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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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Specified area for Campers - Near Te Papa

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Barnett Street Carpark, Wellington

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 20 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...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Keeleys Landing

Freedom Camping

4 16 reviews

South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Red Bridge Reserve

4 15 reviews

Red Bridge Reserve is for certified self-contained vehicles only. Maximum of 50 vehicles parking in the reserve only. Two-night stay only...

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...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Bascule Carpark, Whangarei

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 9 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...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Te Corner, Ohaeawai

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 8 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Taylor Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 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...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Waitoko Stream Esplanade (Grahams Creek), Tairua

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 7 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Maraetotara Falls Reserve

Freedom Camping

4 7 reviews

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

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

York Road, Riversdale

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 4 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Matua Saltmarsh

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 3 reviews

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...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Omokoroa Sportsground

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 2 reviews

Freedom camping in Omokoroa, 15 minutes north of Tauranga

North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Government Gardens Thermal Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 83 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Mangonui Lions Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 46 reviews

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

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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Perfume Point Carpark, Napier

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 28 reviews

A maximum of 2 nights stay. Vehicles must have a current self-containment certificate. A maximum of four vehicles are allowed here at any...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

AH Reed Memorial Park, Whareora Road Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 19 reviews

ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED One night maximum. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If the site is full...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Two Ponga Park, Okaihau

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 19 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Taumanu Reserve, Onehunga

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 16 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...

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Motupipi Carpark

Takaka - Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 13 reviews

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