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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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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Tikipunga Sports Park

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

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

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

Overnight Campervan Parking

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

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Hulme Street, Otautau

Overnight Campervan Parking

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You may freedom camp in the designated area for a maximum of 4 nights in any 30 day period. You must be self-contained.

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South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Waikouaiti Beach

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An unofficial freedom camping spot with toilets by the sports fields. Right on the beach.

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Waikaia

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Tokoroa Town Centre, Roslin Street

Overnight Campervan Parking

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

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Wyndham

Overnight Campervan Parking

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Certified self-contained vehicle only Up to 7 nights in any 30 day period. Dogs must be on a leash in the freedom camping area...

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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Kumara Carpark Freedom Camping

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Freedom camping permitted in SC vehicles only. You can stay up to 3 nights in a calendar month.

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

502 Mackay Street, Thames

Overnight Campervan Parking

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3 marked spaces in the south-east corner of the car park opposite the entrance to the bowling club indicated by signs Time: 5pm to 8am Maximum...

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Edendale

Overnight Camping

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

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Tokoroa CBD

Overnight Campervan Parking

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Glenshea Park Carparks, Putaruru

Overnight Campervan Parking

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

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Hunter Estate Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

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A free camping area south of Katikati on SH2

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Kruger Street, Balfour

Overnight Campervan Parking

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

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North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Te Ahiaua Reserve Freedom Camping

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Te Ahiaua (The Pipi Beds) is a wonderful freedom camping spot near the mouth of the Waiotahe river and close to the huge white sand sweep of Waiotahe...