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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 ▷ Waikato ▷

Mangakino

Waipapa Hydro Dam - Overnight Campervan Parking

1.2 1 review

North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Southern Access Corridor

Kaimanawa Forest Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

1.2 1 review

Restrictions are: 1. Self Contained only 2. Duration of stay no more than 4 consecutive nights in any one calendar month. So, as long...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Lake Moananui Carpark North

Overnight Campervan Parking

1.2 1 review

Certified Self Contained Vehicles only Maximum 2-night stay in any calendar month Parking is permitted between 6pm - 8am

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Menzies Ford Reserve

Overnight Freedom Camping

1.2 1 review

Large open scenic camping.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Te Popo School

Overnight Camping

Old Te Popo school. Self Contained vehicles only.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Wear Street Carpark at the Te Kawau Memorial Recreation Centre, Rongotea

Overnight Campervan Parking

Self-contained vehicles only. Campers can stay up to five nights in a 30-day period.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Kimbolton Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

Self-contained vehicles only. Campers can stay up to five nights in a 30-day period

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Digglemann Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

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 ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Pohangina Recreation Reserve (The Domain)

Overnight Campervan parking

Self-contained vehicles only. Campers can stay up to five nights in a 30-day period. Water is non-potable

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Glenshea Park Carparks, Putaruru

Overnight Campervan Parking

Self Contained Motorhomes only Maximum 2 consecutive nights in a calendar month

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Westmere Lake

Overnight Campervan Parking

There are 5 sites available for certified self-contained vehicles. Maximum 4 nights in any 4 week period.

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Tokoroa CBD

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Tokoroa Town Centre, Roslin Street

Overnight Campervan Parking

Self Contained Vehicles only Max 2 night stay in a Calendar Month

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Manchester Street, Feilding CBD

Overnight campervan parking

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