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Freedom Camping Locations

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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481 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 10 of 17.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Midway Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 2 reviews

There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period at this site. The 4 consecutive weeks begin from the first overnight stay.

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Motu Rest Area, Gisborne

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 1 review

Certified self-contained vehicles only. Look for the sign for designated area. 3 nights maximum stay only.

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Lake Opuha

Hayes Road

4 1 review

No camping allowed between 23rd of Dec till second Monday of Jan. Max. 3 nights.

Parking in green area only

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Himatangi Beach Recreation Reserve Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 1 review

Freedom Camping is limited to Self-Contained and non-Self-Contained Vehicles only. The number of Vehicles that may stay overnight is limited...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Keeleys Landing

Freedom Camping

4 16 reviews

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 ▷ 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 ▷ 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...

Could be worse

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Te Kaha Recreation Reserve, Maraetai Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 8 reviews

Beautiful waterfront location. Te Kaha is 74km east of Ōpōtiki with space for up to 10 campers. Self Contained vehicles can stay maximum of 3...

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...

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Albion Street Carpark, Hawera

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 7 reviews

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...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Omokoroa Sportsground

Overnight Campervan Parking

4 2 reviews

Freedom camping in Omokoroa, 15 minutes north of Tauranga

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

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...

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Wynen Street carpark

Blenheim - Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 24 reviews

Freedom Camping in Central Blenheim. Max 5 Campers.

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 ▷ 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...

Overnight Parking in blue area

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...

North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Hamurana Reserve, Rotorua

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 12 reviews

Only self-contained campervans/motorhomes permitted to stay overnight Space for a maximum of 10 campervans/motorhomes Maximum stay is 2 consecutive...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Naval Point Freedom Camping Area

3.9 10 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...

Almadale Reserve

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Almadale Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 7 reviews

Secluded freedom camping, scenic walks.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Park Road, Maketu

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 7 reviews

Freedom Camping is excluded from the conclusion of Labour Weekend through to the conclusion of the following Easter Weekend. There is a 3 night...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Uretara Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 4 reviews

Free camping at Uretara Domain in Katikati, NZ's mural town

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Shine Falls

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 3 reviews

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Waikouaiti

Overnight Self Contained Campervan Parking

3.9 3 reviews

Self-contained campervans only. Freedom camping is allowed everywhere in Dundedin City Council area, as long as (a) the vehicle is self-contained...