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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 12 of 17.

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Arundel Bridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

11 Reviews

 Analysis

This is a Timaru District Council designated overnight camping spot for self-contained people only. Right on the edge of the river just off the...

Lucy's Gully - Camping under the trees.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Upper Lucys Gully Carpark

Egmont National Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

9 Reviews

 Analysis

It's a tight driveway up, suited to smaller vehicles. But Lucy's Gully has a couple of nice camping spots beneath the trees.

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Lake Elterwater

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

Camping in the rest area along side Lake Elterwater just north of the small township of Ward. This is a designated council camping spot. Lake...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Gordon Spratt Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained campervans can stay between Sunday and Thursday for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 6 vehicles...

Overnight Parking in the purple marked areas only.

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Trafalgar Park, Haven Foreshore

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

7 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained vehicles only Maximum 4 vehicles The area designated for camping is indicated by blue line making in the car park...

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Marine Parade Carpark (opposite # 54)

Paraparaumu Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

Beachfront carpark opposite number 54 Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach. Just 1 self contained campervan can stay a maximum of 1 night. First come...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Milford Lagoon

Freedom Camping

76%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

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

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Park Road, Maketu

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom Camping is excluded from the conclusion of Labour Weekend through to the conclusion of the following Easter Weekend. There is a 3 night...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Waitoko Stream Esplanade (Grahams Creek), Tairua

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

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

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Paengaroa Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

Campers and motorhomes with self-contained certification can park up at the Paengaroa Domain

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Maxwells Road Esplanade

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained campervans for up to 2 nights per calendar month at the Ngatai Road end. Nab your spot early - only 2 vehicles per night...

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Waikouaiti

Overnight Self Contained Campervan Parking

76%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

Self-contained campervans only. Freedom camping is allowed everywhere in Dundedin City Council area, as long as (a) the vehicle is self-contained...

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Salford Street

Edendale, Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

3 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 ▷

Vesey Stewart Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

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.

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North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Fieldway

Waikanae Beach Carpark - Overnight Campervan Parking

76%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

Overnight parking for up to 2 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum 1 night.

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Ormond Drive

Self Contained Freedom Camping

76%

1 Review

 Analysis

Self Contained Campers can stay on a choice of 10 or 11 grassy roadside areas, next to the sand dunes, adjoining the beach. Max 3 nights. No...

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Maruia Falls Carpark

Maruia Falls Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

75%

25 Reviews

 Analysis

Restricted to self contained vehicles, for 4 nights maximum in a single calendar month, between 5 pm and 9 am the following day

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Buxton Square Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

75%

13 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained vehicles only. Maximum 23 vehicles. The area designated for camping is indicated by blue line making in the car...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Marine Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

75%

12 Reviews

 Analysis

There are 2 Marine Park Carparks. Marine park 1 - 8 Parks (available any time) Marine Park 2 - 3 parks (available any time) Certified...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Kaiate Falls Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

75%

11 Reviews

 Analysis

Self-contained freedom campers can stay at Kaiate Falls Scenic Reserve for up to three nights

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Motupipi Carpark

Takaka - Overnight Campervan Parking

75%

9 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom camping within Motupipi Car Park is restricted to certified self contained vehicles only. Self contained vehicles must park in the designated...

Overnight Parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Rodney Street Carpark, Wellsford

Overnight Campervan Parking

75%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

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

Parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Maraetai Dressing Sheds Reserve

Overnight Parking

75%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

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

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Hinds River Scenic Reserve

Mayfield - Overnight Campervan Parking

75%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

The Ashburton District Council provides this service for self-contained free camping - to be found along the Inland Scenic Route. Choice guys...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Moore Park, Katikati

Overnight Campervan Parking

75%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

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.

Parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Wingate Reserve, Avondale

Overnight campervan Parking

75%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

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

Parking in green area only

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Putaruru Town Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

75%

1 Review

 Analysis

Certified Self Contained vehicles only. Maximum of 2 night stay in a calendar month.

Parking in outlined areas

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

South Waikato Sport and Events Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

75%

1 Review

 Analysis

Freedom camping is restricted to Self-Contained Vehicles only; Maximum of two consecutive nights in any calendar month; Freedom camping is restricted...

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Normanby Domain, Normanby

Overnight Campervan Parking

75%

1 Review

 Analysis

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waihi Beach Community Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

75%

1 Review

 Analysis

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.