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Bay of Islands, Northland

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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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485 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 4 of 17.

North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

National Army Museum

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

43 Reviews

 Analysis

Park at the back of the Museum in the last bay of the car park closest to the old Headquarters building - this location provides a bigger area...

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Iveagh Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

38 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

CERTIFIED SELF CONTAINED ONLY All freedom campers are limited to three nights in any one location and ten nights overall in any calendar month...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Parua Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

31 Reviews

 Analysis

Beachside reserve with large flat grassy area and boat ramp access. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Wellingtons Bay, Main Reserve (Whangaumu Reserve)

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

19 Reviews

 Analysis

Closed to campers between 18 December and 8 February inclusive each year. Open to day trippers only during that period. ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Rotary Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

16 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained campervans can stay for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 3 vehicles per night, so it's first...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Tangiora Avenue

Whangapoua, Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

16 Reviews

 Analysis

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of two consecutive nights, departure by 9am. Park only between the...

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Winton

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

15 Reviews

 Analysis

Self-contained vehicles only. Self-contained camping up to 7 nights in any 30 day period.

Overnight parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Whisper Cove, Snells Beach

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

12 Reviews

 Analysis

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...

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Wakapuaka Reserve Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

11 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained vehicles only Maximum 3 vehicles Council enforces the vehicle limit under their Bylaw and a $200 infringement fine...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Royal Billy Point Reserve

Pauanui, Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

10 Reviews

 Analysis

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of two consecutive nights, departure by 9am. Park only between the...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Hauraki District Council Area Office Carpark, Orchard West Road, Ngatea

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

The carpark area is behind the Council building. Freedom camping is restricted to designatedcarparks. Note: Freedom camping is not permitted on...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Otamarakau Beach Access

Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

A private, beachside parking spot for self contained vehicles. There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period at this site...

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Eastwoodhill Arboretum

89%

4 Reviews

 Analysis

Regarded as the most comprehensive collection of Northern Hemisphere trees south of the equator.

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Arataki Visitor Centre Overnight Campervan Parking

89%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

Self-contained campervans can stay 1 night in summer (daylight saving), 2 nights in winter (non-daylight saving) Max 8 vehicles $16 per...

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Laurie Southwick Parade, Gulf Harbour

Freedom Camping

88%

88 Reviews

 Analysis

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

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Ocean View Reserve Carpark, Dunedin

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

40 Reviews

 Analysis

If you are in a vehicle then you are welcome here. Please make sure you adhere to the area permitted which is shown on the maps onsite and with...

South Island ▷ Central Otago ▷

Lake Dunstan / Bendigo

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

34 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

These camping areas are free for everyone to enjoy, if they follow some simple guidelines. These include: not lighting fires using the rubbish...

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Timona Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

27 Reviews

 Analysis

Large open park beside the river.

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Garden Rd Carpark

Raumati Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

19 Reviews

 Analysis

This carpark is well situated being right on the beach and very close to local Raumati Village shops. Overnight parking for up to 3 self contained...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Ocean Beach, South End, Pauanui

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

18 Reviews

 Analysis

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of two consecutive nights, departure by 9am. Park only between the...

South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Katiki Beach North Reserve Rest Stop

88%

17 Reviews

 Analysis

The small reserve at the north end of Katiki beach is available for overnight parking for self-contained vans. There is room for large vans, but...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Mercury Bay Council Area Office Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

14 Reviews

 Analysis

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of two consecutive nights, departure by 9am. Area only available for...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

West Oxford Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

14 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...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Waihao Box, Willowbridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

12 Reviews

 Analysis

Park up close to the coast and watch the sun rise. The Waimate District Council has OK-ed this area for the use of self-contained campers for...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Brighton Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

10 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom Camping is prohibited from the third week of December to 10th February. There is a 3 night maximum stay in any 4 week consecutive period...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Motunau Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

8 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.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Whanganui East Club

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

Available to self-contained campervans only

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Hayward Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

88%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom camping area for self-contained campers at Hayward Park, Te Puke

South Island ▷ Central Otago ▷

Lowburn Harbour

Overnight Campervan Parking

87%

103 Reviews

7 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Self-contained campers only, 3 night stay maximum These camping areas are free for everyone to enjoy, if you follow some simple guidelines...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Hanmer Field Base and Picnic Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

87%

89 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Freedom camping available by the workshop. No camping in the picnic area by the office. The local Community Board lock the gate to this picnic...