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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

Region

All Regions

Overnight Rules

Any rules

Site Cost

Any cost

Page 8 of 17 | 487 locations ranked by score

487 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 8 of 17.

211

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Moanaroa Reserve

Lake Karapiro - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 30 reviews

212

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Marsden Bay Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 25 reviews

Carpark at the beachfront reserve. Park under the trees on the gravel and between the signs. ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED. One night maximum...

Views along the coast with the port on the other side of the harbour.

213

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Reotahi

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 19 reviews

Campervan and caravan parking within the gravel parking area. Views along the coast and over to the port. Short walk down to a nice beach for...

214

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Tangiora Avenue

Whangapoua, Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 19 reviews

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

215

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Beach Road Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 15 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...

216

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Uruwhenua Bridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 5 reviews

217

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waipuna Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 5 reviews

Certified self-contained campervans can stay between 7pm Sunday and 10am Friday for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only...

218

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Puketoki Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 4 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.

219

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Stratford Mountain House Carparks

Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 3 reviews

220

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Marine Parade Carpark (opposite # 69)

Paraparaumu Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 2 reviews

Beachfront carpark opposite number 69 Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach. Up to 2 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum of 1 night.

Kawatiri Beach Reserve Freedom Camping Area

221

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Kawatiri Beach Reserve – Westport

4.1 88 reviews

Welcome to the Kawatiri Beach Reserve

222

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Onewhero Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 22 reviews

Stay for a maximum of two nights. Suitable for non self-contained vehicles.

223

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Valonia Reserve, New Windsor

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.1 17 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...

224

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Hukuwai Reserve, Hukuwai Beach

4.1 13 reviews

Spectacular Hukuwai Beach is 3km east of Opotiki, off SH35. The designated camping area is small, tucked between regenerating coastal bush and...

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