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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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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Western Springs Reserve Carpark

Overnight Campervan parking

3.8 6 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 ▷ 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 ▷ 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...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Maxwells Road Esplanade

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 5 reviews

Certified self-contained campervans for up to 2 nights per calendar month at the Ngatai Road end. Nab your spot early - only 2 vehicles per night...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Mitchell Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 5 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 ▷ 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...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Mount Greens

Freedom Camping

3.8 3 reviews

Must fit within the confines of a marked and formed parking space from 7am to 8pm. Between the hours of 8pm to 7am vehicles must be parked within...

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.

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 ▷ 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...

South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Diamond Lake (Glenorchy)

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 12 reviews

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...

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...

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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...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waikareao Foreshore Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 6 reviews

Certified, self-contained campervans can stay up to 2 nights at Waikareao Foreshore Reserve. Maximum 3 vehicles per night, first-come, first-served...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Moore Park, Katikati

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 3 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 ▷ 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

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waihi Beach Community Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 1 review

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.

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Eden St

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 1 review

Situated next to the bus terminal and public restrooms. Self Contained Vehicles Only, Max 3 nights.

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Waiuku Service Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 1 review

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

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Normanby Domain, Normanby

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 1 review

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Landscape Road

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 1 review

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 ▷ Waikato ▷

South Waikato Sport and Events Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.8 1 review

Freedom camping is restricted to Self-Contained Vehicles only; Maximum of two consecutive nights in any calendar month; Freedom camping is restricted...