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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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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Waikaia

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Hunter Estate Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

A free camping area south of Katikati on SH2

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Duxfield Reserve, Putaruru

Overnight Campervan Parking

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

North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Ohura

Overnight Campervan Parking

Camping is allowed in the area adjacent to Tui Street between the Memorial Hall and the Mangaroa Stream. 1 Night stay in any calendar month.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Rukumoana Reserve, Eltham

Overnight Campervan Parking

Caution should be taken in the winter months as the ground can be soft. 24km east of Eltham.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Opunake Recreation Ground Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

Western carpark area only

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

All Day Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

This is a Waitaki District Council designated freedom camping spot. A primo spot looking out over the beach, you can walk along the beach to Campbells...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Paeroa (Maritime Park)

Overnight Campervan Parking

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Atiu Creek Camping Ground

Atiu Creek Regional Park

From the main car park, take the metal road past the toilet block, following the directional signs for the next 3.1km to the campground. You...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Hauraki District Council carpark, off Mueller Street and Haszard Street, Waihi

Overnight Campervan Parking

Freedom camping is restricted to designated carparks. 2 nights maximum Self-contained vehicles only

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Tikipunga Sports Park

Camping permitted from 18 December to Northland/Auckland Anniversary day, each year. Self-contained camping in designated sites or marked...

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Edendale

Overnight Camping

Certified self-contained vehicle only You may stay up to seven days in any 30 day period Camping in tents, cars, and vehicles...

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Tokoroa Town Centre, Roslin Street

Overnight Campervan Parking

Self Contained Vehicles only Max 2 night stay in a Calendar Month

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Tokoroa Town Centre O'Sullivan Dr

Overnight Campervan Parking

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

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All the great camping sites on your iPhone™, iPad™ or Android™ phone or tablet. Avoid camping penalties using this council approved app. Featuring offline maps.