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Freedom Camping Sites

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.

Freedom Camping Locations

Region

All Regions

Overnight Rules

Any rules

Site Cost

Any cost

Page 12 of 17 | 487 locations ranked by score

487 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 12 of 17.

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Keeleys Landing

Freedom Camping

3.8 17 reviews

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Pohlen Park freedom camping area

3.8 16 reviews

Campervans that have self-containment certification can camp at the Pohlen Park car park

South Island ▷ Central Otago ▷

Jacksons Picnic Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 9 reviews

Self-contained vehicles only 1 night maximum stay These camping areas are free for everyone to enjoy, if you follow some simple guidelines...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Gordon Spratt Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 9 reviews

Certified self-contained campervans can stay between 7pm Sunday and 10am Friday only for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early...

Overnight Parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Rodney Street Carpark, Wellsford

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 5 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...

Tiny

South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Boundary Street

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 5 reviews

Certified Self-Contained Vehicles only 15 marked spaces Between the hours of 6pm and 8am 2 nights within a 30 day period, do not return...

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Opouri Saddle

Tennyson Inlet Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 3 reviews

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Castlecliff Beach

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 3 reviews

Certified Self-contained campers can park here for a maximum of 4 nights.

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Fieldway

Waikanae Beach Carpark - Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 2 reviews

Overnight parking for up to 2 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum 1 night.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Vesey Stewart Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 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.

Tiny

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Hatea East Carpark

3.8 2 reviews

SELF CONTAINED CAMPERVANS AND CARAVANS ONLY 1 Night maximum Camping restricted to the hours between 6pm and 8am. NO TENTS ALLOWED

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

Not Operating

North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Hamurana Reserve, Rotorua

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 14 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 ▷ Waikato ▷

Porritt Stadium, Hamilton

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 14 reviews

Freedom camping in vehicles is available 365 days a year in certified self-contained vehicles at Porritt Stadium in the designated area of the...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Tarewa isite

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 14 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, you...

South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Diamond Lake (Glenorchy)

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 12 reviews

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Bowentown Domain Formed Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 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 ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Tukino 2wd Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 9 reviews

Just like camping on Mars!

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Everett Park Carparks

Everett Park Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 9 reviews

Self Contained Vehicles

Lucy's Gully - Camping under the trees.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Upper Lucys Gully Carpark

Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki- Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 9 reviews

It's a tight driveway up, suited to smaller vehicles. But Lucy's Gully has a couple of nice camping spots beneath the trees.

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Lake Elterwater

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 8 reviews

Camping in the rest area along side Lake Elterwater just north of the small township of Ward. This is a designated council camping spot. Lake...

North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Tukino Mountain Road

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 8 reviews

Large gravel and sand area just off the Desert Road - State Highway 1. Stunning views of Mt Ruapehu on a clear day Very exposed to the weather...

Parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Western Springs Reserve Carpark

Overnight Campervan parking

3.8 8 reviews

Carpark is Opposite Western Springs Reserve A maximum of five freedom camping vehicles may stay overnight in the area A person wishing to...

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Pilot Hill Carpark

Wairoa, Freedom Camping Site

3.8 7 reviews

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Mangaoraka Carpark

Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki - Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 6 reviews

Small carpark, surrounded by trees and a great grassy area with picnic tables. There's a 30 minute loop track nearby - a bonus in the morning...

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Marine Parade Carpark (opposite # 54)

Paraparaumu Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 6 reviews

Beachfront carpark opposite number 54 Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach. Just 1 self contained campervan can stay a maximum of 1 night. First come...

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 ▷ Marlborough ▷

Blairich Reserve

Awatere Valley - Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 6 reviews

Blairich Reserve is located approximately 12 kilometres north and west of Seddon, adjacent to the Awatere Valley Road. No person may camp except...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Kulim Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 4 reviews

Certified self-contained campervans for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 5 vehicles per night, so it's first-come...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Tye Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 3 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...