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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 ▷

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...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

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

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 12 reviews

*** 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...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Barry Curtis Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 11 reviews

A maximum of ten freedom camping vehicles may stay overnight in the area A person wishing to stay overnight must – (1) use a certified self...

South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Kawarau Historic Bridge Carparks

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 11 reviews

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Bowentown Domain Formed Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 10 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 ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Hamurana Reserve, Rotorua

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 10 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Ngunguru Library

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 6 reviews

Freedom Camping

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Gladstone Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 6 reviews

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Salford Street

Edendale, Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 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 ▷

Hauraki District Council Carpark, Marshall Street, Paeroa

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 4 reviews

Freedom camping is restricted to designated carparks and the directly adjacent grass area. 2 nights maximum Self-contained vehicles only...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Turata Reserve, Kihikihi

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 3 reviews

Self Contained camping: up to two consecutive nights stay permitted Access via Havelock Street

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Ayr Street, Limehills

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 2 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 ▷

Lindemann Lookout Reserve Overnight Campervan Parking

3.9 2 reviews

Self-contained campervans/motorhomes/RVs can free camp at the Lindemann Road Lookout for up to 3 nights, thanks to the Western Bay of Plenty District...

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

W F Moss Scenic Reserve Picnic Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 47 reviews

Closest Freedom Camping to the Abel Tasman

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South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Thomas Burns Street Carpark, Dunedin

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 35 reviews

The maximum stay for freedom campers at any one location is two consecutive nights (departure by 8.30am). Please respect the sites. They are...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Danby Field

Overnight Freedom Parking

3.8 27 reviews

Maxiumum 2 nights. Self Contained Campers Only.

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Totara North, old dump site

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 23 reviews

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

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Rakaia Huts Reserve Camping

3.8 20 reviews

$10 a night per site No bookings - First come, first serve basis

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Awanui Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 19 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Kaiate Falls Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 13 reviews

Self-contained freedom campers can stay at Kaiate Falls Scenic Reserve for up to three nights

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Naval Point Freedom Camping Area

3.8 9 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...

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Everett Park Carparks

Everett Park Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 9 reviews

Self Contained Vehicles

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Gordon Spratt Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 9 reviews

Certified self-contained campervans can stay between Sunday and Thursday for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 6 vehicles...