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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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North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷

Tukino 2wd Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

Analysis

Just like camping on Mars!

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Bulmers Landing

Lake Arapuni - Freedom Camping

8 Reviews

Analysis

Maximum 10 self contained Maximum 2 nights Security camera onsite Flushing toilets No rubbish bins River swims available

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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Everett Park Carparks

Everett Park Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

8 Reviews

Analysis

Self Contained Vehicles

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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Motiti Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

Analysis

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

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Long Bay Overnight Campervan Parking

7 Reviews

Analysis

Overnight campervan parking for self contained vehicles in the Long Bay reserve carpark. 10 vehicles Max. 1 Night max. $16 per booking

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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷

Prideaux Park Freedom Camping Area

Kawerau

5 Reviews

Analysis

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 ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

London's Ford Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

3 Reviews

Analysis

Londons Ford is a 2.428ha reserve and is the site of a former river ferry. It has river access for swimming and a flat, open, grassed area. Mature...

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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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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Winchester Bridge

Overnight Campervan Parking

30 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 ▷ 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 ▷ 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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South Island ▷ Central Otago ▷

Pinders Pond

Overnight Campervan Parking

20 Reviews

Analysis

Maximum 3 night stay

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Simpsons Beach Camp

16 Reviews

Analysis

Bookings required. Office hours vary.

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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷

Dunham Point Reserve

15 Reviews

Analysis

Casual Camping site along the Waikato river

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