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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 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...

Overnight Parking area + Grassy area in front

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Paku Drive, Tairua

Overnight Freedom Parking

4.4 38 reviews

Freedom Camping at Tairua, Paku Drive opposite the surf club. Site to be vacated by 9am. All freedom campers must be certified self-contained...

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Warrington Reserve

Overnight Self Contained Campervans, Tents allowed

4.4 38 reviews

Overnight camping in self-contained vehicles and tents.

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Paringa

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 34 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

Freedom camping is only permitted in the signposted area. Freedom camping is prohibited elsewhere in the reserve. No more than 10 vehicles at...

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Garden Rd Carpark

Raumati Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 20 reviews

This carpark is well situated being right on the beach and very close to local Raumati Village shops. Overnight parking for up to 3 self contained...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Simpsons Beach Camp

4.4 18 reviews

Bookings required. Office hours vary.

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Wakapuaka Reserve Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 13 reviews

Certified self-contained vehicles only Maximum 3 vehicles Council enforces the vehicle limit under their Bylaw and a $200 infringement fine...

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 ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Midway Beach surf club car park

Freedom Camping

4.4 9 reviews

Freedom camping

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Horahora Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 80 reviews

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 75 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...

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Moray Terrace

Fortrose township - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 59 reviews

Freedom camping in Fortrose township, Catlins, Southland

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