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Camping with just the bare essentials in some of the most beautiful locations across NZ. Expect a non-flush toilet that's intermittently serviced. Anything more is a bonus.

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442 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 8 of 15.

South Island ▷ Wanaka Region ▷

Cameron Flat Campsite

Makarora

83%

51 Reviews

8 Face-to-Face

Analysis

The large campsite is located near the Makarora River, just 15 mins north of Makarora Township. The campsite is quite exposed on a fairly...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Lake Maraetai Camping Reserve

Mangakino

83%

40 Reviews

 Analysis

Free camping on the Mangakino Recreation reserve on the shore of Lake Maraetai.

South Island ▷ Kaikoura Region ▷

Puhi Puhi Camping

83%

36 Reviews

15 Face-to-Face

Analysis

This is a small peaceful grassy campsite with basic facilities close to Kaikoura. There is a short bushwalk to help stretch the legs. Please don...

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Belmont Regional Park

Dry Creek Valley Camping

83%

30 Reviews

 Analysis

If you like walking, mountain biking and stunning, well-earnt views, come camping at Dry Creek in Belmont Regional Park.

Urchin Camping Ground

North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Urchin Campsite

Kaimanawa Forest Park

83%

20 Reviews

 Analysis

Urchin Camping Ground is quite and remote. A great place to base yourself and cycle Tree Trunk Gorge, the Pillars of Hercules or go tramping...

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Wingatui Racecourse

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

13 Reviews

 Analysis

The Wingatui Racecourse on Gladstone Road in Mosgiel is operating as a Park over Property for camper vans and motor homes. Great location, quiet...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

POP 48 Marsden

83%

13 Reviews

 Analysis

Waterfront central Paihia

Anatori Beach

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Anatori River Camping Ground

83%

12 Reviews

 Analysis

Absolutely Stunning West Coast Freedom Camp

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Scotts Ferry Camping Ground

83%

10 Reviews

 Analysis
Mahurangi Regional Park

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Sullivans Bay Camping Ground

Mahurangi Regional Park

83%

10 Reviews

 Analysis

Gates open at 6am and close at 9 pm

Otaio Gorge Camping Ground

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Otaio Gorge Campsite

Gordons Valley

83%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

The Otaio Gorge Camping Ground is situated in a scenic reserve beside the forest and swim in the river. There are basic facilities here including...

Nice swimming areas. Nice fishing too.

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Manganuku Campsite

Waioeka Gorge

83%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

Very easily accessed, next to State Highway 2. Camping area surrounded by native bush, beside the river and near the historic Howe Truss bridge...

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Pourerere Beach Freedom Camping

83%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

From mid December until mid February each year a ‘permit application fee' applies. For the rest of the year permits must be obtained from Council...

Kuripapango Camping Ground

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Kuripapango (Ox Bow) Campsite

Kuripapango

83%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

An easily accessible campground beside the Napier-Taihape Rd near Kuripapango. 1 km gravel road off main road towards the river. The nearby...

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North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

The Cliffs East Taratahi

Overnight Campervan Parking

83%

4 Reviews

 Analysis
Piano Flat Camping Ground

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Piano Flat Campsite

Waikaia

83%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

The Piano Flat Camping Ground is a riverside campsite in a farmland area. There are picnic tables and BBQ's to utilise after a good walk in the...

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Observation Beach Campsite

Abel Tasman National Park

83%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

There is now a foot track down to the beach - awesome!

South Island ▷ Fiordland ▷

Cascade Creek Campsite

Milford Rd

82%

163 Reviews

39 Face-to-Face

Analysis

This large sheltered campsite is suitable for larger vehicles. There are lots of different areas to park up on and call your own and there is...

North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Mangahuia Campsite

Mount / Mt Ruapehu

82%

64 Reviews

22 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Easily accessed from State Highway 47 and very close to National Park Village. This campsite provides less facilities than nearby Whakapapa motorcamp...

Aussie Bay Camping Ground

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Aussie Bay Campsite

Queen Charlotte Sound

82%

57 Reviews

21 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Easily accessible along Queen Charlotte Drive, the Aussie Bay Camping Ground offers a quieter option with less facilities compared with nearby...

Lindis Pass Historic Hotel

South Island ▷ Wanaka Region ▷

Lindis Pass Historic Hotel Campsite

Nine Mile Historic Reserve

82%

42 Reviews

6 Face-to-Face

Analysis

A great opportunity to camp amongst historic ruins of a by-gone era at the Lindis Pass Historic Hotel. Enjoy the experience, but please don't...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Scandrett Regional Park Camping

82%

11 Reviews

 Analysis

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 ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Mimiha Campsite

82%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

Basic campsite near the stream - nice place to picnic or camp

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Bark Bay Campsite

Abel Tasman National Park

82%

3 Reviews

 Analysis
Sun rising on the campsite

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Loch Laird Camping Ground

Lake Benmore - Waitaki Valley

82%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

The Waitaki District Council looks after this campsite and for a small fee you can experience the goodness. Please register and pay on arrival...

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Lake Mahinapua Campsite

Mahinapua Scenic Reserve

81%

101 Reviews

32 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Camp beside Lake Mahinapua within forest surroundings. A popular overnight and day stop. Enjoy water sports in the lake.

South Island ▷ Fiordland ▷

Henry Creek Campsite

Milford Rd

81%

95 Reviews

35 Face-to-Face

Analysis

This campsite is the closest DOC campsite to Te Anau on the popular scenic drive to Milford Sound.

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Te Kopua Whanau Camping Ground

81%

43 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

Analysis

A very basic camping ground for $10 per person, per night. Situated away from the surf at Ocean Beach. A great place to watch a west coast sunset...

Puketi Campsite - Puketi Forest

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Puketi Recreation Area Campsite

Puketi and Omahuta Forests

81%

21 Reviews

6 Face-to-Face

Analysis

A real nature extravaganza! Camp at the edge of the Puketi Forest and have the chance to look out for kiwi and short-tailed bats, this is a great...

Amazing vistas from Hawdon Shelter Camping Ground

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Hawdon Shelter Campsite

Arthurs Pass

81%

20 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

The Hawdon Shelter Camping Ground is a huge camping area on the grassy flats surrounded by mature beech trees. This place could be a bit exposed...