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Freedom Camping Sites

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.

Freedom Camping Locations

Region

All Regions

Overnight Rules

Any rules

Site Cost

Any cost

Page 5 of 17 | 485 locations ranked by score

485 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 5 of 17.

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Moray Terrace

Fortrose township - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 61 reviews

Freedom camping in Fortrose township, Catlins, Southland

North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Little Waipa Reserve

Lake Karapiro

4.4 58 reviews

Little Waipa reserve is on the banks of Lake Karapiro and accessed via Horahora road, it’s a popular spot for day-trippers. It is slightly elevated...

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

North River Bank

Otaki Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 40 reviews

Overnight parking for up to 6 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum 2 nights at the Otaki River North Bank, Otaki Beach.

Overnight Parking area + Grassy area in front

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Paku Drive, Tairua

Overnight Freedom Parking

4.4 38 reviews

Freedom Camping at Tairua, Paku Drive opposite the surf club. Site to be vacated by 9am. All freedom campers must be certified self-contained...

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Paringa

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 37 reviews

Please do not park in the bus turning circle under any circumstances, vehicles parking there will be towed.

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Castlepoint Carpark

Castlepoint Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 35 reviews

One of the most spectacular sites along the Wairarapa coastline!

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Parua Bay

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 34 reviews

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

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Hanmer Springs River Reserve, Hanmer Springs

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 32 reviews

Freedom camping is only permitted in the signposted area. Freedom camping is prohibited elsewhere in the reserve. No more than 10 vehicles at...

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Grey River

Greymouth - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 21 reviews

On the north side of the river just off SH6, just down from the main bridge off Nelson Quay on the left hand side of the road. Quite an exposed...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Waihao Box, Willowbridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 20 reviews

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 ▷

McAlister Street Carpark Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 11 reviews

Self-contained, 48 hours limit, 5 designated car park sites. Maximum possible motor vehicle length: 10 metres. Dog leash area.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Middleton Bay Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 9 reviews

Via Heaphy Road at the corner of Halse Place. Three designated parks at the northern end of the carpark.

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Midway Beach surf club car park

Freedom Camping

4.4 9 reviews

Freedom camping

North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Prideaux Park Freedom Camping Area

Kawerau

4.4 5 reviews

Prideaux Park is the most widely used site because of its central location. It is a short stroll to town, the Kawerau i-SITE and also Kawerau...

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Pemberton Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 3 reviews

Certified self-contained campervans can stay between Sunday and Thursday for up to 2 nights per calendar month. Nab your spot early - only 2 vehicles...