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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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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Tayler Park Carpark, Eltham

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Analysis

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Pohangina Valley Lookout

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Analysis

Self-contained campervans can stay here for a maximum of 5 nights per 30 day period. - Panoramic views of the Pohangina Valley - 5 minutes...

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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Matahi Spit, Lake Rotomā

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Analysis

Matahi Spit (Scenic Reserve) can be accessed via State Highway 30. It is an approximately 30 minute drive from Rotorua central city. There is...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Marine Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

14 Reviews

Analysis

There are 2 Marine Park Carparks. Marine park 1 - 8 Parks (available any time) Marine Park 2 - 3 parks (available any time) Certified...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Onerahi Beach Road Reserve

Overnight CampervanParking

13 Reviews

Analysis

ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED One night maximum. Vehicles must be self contained. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Tarewa isite

Overnight Campervan Parking

11 Reviews

Analysis

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...

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Overnight Parking in the purple marked areas only.

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Trafalgar Park, Haven Foreshore

Overnight Campervan Parking

9 Reviews

Analysis

Certified self-contained vehicles only Maximum 4 vehicles The area designated for camping is indicated by blue line making in the car park...

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Queen Elizabeth II Drive Gardens

Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

Analysis

Certified self-contained vehicles only. Only certified self-contained vehicles can stay here in any of the available defined car parking areas...

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North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Te Kaha Recreation Reserve, Maraetai Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

Analysis

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...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Railway Land Overnight Parking

7 Reviews

Analysis

City Overnight Parking

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Rhodes Park Reserves

Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

Analysis

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

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Wakatu Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

Analysis

Certified self-contained vehicles only. Maximum 20 vehicles. The area designated for camping is indicated by blue line making in the car...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Almadale Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

6 Reviews

Analysis

Secluded freedom camping, scenic walks.

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North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Pilot Hill Carpark

Wairoa, Freedom Camping Site

6 Reviews

Analysis

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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Pakowhai Country Park

Freedom Camping

5 Reviews

Analysis

Courtesy of the Hastings District Council, certified self-contained campervans and motorhomes can stay up to two nights here. Situated by the...

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North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Pillars of Hercules Carpark

Kaimanawa Park Forest - Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Analysis

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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

White Pine Bush Picnic Area

White Pine Bush Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Analysis

White Pine Bush is a great place to visit and experience a piece of New Zealand native forest.

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North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Dominion Road Carpark

Tongariro Conservation Area - Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Analysis

Four nights maximum in a single calendar month.

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Aparima Bridge Reserve

Thornbury - freedom camping area

2 Reviews

Analysis

Camping is allowed for up to 28 days at the Aparima Bridge Reserve in Thornbury, Southland. Thornbury is a small settlement about 10 minutes north...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Victoria Park, Fielding

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Analysis

Self-contained campervans can stay here for up to 5 nights per calendar month. Freedom Camping is limited to Self-Contained and non-Self Contained...

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Potaema Carpark

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

1 Review

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Graham Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

Analysis

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...

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North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Umukarikari Carpark

Kaimanawa Forest Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

Analysis

A beautiful, small area surrounded by large native trees. It is at the start of the tramping track. There is room for 2-3 vehicles max.

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Maramatanga Park Tennis Courts

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

Analysis

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.

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Wingate Reserve, Avondale

Overnight campervan Parking

4 Reviews

Analysis

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

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South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Opouri Saddle

Tennyson Inlet Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

2 Reviews

Analysis

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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Dartmoor Bridge Reserve

Freedom Camping

2 Reviews

Analysis

Dartmoor Bridge Reserve, in the Dartmoor Valley about 30 minutes inland from Napier, is a designated free-camping area for certified self-contained...