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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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484 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 2 of 17.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Port Ohope Boat Ramp

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.8 27 reviews

This one is a goody

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Maraetotara Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.8 20 reviews

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Lake Ruataniwha Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.8 18 reviews

The MacKenzie District Council has allowed freedom camping along the shores of Lake Ruataniwha. Camping not permitted between 23 December and...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Waitohi Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.8 15 reviews

Unavailable from mid April to early Spring for Forestry Operations.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

West End Carpark, Whakatane

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.8 14 reviews

Camping at West End car park is prohibited between the beginning of the third week of December and 31 March.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Huharua Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.8 5 reviews

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Opunake Lake Carpark, Opunake

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.8 3 reviews

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Monkey Island, Orepuki

Overnight Campervan Parking and Walk

4.7 84 reviews

Freedom campers are allowed to stay for up to 28 days per calendar year. Monkey Island can be reached by foot at a low tide, and offers good...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Cust Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.7 46 reviews

Maximum of 3 nights. No camping in carpark area beside play equipment. Freedom campers are asked to assist by: - removing all rubbish...

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Haumoana Domain

Freedom Camping

4.7 37 reviews

This location has lots of space, with shaded nooks and crannies around shrubs and trees, so you can choose your fav camping spot for the night...

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Castlepoint Carpark

Castlepoint Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.7 34 reviews

One of the most spectacular sites along the Wairarapa coastline!

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Mt Lees Reserve

Overnight campervan parking

4.7 26 reviews

Located in a beautiful rural setting, in the heart of the Manawatu, lies Mt Lees Reserve. This site accommodates self-contained and non-self...

North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park

Freedom Camping

4.7 19 reviews

Awesome view of the lake.

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North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Waimea Road Beach Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.7 15 reviews

Overnight parking for up to 2 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum 1 night at Waimea Road Beach Carpark.

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