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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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483 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 13 of 17.

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Cox's Bay Esplanade, Herne Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.7 17 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Whangarei Falls Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.7 15 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Pohlen Park freedom camping area

3.7 15 reviews

Campervans that have self-containment certification can camp at the Pohlen Park car park

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Buxton Square Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.7 14 reviews

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

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Hingaia Reserve, Papakura

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.7 11 reviews

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...

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Church Hill Carpark, Warkworth

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.7 7 reviews

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...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Maxwells Road Esplanade

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.7 6 reviews

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 ▷ Canterbury ▷

Hinds River Scenic Reserve

Mayfield - Overnight Campervan Parking

3.7 5 reviews

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 ▷

Waihi Memorial RSA

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.7 4 reviews

North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Matahi Spit, Lake Rotomā

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.7 2 reviews

Matahi Spit (Scenic Reserve) can be accessed via State Highway 30. It is an approximately 30 minute drive from Rotorua central city. There is...

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Aparima Bridge Reserve

Thornbury - freedom camping area

3.7 2 reviews

Camping is allowed for up to 28 days at the Aparima Bridge Reserve in Thornbury, Southland. Thornbury is a small settlement about 10 minutes north...

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Pohangina Recreation Reserve (The Domain)

Overnight Campervan parking

3.7 1 review

Self-contained vehicles only. Campers can stay up to five nights in a 30-day period. Water is non-potable

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Marine Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.7 15 reviews

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

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Queen Elizabeth II Drive Gardens

Overnight Campervan Parking

3.7 8 reviews

Certified self-contained vehicles only. Only certified self-contained vehicles can stay here in any of the available defined car parking areas...

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