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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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South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Crown Range Summit

Overnight Campervan Parking

37 Reviews

Analysis

Vehicles must be self contained.

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Paku Drive, Tairua

Overnight Freedom Parking

31 Reviews

Analysis

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

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Omara Boat Ramp Reserve

Matarangi, Overnight Campervan Parking

28 Reviews

Analysis

All freedom campers must be certified self-contained. Maximum stay of two consecutive nights, departure by 9am. Location - Eastern side...

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Margaret Griffen park, Mt Roskill

Overnight campervan parking

24 Reviews

Analysis

A maximum of ten 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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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Woodville Ferry Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

22 Reviews

Analysis

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Morrinsville Recreation Ground freedom camping area

21 Reviews

Analysis

Self-contained freedom campers can park up at the Morrinsville Recreation Ground

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Island View Reserve, Whangamata

Overnight Campervan Parking

21 Reviews

Analysis

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

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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

McMillan Road Freedom Camping Area

16 Reviews

Analysis

Welcome to McMillan Road

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Simpsons Beach Camp

16 Reviews

Analysis

Bookings required. Office hours vary.

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Duvauchelle

Overnight Campervan Parking

10 Reviews

Analysis

Only certified self-contained vehicles are permitted to camp in this area, for a maximum stay of 2 nights in any 30-day period. Please see...

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Whangamata isite Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

10 Reviews

Analysis

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

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South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Kawarau Historic Bridge Carparks

Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

Analysis

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South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

Lake Opuha

Opuha Gorge Road

6 Reviews

Analysis

No camping allowed between 23rd of Dec till second Monday of Jan. Max. 3 nights.

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Jim Barnett Reserve

Overnight Camping

6 Reviews

Analysis

Thirteen different tracks meander through the Jim Barnett Reserve. The tracks are of varying lengths, but all are easy walking with a few short...

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South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷

Harwood Domain

Freedom Camping

3 Reviews

Analysis

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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Kawatiri Beach Reserve – Westport

82 Reviews

Analysis

Welcome to the Kawatiri Beach Reserve

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North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

BMX Pump Track Carpark, Marine Parade

Overnight Campervan Parking

50 Reviews

Analysis

3 nights maximum stay Vehicles must have a current self-containment certificate.

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South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Waikawa Recreation Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

46 Reviews

6 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Waikawa Recreation Reserve is A-OK for overnight free-camping

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South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

(Mackenzie Waitaki RV Camping)

Edwards Stream

Overnight Campervan Parking

43 Reviews

Analysis

- Certified Self Contained vehicles only - Toilet - non flush - Picnic table - 3 night maximum stay - No fires

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North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Lake Domain Reserve

South Wairarapa - Overnight Campervan Parking

41 Reviews

Analysis

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North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Oraka Reserve, Mahia

Freedom Camping Site

30 Reviews

Analysis

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Moanaroa Reserve

Lake Karapiro - Overnight Campervan Parking

29 Reviews

Analysis

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Winchester Bridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

29 Reviews

Analysis

This is a Timaru District Council designated self-contained freedom camping spot - you can stay here for up to 3 nights (arrive after 4pm, leave...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Marsden Bay Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

23 Reviews

Analysis

Carpark at the beachfront reserve. Park under the trees on the gravel and between the signs. ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED. One night maximum...

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

'The Point' Ngaruawahia Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

19 Reviews

Analysis

The Waikato District Council allows certified self-contained campervans and motorhomes to park overnight (10pm - 9am) at 'The Point' at Ngaruawahia...