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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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483 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 6 of 17.

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Bourke's Lookout, Patea

Ovenight Campervan Parking

4.4 4 reviews

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Tupare

Overnight Camping

4.4 3 reviews

Soak up the atmosphere of this stunningly landscaped garden and unique homestead. Tūpare has recently earned the NZ Gardens Trust highest six...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waihi Beach Community Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 2 reviews

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 ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Centennial Park

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 1 review

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 ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Firmin Lodge

Kawerau, Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 1 review

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Blackball Dumpstation

4.4 1 review

Recreation Reserve Town Belt South Blackball SC carpark for a gold coin donation on gravel area next to park

South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Moonlight Track Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.4 1 review

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Laurie Southwick Parade, Gulf Harbour

Freedom Camping

4.3 96 reviews

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

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Hanmer Field Base and Picnic Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.3 95 reviews

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...

Wairau Diversion is a worth a diversion.

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Wairau Diversion Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.3 81 reviews

Overnight Freedom Camping on the coast at Wairau Diversion Reserve. Great fishing and white-baiting spot. Good surfing too when there's an easterly...

Wildlife reserve full of birds on the side of the Pukaki canal

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Lake Poaka Campsite

Lake Poaka Conservation Area - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.3 77 reviews

Wildlife reserve full of birds on the side of the Pukaki canal. Camp right alongside the lake. Use this campsite as a base for recreational...

North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Huka/Aratiatia Rapids Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

4.3 72 reviews

South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Lake Opuha

Bennetts Road

4.3 56 reviews

Self-Contained Camping

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

North Egmont Carparks

Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki - Overnight Campervan Parking

4.3 46 reviews

*** The visitor centre at the North Egmont Road end is being rebuilt, along with the carpark. A temporary (small) visitor centre is in a portacom...

Currently closed for construction...

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