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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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North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Tangarakau Gorge

Overnight Campervan Parking

5 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

(Overnight Campervan Parking)

Te Puna Station Road Reserve

1 Review

Analysis

Self-contained vehicles only. Maximum 3 night stay in any 4 week consecutive period (beginning on the first night).

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Centennial Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

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.

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Mount Greens

Freedom Camping

1 Review

Analysis

Must fit within the confines of a marked and formed parking space from 7am to 8pm. Between the hours of 8pm to 7am vehicles must be parked within...

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Wellsford Community Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

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...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Jubilee Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

5 Reviews

Analysis

Campervans and motorhomes can freedom camp at Te Puke's Jubilee Park for up to 3 nights

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Apata Hall (Old Site)

Overnight Campervan Parking

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.

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Maketu Surf Club

Overnight Campervan Parking

2 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...

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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Matahi Spit, Lake Rotomā

Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

Analysis

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

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North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Southern Access Corridor

Kaimanawa Forest Park - Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

Analysis

Restrictions are: 1. Self Contained only 2. Duration of stay no more than 4 consecutive nights in any one calendar month. So, as long...

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Mangakino

Waipapa Hydro Dam - Overnight Campervan Parking

1 Review

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Manaia Domain Carpark, Manaia

Overnight Campervan Parking

no Reviews

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Lake Moananui Carpark North

Overnight Campervan Parking

no Reviews

Analysis

Certified Self Contained Vehicles only Maximum 2-night stay in any calendar month Parking is permitted between 6pm - 8am

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Glenshea Park Carparks, Putaruru

Overnight Campervan Parking

no Reviews

Analysis

Self Contained Motorhomes only Maximum 2 consecutive nights in a calendar month

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