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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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481 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 2 of 17.

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Omokoroa

Cooney Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

4 Reviews

Analysis

Freedom camping is allowed for campervans and motorhomes with self-containment certification at Cooney Reserve in Omokoroa, 15 minutes north of...

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Mana Bay, Patea Beach

Overnight Campervan Parking

3 Reviews

Analysis

2 designated carparks at beachfront, 6 designated carparks and tenting options allowed at riverside carpark.

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Monkey Island, Orepuki

Overnight Campervan Parking and Walk

81 Reviews

14 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Freedom campers are allowed to stay for up to 28 days per calendar year. Monkey Island can be reached by foot at a low tide, and offers good...

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Rays Rest Camping Reserve

Kaiaua

50 Reviews

Analysis

Rays Rest Reserve in Miranda is located beachside, next to the Taramaire Wildlife Refuge Reserve. The Hauraki District Council allows free-camping...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

TECT Park – Freedom Camping Site

49 Reviews

Analysis

CLOSED - 20 May 2024 for two weeks to undertake urgent maintenance. Tect Park is made up of 1650 hectares forest land administered by the Western...

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Cust Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

45 Reviews

Analysis

Freedom campers are asked to assist by: - removing all rubbish, solid or liquid waste from the camping site when leaving - disposing of rubbish...

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South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Warrington Reserve

Overnight Self Contained Campervans, Tents allowed

33 Reviews

Analysis

Overnight camping in self-contained vehicles and tents.

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Not a huge carpark, but what a location:)

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Castlepoint Carpark

Castlepoint Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

32 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

Analysis

One of the most spectacular sites along the Wairarapa coastline!

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Port Ohope Boat Ramp

Overnight Campervan Parking

27 Reviews

Analysis

This one is a goody

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South Island ▷ Central Otago ▷

Gabriels Gully Historic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

21 Reviews

Analysis

Stand on the spot where gold rush history was made in New Zealand!

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Island View Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

18 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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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

The Strand Freedom Camping Area, Reefton

17 Reviews

Analysis

Welcome to The Strand

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Snells Beach

Overnight Campervan Parking - Sunburst Avenue

9 Reviews

Analysis

- No more than 5 vehicles allowed - Open 5pm to 10am - Maximum stay of 2 nights allowed - Must be self-contained - No tents allowed

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Parry Kauri Park, Warkworth

Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

Analysis

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...

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