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Freedom Camping Sites

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.

Freedom Camping Locations

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Overnight Rules

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Site Cost

Any cost

Page 5 of 17 | 487 locations ranked by score

487 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 5 of 17.

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Little Waipa Reserve

Lake Karapiro

4.4 58 reviews

Little Waipa reserve is on the banks of Lake Karapiro and accessed via Horahora road, it’s a popular spot for day-trippers. It is slightly elevated...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Waiomu Domain Beachfront Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 49 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

North River Bank

Otaki Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 40 reviews

Overnight parking for up to 6 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum 2 nights at the Otaki River North Bank, Otaki Beach.

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Paringa

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 37 reviews

Please do not park in the bus turning circle under any circumstances, vehicles parking there will be towed.

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Parua Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 34 reviews

Beachside reserve with large flat grassy area and boat ramp access. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Hanmer Springs River Reserve, Hanmer Springs

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 32 reviews

*** Currently closed due to flooding*** - 9 July 2026 Freedom camping is only permitted in the signposted area. Freedom camping is prohibited...

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Katiki Beach North Reserve Rest Stop

4.4 25 reviews

The small reserve at the north end of Katiki beach is available for overnight parking for self-contained vans. There is room for large vans, but...

Tiny

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Wairoa Reserve

Long Beach/Cave Beach Access, Waverley - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 23 reviews

Tiny

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Waihao Box, Willowbridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 20 reviews

Park up close to the coast and watch the sun rise. The Waimate District Council has OK-ed this area for the use of self-contained campers for...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Island View Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 20 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 ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

McAlister Street Carpark Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 11 reviews

Self-contained, 48 hours limit, 5 designated car park sites. Maximum possible motor vehicle length: 10 metres. Dog leash area.

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Bulmers Landing

Lake Arapuni - Freedom Camping

4.4 10 reviews

Maximum 10 self contained Maximum 2 nights Security camera onsite Flushing toilets No rubbish bins River swims available

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Middleton Bay Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 9 reviews

Via Heaphy Road at the corner of Halse Place. Three designated parks at the northern end of the carpark.

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Midway Beach surf club car park

Freedom Camping

4.4 9 reviews

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Onepoto Esplanade Reserve

4.4 6 reviews

Wake up and watch the sunrise out east at Porirua Harbour, Titahi Bay. Space is limited to three motorhomes a night and stays are restricted to...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Hanmer Field Base and Picnic Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 96 reviews

Freedom camping available by the workshop. No camping in the picnic area by the office. The local Community Board lock the gate to this picnic...

Wildlife reserve full of birds on the side of the Pukaki canal

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Lake Poaka Campsite

Lake Poaka Conservation Area - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 77 reviews

Wildlife reserve full of birds on the side of the Pukaki canal. Camp right alongside the lake. Use this campsite as a base for recreational...

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Castlepoint Carpark

Castlepoint Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 35 reviews

One of the most spectacular sites along the Wairarapa coastline!

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Renwick Domain Carpark

Freedom Camping

4.4 33 reviews

Freedom Camping in Wine Country

Renwick Domain, Renwick, Marlborough...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Island View Reserve, Whangamata

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 25 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Memorial Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 23 reviews

Certified, self-contained campervans can stay up to 2 nights. There's a maximum of six vehicles per night, so it's a first-come, first-served...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Kapanga Road

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 16 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Mercury Bay Council Area Office Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 15 reviews

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

Tiny

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Waiuku

Overnight Campervan Parking - Constable Road

4.4 11 reviews

Vehicles with a self-containment certificate can park here overnight for free. The early bird gets the worm at the parking space behind the...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Tui Terrace and Wharf Road, Tairua

Overnight Freedom Parking

4.4 11 reviews

Maxiumum 2 parks for 2 nights. Self Contained Campers Only.

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Egans Park Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 10 reviews

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

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Mandeville-Taylor Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 9 reviews

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Cornwallis Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 8 reviews

A maximum of 5 Self contained campervans can stay up to 1 night in summer (daylight saving), 3 nights in winter (non-daylight saving). $16 per...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Haiku Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 5 reviews

Overnight freedom camping for certified self-contained campervans/motorhome/RVs in Katikati

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Tupare

Overnight Camping

4.4 3 reviews

Soak up the atmosphere of this stunningly landscaped garden and unique homestead. Tūpare has recently earned the NZ Gardens Trust highest six...