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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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487 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 6 of 17.

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Blackball Dumpstation

4.4 1 review

Recreation Reserve Town Belt South Blackball SC carpark for a gold coin donation on gravel area next to park

North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Firmin Lodge

Kawerau, Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 1 review

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Centennial Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 1 review

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 ▷ Northland ▷

Onerahi Sportspark

4.4 1 review

Open 18 Dec until Auckland/Northland Anniversary Weekend

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Laurie Southwick Parade, Gulf Harbour

Freedom Camping

4.3 96 reviews

- Open 5pm to 10am - Maximum stay of 2 nights allowed - Must be self-contained - No tents allowed

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Moray Terrace

Fortrose township - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.3 58 reviews

Freedom camping in Fortrose township, Catlins, Southland

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Lake Opuha

Bennetts Road

4.3 56 reviews

Self-Contained Camping

The beach out front with Kapiti Island offshore

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Waikanae River Mouth

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.3 31 reviews

Stay near a river estuary, with beach and river walk options. Overnight parking for up to 4 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum...

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Woodville Ferry Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.3 23 reviews

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

McMillan Road Freedom Camping Area

4.3 21 reviews

Welcome to McMillan Road

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Woolleys Bay, Western Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.3 19 reviews

Closed to campers between 18 December and 8 February inclusive each year. Open to day trippers only during that period. One night maximum...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Murphy's Law Restaurant

Overnight Parking

4.3 12 reviews

Overnight parking for self contained campers at Murphy's Law Restaurant carpark. Price is 35 dollar for a single person and 55 dollar for 2...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Tui Terrace and Wharf Road, Tairua

Overnight Freedom Parking

4.3 11 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Woollams Avenue

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.3 11 reviews

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of one night, departure by 9am. Park only between the freedom camping...

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