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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 ▷ Southland ▷

Waikaia

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Duxfield Reserve, Putaruru

Overnight Campervan Parking

Certified Self Contained vehicles only. Maximum of 2 night stay in a calendar month.

North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Ohura

Overnight Campervan Parking

Camping is allowed in the area adjacent to Tui Street between the Memorial Hall and the Mangaroa Stream. 1 Night stay in any calendar month.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Rukumoana Reserve, Eltham

Overnight Campervan Parking

Caution should be taken in the winter months as the ground can be soft. 24km east of Eltham.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Opunake Recreation Ground Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

Western carpark area only

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

All Day Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

This is a Waitaki District Council designated freedom camping spot. A primo spot looking out over the beach, you can walk along the beach to Campbells...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Paeroa (Maritime Park)

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Atiu Creek Camping Ground

Atiu Creek Regional Park

From the main car park, take the metal road past the toilet block, following the directional signs for the next 3.1km to the campground. You...

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Kokotau Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Skippers, Mount / Mt Aurum Recreation Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Hurst Park (Railway Reserve), Opunake

Overnight Campervan Parking

On the old railway entrance only.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Manaia Domain Carpark, Manaia

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Bridger Park Carpark, Eltham

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Tuke Street Reserve, Normanby

Overnight Campervan Parking

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