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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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482 items with the highest ranking score first, showing page 9 of 17.

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

AH Reed Memorial Park, Whareora Road Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

18 Reviews

 Analysis

ABSOLUTELY NO TENTS ALLOWED One night maximum. You must park in the designated site that is indicated by signage. If the site is full...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Kapanga Road

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

15 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 ▷ Waikato ▷

Keeleys Landing

Freedom Camping

81%

12 Reviews

 Analysis
Overnight Parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Taumanu Reserve, Onehunga

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

11 Reviews

 Analysis

A maximum of five freedom camping vehicles may stay overnight in the area A person wishing to stay overnight must – (1) use a certified self...

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Brown Street, Thames

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

10 Reviews

 Analysis

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

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Aickin Road Sports Reserve, Whangamata

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

9 Reviews

 Analysis

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

Innercity campervan overnight parking on Campbell Street

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

82 Campbell Street, Palmerston North

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

9 Reviews

 Analysis

Free Inner city parking for your motorhome. Close to services, cafe's, theatre and more.

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Egans Park Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

8 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 ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Red Bridge Reserve

81%

7 Reviews

 Analysis

Red Bridge Reserve is for certified self-contained vehicles only. Maximum of 50 vehicles parking in the reserve only. Two-night stay only...

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Bartlett's Ford Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

Bartletts Ford is a 0.6250ha reserve with the river running alongside. It is popular for casual summer recreation with river access, swimming...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Te Moana Gorge

Four Peaks

81%

3 Reviews

 Analysis

This is a Timaru District Council designated freedom camping spot for stays up to 30 days. Fires are prohibited as there is a forest nearby. Gas...

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Dannevirke Town Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

North Island ▷ Wairarapa ▷

Alfredton Domain

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

North Island ▷ Tairāwhiti Gisborne ▷

Clyde Court Carpark, Wairoa

Freedom Camping Site

81%

2 Reviews

 Analysis
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Overnight parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Uxbridge Road, Howick village

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

A maximum of seven freedom camping vehicles may stay overnight in the area A person wishing to stay overnight must – (1) use a certified self...

North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷

Marine Parade Carpark (opposite # 62)

Paraparaumu Beach - Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

Beachfront carpark opposite number 62 Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach. Up to 2 self contained campervans that can stay a maximum of 1 night.

North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Ngapaeruru Scenic Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

81%

2 Reviews

 Analysis

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

W F Moss Scenic Reserve Picnic Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

43 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Closest Freedom Camping to the Abel Tasman

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Montgomery Square Carpark

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

33 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified self-contained vehicles only. Maximum 25 vehicles. The area designated for camping is indicated by blue line making in the car...

North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷

Hinemaiaia Reserve Carparks

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

25 Reviews

 Analysis

This place is not suitable for large vehicles. Medium to small, self contained vehicles only. There are multiple sites up the gravel road that...

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Decks Reserve Carpark, Motueka

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

25 Reviews

 Analysis

Self-contained Vehicles only

North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Tararu Beachfront North Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

19 Reviews

 Analysis

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

North Island ▷ Hawkes Bay ▷

Foreshore Reserve Carpark

Napier, Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

15 Reviews

 Analysis

Parked in the 8 designated and marked parks. · Maximum stay is two consecutive nights · No tents · No fires · No alcohol · Non self-contained...

South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

North Beach Car Park

Freedom Camping

80%

10 Reviews

 Analysis

Freedom camping prohibited at weekends (7pm Fridays – 7pm Sundays) between 1 October and 1 May. At other times, freedom camping is allowed...

North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷

Everett Park Carparks

Everett Park Scenic Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

Self Contained Vehicles

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Bascule Carpark, Whangarei

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

8 Reviews

 Analysis

Self-contained and non self- contained vehicles in designated site or marked parking spaces only 8 marked sites (4 for large, wide vans, 4...

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Harrisons Cut

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

8 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...

Overnight parking in blue area

North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Port Albert Wharf Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

6 Reviews

 Analysis

A maximum of 10 self-contained vehicles can stay overnight in the area designated for freedom camping. If you want to stay overnight in this...

South Island ▷ Southland ▷

Thornbury Bridge Picnic Area

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷

Waikareao Foreshore Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

80%

5 Reviews

 Analysis

Certified, self-contained campervans can stay up to 2 nights at Waikareao Foreshore Reserve. Maximum 3 vehicles per night, first-come, first-served...