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Bay of Islands, Northland

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Freedom Camping Locations

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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482 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 11 of 17.

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Two Ponga Park, Okaihau

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

17 Reviews

 Analysis

- Self-contained only - Two vehicle limit - Maximum stay of two consecutive nights

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Foreshore Reserve Carpark

Napier, Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

14 Reviews

 Analysis

Parked in the 8 designated and marked parks. · Maximum stay is two consecutive nights · No tents · No fires · No alcohol · Non self-contained...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Carlton Street Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

9 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained vehicles only, maximum of six vehicles per night. No more than two nights per calendar month.

Camping in Blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Barry Curtis Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

9 Reviews

 Analysis

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

North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Tukino Mountain Road

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

Large gravel and sand area just off the Desert Road - State Highway 1. Stunning views of Mt Ruapehu on a clear day Very exposed to the weather...

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Maraetotara Falls Reserve

Freedom Camping

78%

7 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

At the Maraetotara Falls Reserve, certified self-contained campervans and motorhomes can freedom camp for a maximum of two nights. Short bush...

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Albion Street Carpark, Hawera

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

7 Reviews

 Analysis

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Broadpark, Waimairi Beach

Freedom Camping

78%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained camping vehicles only. Must move to a new location after two nights. Max stay of four nights in any 30 days in the City...

Not Operating

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Bartlett's Ford Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

Bartletts Ford is a 0.6250ha reserve with the river running alongside. It is popular for casual summer recreation with river access, swimming...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Uretara Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

Free camping at Uretara Domain in Katikati, NZ's mural town

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Shine Falls

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Babbage Place

Overnight Campervan Parking

78%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

Available to self-contained campervans only

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Danby Field

Overnight Freedom Parking

77%

27 Reviews

 Analysis

Maxiumum 2 nights. Self Contained Campers Only.

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Kaiti Beach

Freedom Camping

77%

23 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom camping on a beach, super close to Gisborne City. For Self Contained vehicles only. Parks within painted blue lines 3 Nights Max...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Taylor Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

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...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Naval Point Freedom Camping Area

77%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained campervans can stay for up to two nights in any 30 day period in the signposted freedom camping area. Camping is now...

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Mangaoraka Carpark

Egmont National Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

Small carpark, surrounded by trees and a great grassy area with picnic tables. There's a 30 minute loop track nearby - a bonus in the morning...

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Gladstone Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Ngunguru Library

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom Camping

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Hauraki District Council Carpark, Marshall Street, Paeroa

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom camping is restricted to designated carparks and the directly adjacent grass area. 2 nights maximum Self-contained vehicles only...

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Eketahuna Club

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Tye Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

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 ▷ Taranaki ▷

Halse Place, Opunake

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

Between Heaphy and Longfellow Roads, opposite the Opunake Recreation Grounds. Maximum of 12 vehicles.

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Ayr Street, Limehills

Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

You may freedom camp in the designated area for a maximum of 7 nights in any 30 day period. You must be self-contained.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Lindemann Lookout Reserve Overnight Campervan Parking

77%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

Self-contained campervans/motorhomes/RVs can free camp at the Lindemann Road Lookout for up to 3 nights, thanks to the Western Bay of Plenty District...

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Thomas Burns Street Carpark, Dunedin

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

29 Reviews

 Analysis

The Thomas Burns Car park will be closed to all users from 4pm Friday 31 January 2025 to 12 midnight Saturday 1 February 2025 for the Chinese...

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Wynen Street carpark

Blenheim - Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

22 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom Camping in Central Blenheim. Max 5 Campers.

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Awanui Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

18 Reviews

 Analysis

- Self-contained only - Six vehicle limit - Maximum stay of two consecutive nights

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Whangarei Falls Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

15 Reviews

 Analysis

ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED One night maximum. Vehicles must be self contained. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by...

South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Diamond Lake (Glenorchy)

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

11 Reviews

 Analysis