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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 8 of 17.

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Scandrett Regional Park Camping

4.1 11 reviews

Take State Highway 1 to Warkworth and follow the signs to Snells Beach. Approximately 3km beyond Algies Bay, turn left into Scandrett Road and...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Waiuku

Overnight Campervan Parking - Constable Road

4.1 8 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 ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waipuna Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 5 reviews

Certified self-contained campervans can stay between Sunday and Thursday for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 4 vehicles...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Donovan / Pioneer Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 5 reviews

Freedom camping in Te Puke for self contained campers at Donovan Park

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Orari River Mouth

Overnight Campervan parking

4.1 3 reviews

We have some of the most beautiful camping sites in the country and invite all visitors and locals to camp responsibly and to enjoy the best of...

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Waikane Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 3 reviews

Overnight parking for up to 2 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum 1 nights at Park Ave in Waikane Park.

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Kawatiri Beach Reserve – Westport

4.1 87 reviews

Welcome to the Kawatiri Beach Reserve

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

BMX Pump Track Carpark, Marine Parade

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 55 reviews

3 nights maximum stay Vehicles must have a current self-containment certificate.

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

(Mackenzie Waitaki RV Camping)

Edwards Stream

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 51 reviews

- Certified Self Contained vehicles only - Toilet - non flush - Picnic table - 3 night maximum stay - No fires

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Waikawa Recreation Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 47 reviews

Waikawa Recreation Reserve is A-OK for overnight free-camping

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Battiscombe Terrace, Waitara

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 22 reviews

The rules at this site are different from others, so please listen up! People freedom camping in NON SELF CONTAINED vehicles can stay for a...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Valonia Reserve, New Windsor

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 15 reviews

A maximum of four freedom camping vehicles may stay overnight in the area A person wishing to stay overnight must – (1) use a certified self...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Beach Road Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 14 reviews

Certified self-contained campervans can stay for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 2 vehicles per night, so it's first...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Tanners Point Utility Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 11 reviews

Campervan and motorhome free camping spot at Tanners Reserve

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