian Spa, Hinemoa Street. The aim is to...

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Montgomery Square Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

34 Reviews

Analysis

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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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Perfume Point Carpark, Napier

Overnight Campervan Parking

28 Reviews

Analysis

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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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Lake Ōkaro Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

22 Reviews

Analysis

This reserve can be accessed from Waimangu Road. This lake is an important wildlife habitat for water birds such as the grey teal, paradise shelduck...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Two Ponga Park, Okaihau

Overnight Campervan Parking

18 Reviews

Analysis

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

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Keeleys Landing

Freedom Camping

15 Reviews

Analysis

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Brown Street, Thames

Overnight Campervan Parking

12 Reviews

Analysis

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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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Galletly's Road, St Andrews

Overnight Campervan Parking

11 Reviews

Analysis

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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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Motupipi Carpark

Takaka - Overnight Campervan Parking

11 Reviews

Analysis

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