Waikato

Whakamaru Recreation Area

Whakamaru Recreation Area camping in Waikato. Contact local authorities to confirm facilities, fees and booking details for this North Island campsite.

Abbassia Camp

Abbassia Camp in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand. Check with local authorities for current facilities, access and booking information before visiting.

Helwan Camp

Helwan Camp is an NZDF military facility in Manawatū-Whanganui, not open to public camping. Contact the Defence Force for access information.

Tīeke Marae/kāinga Campsite

John Coull Campsite

Boat-access backcountry campsite on the Whanganui Journey in Whanganui National Park, managed by DOC with basic facilities and native birdlife.

Poukaria Campsite

Poukaria Campsite: boat-access backcountry camping on the Whanganui Journey. DOC-managed with toilets, seasonal bookings required October–April.

Mangapapa Campsite

Mangapapa Campsite in Whanganui National Park is a boat-access DOC site on the Whanganui Journey, offering basic facilities for paddlers and river travellers.

Mangatutu Hot Springs Campsite

Oakura Holiday Park

Oakura Holiday Park in Taranaki offers powered sites, tent camping, caravans, showers and toilets near New Plymouth and Oakura Beach's surf and swimming.

Stratford Holiday Park

Stratford Holiday Park in Taranaki offers motel units, cabins, backpackers lodge and powered sites near Mount Taranaki with easy access to regional attractions.

Whakahoro Campsite

Bushlands Campground

Bushlands Campground on the Forgotten World Highway offers riverside camping, cabins, and powered sites in native bush along the Tangarakau River, Manawatū-Whanganui.

Oakura Beach Holiday Park

Oakura Beach Holiday Park in Taranaki offers powered sites, tent camping and beachfront units 15 minutes from New Plymouth, with coastal access and amenities.

Kaupokonui Beach Camp

Kaupokonui Beach Camp near Manaia offers powered sites, tent camping, cabins, dump point, showers, WiFi and barbecue facilities – no dogs allowed.

Awastone

Awastone campground in Mangaweka offers riverside camping with powered and non-powered sites, summer café, river activities, and free wifi along State Highway 1.

Eskdale Holiday Park

Family-friendly holiday park on the Esk River near Napier, with tent and powered sites, cabins, caravans, pet-friendly facilities, and free WiFi.

Napier Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Beachfront holiday park on nine acres north of Napier with 26 units, tent sites, playground, cafe and direct beach access across Hawke's Bay.

Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park

Beachfront holiday park in New Plymouth with tent sites, caravan pitches, modern facilities & direct access to the Coastal Walkway. Family-friendly amenities.

New Plymouth Top 10 Holiday Park

New Plymouth Top 10 Holiday Park in Fitzroy offers heated pool, spa, sauna and sheltered powered sites for exploring Taranaki's west coast attractions.

Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park and Motels

Seaside holiday park in New Plymouth with caravan and tent sites, motel units, ocean views and direct Coastal Walkway access. Showers, kitchen and BBQ facilities.

Waitara Marine Park Motor Camp

Waitara Marine Park Motor Camp offers beachfront camping near the river mouth with cabins, powered sites and adjacent reserve facilities in Taranaki.

Patea Beach Motor Camp

Rivermouth motor camp in Patea, South Taranaki, with campsites and chalets near black sand beach. Operated by Carlyle Beach Camp in a welcoming coastal setting.

Ohawe Beach Camp

Ohawe Beach Camp near Hawera offers low-cost camping on South Taranaki's rugged coast. Dog-friendly, with fishing, coastal walks and basic facilities.

Ocean 87

Ocean 87 campsite near Havelock North offers powered and unpowered sites on rural land close to beaches and Hawke's Bay wine country.

Tongariro Holiday Park

Tongariro Holiday Park in Tongariro National Park offers powered and non-powered campsites plus cabins near the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, operating seasonally.

Kuripapango (Ox Bow) Campsite

Ohakune Top 10 Holiday Park

Ohakune Top 10 Holiday Park offers powered camping sites near Tongariro National Park with communal facilities, playground, spa pool and ski drying room.

West Shore Holiday Park

West Shore Holiday Park in Hawke's Bay offers powered caravan and tent sites with showers, toilets and drinking water. Contact directly for bookings.

River's Edge Holiday Park

River's Edge Holiday Park, Waipawa: 50 powered sites, tent sites, on-site caravans, communal kitchen, laundry, shared facilities and pet-friendly by arrangement.

Hawke's Bay Holiday Park

Hawke's Bay Holiday Park in Napier offers powered and non-powered sites for caravans and tents, 6km from Napier with water facilities available.

Simpsons Domain Campsite

Te Ngutu o te Manu Battlesite and Historic Reserve

Historic South Taranaki reserve with basic camping, toilets and playground. Site of 1868 battle led by Riwha Tītokowaru. Managed by South Taranaki District Council.

Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park offers powered caravan sites and tent camping near the Whanganui River. Contact park for rates and facilities.

Taumarunui Holiday Park

Taumarunui Holiday Park offers powered and non-powered sites with dump point, toilets, showers, kitchen and Wi-Fi. Motorhomes, caravans and tents welcome on SH4.

Putai Ngahere Domain

Putai Ngahere Domain (Vinegar Hill) near Ohingaiti offers paid summer camping and free off-peak sites, managed by Manawatū District Council in a pet-friendly setting.

Hastings Top 10 Holiday Park

Hastings Top 10 Holiday Park offers powered and tent sites across 10 landscaped acres in central Hastings, with shared facilities, swimming pool, and lake.

Raetihi Holiday Park

Raetihi Holiday Park in Ruapehu offers powered and tent sites, heated cabins, and wheelchair-accessible facilities near skiing and mountain biking areas.

Matahiwi Coffee Shop and Roadside Cabins

Roadside cabins on Whanganui River Road with drinking water and toilets, catering to Te Araroa walkers and Mountain to the Sea cyclists north of Whanganui.

Te Awanga Holiday Park

Te Awanga Holiday Park in Hawke's Bay offers tent and caravan sites near Clifton's coast, with beach access and proximity to Cape Kidnappers attractions.

Waimarama Holiday Park

Beachfront camping at Waimarama Holiday Park, Hawke's Bay. Powered and non-powered sites for tents, campervans and motorhomes from $20 per night, family-friendly.

Whakapapa Holiday Park

Flat Hills

Flat Hills Cafe and Tourist Park in Rangitikei offers powered sites, free wifi, BBQ area, shared facilities, cafe, play area, maze and farm animals on SH1.

Ohinepane Campsite

Bennett Rd campsite

Bennett Rd campsite in Manawatū-Whanganui offers tent sites and toilets. Contact the operator to confirm access, fees, and requirements before visiting.

Camp Epic

Luxury glamping and fully-serviced camping at Piropiro in Pureora Forest Park, halfway along the Timber Trail cycleway in Manawatū-Whanganui.

Piropiro Campsite

Hāwera Holiday Park

Hāwera Holiday Park offers caravan and tent sites within walking distance of Hāwera's CBD, Naumai Park, and the Powerco Pool Complex in South Taranaki.

Ngaherenga Campsite

Maharanui Campsite

Boat-in only DOC campsite on the Whanganui Journey in Whanganui National Park, with toilets and native birdlife. Booking required, no fires permitted.

Mangahuia Campsite

Mangahuia Campsite near National Park Village offers streamside camping on Tongariro National Park's edge, with basic DOC facilities and trail access.

Mangaweka Campground

Mangaweka Campground offers budget riverside camping with basic facilities near white cliffs on the Rangitikei River. Register at Awastone, no bookings.

Volcanoview Campsite

Non-powered campsite near Mount Taranaki with warm showers, café and restaurant. Choose your grass or gravel spot, no bookings needed, close to North Egmont.

Mangapurua Trig Campsite

Backcountry campsite on the Mangapurua Track in Whanganui National Park, traversing valleys once farmed by WWI soldier-settlers amid regenerating native bush.

Apiti Domain campground

Apiti Domain campground in Manawatū-Whanganui provides free camping for self-contained and non-self-contained vehicles, with a five-night limit per month.

Camp Epic

Camp Epic at Piropiro, Pureora Forest Park offers fully-serviced glamping and facilities halfway along the Timber Trail cycleway in Manawatū-Whanganui.

Rangiwahia domain

Rangiwahia Domain offers motorhome, caravan and cyclist camping next to Rangiwahia Hall in rural Manawatū-Whanganui. Contact locally for details.

Freedom Camping

Freedom camping site in Taupo–King Country accepting caravans. Check local bylaws and self-containment rules before visiting this minimal-facility location.

Freedom Camping, between the signs

Freedom camping site in TKI region. Camp between designated signs on public land. Minimal facilities—confirm regulations and restrictions before visiting.

Pokaka Mill Campsite

Free DOC campsite in Tongariro Forest Conservation Area. Basic facilities, 4WD access recommended. Toilets provided, no fires permitted. Ruapehu area.

Mangapurua Campsite

Boat-access only DOC campsite in Whanganui National Park on the Whanganui Journey, offering basic facilities and native birdlife in remote bush surroundings.

Cross X Roads

Convenient overnight camping near Tongariro Alpine Crossing with mountain views. Caravans and tents welcome, shuttle service available. $30 per vehicle.

Cape Egmont Boat Club

Cape Egmont Boat Club in Taranaki offers caravan camping with toilet facilities. Contact the boat club directly to confirm availability and fees.

The Flying Fox

Eco-friendly bush camping on the Whanganui River, accessed by aerial cable car. Basic facilities in Whanganui National Park, Manawatū-Whanganui region.

Ramanui campsite

Boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey, Whanganui National Park. Remote riverside setting with native forest, birdlife and kiwi. No fires permitted.

Atene Skyline Campsite

Backcountry DOC campsite on the Atene Skyline Track in Whanganui National Park, with shelter, water and toilet. First-come, first-served for trampers.

Te Wera Valley Lodge

Rural camping lodge on the Forgotten World Highway near Stratford, offering rustic accommodation with communal kitchen, cabins and tent sites.

Opunake Lakeside Freedom Camping

Free lakeside freedom camping in Opunake, Taranaki, with toilets, drinking water and sites for self-contained vehicles, caravans and tents near coastal attractions.

Maharanui Campsite

Boat-access backcountry campsite on the Whanganui Journey, Whanganui National Park. DOC-managed with native forest setting. Two-night maximum stay.

Waitoetoe Campsite

Waitoetoe Campsite in Taranaki is a DOC site currently closed due to coastal erosion. Contact DOC for status updates before planning your visit.

Aotea Rotary Community Park Freedom Camping

Aotea Rotary Park in Waverley, Taranaki, provides council-managed freedom camping with toilets, grass sites and convenient access to township amenities.

Mosley's Campsite

Mosley's Campsite in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand. Contact the operator directly to confirm facilities, fees and booking requirements before visiting.

Whangamomona Camping Ground

Whangamomona Camping Ground in Manawatū-Whanganui offers powered sites, drinking water, showers and toilets for caravans and tents near the republic township.

Ngaporo Campsite

Ngaporo Campsite in Whanganui National Park is a boat-in only DOC site on the Whanganui River, offering basic facilities for paddlers on the Whanganui Journey.

Ohauora Campsite

Boat-in only DOC campsite on the Whanganui Journey in Whanganui National Park. Basic facilities with toilets. Bookings required October to April.

Mangawaiiti Campsite

Boat-in DOC campsite on the Whanganui Journey in Whanganui National Park. Remote forest setting with toilets and space for 26 tents. Seasonal pricing applies.

Mangahuia Camping Ground

Mangahuia Camping Ground is a DOC conservation campsite beside a stream in Tongariro National Park, offering 21 sites with basic facilities and campervan access.

Lawrence Campsite

Glenfalls Campsite

Glenfalls Campsite in Hawke's Bay, located on the Mohaka River off SH5, has been closed since Cyclone Gabrielle damage in 2023. Check DOC for updates.

Kauika Campsite

Kauika Campsite in Manawatu-Whanganui offers basic camping facilities. Contact the operator directly to confirm amenities, costs and booking details.

Mangatainoka Hot Springs

Backcountry campsite beside the Mohaka River in Kaweka Forest Park, providing access to Mangatainoka Hot Springs with 10 tent sites and minimal facilities.

Ruapehu Christian Camp

Ruapehu Christian Camp near Kakahi Village offers bush camping beside the Kakahi stream in Manawatū-Whanganui. Contact operators to confirm facilities and bookings.

Te Puna o Rotoaira

Freedom Camping

Freedom camping options in Manawatu-Whanganui region with basic facilities on public land, subject to local council regulations and seasonal restrictions.

Cameron Campsite

Basic DOC campsite beside Ngaruroro River in Kaweka Forest Park, Hawke's Bay. Donation-based, 65km from Hastings on Napier-Taihape Road near Kuripapango.

Takahuri

Takahuri campsite in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand. Contact local authorities to confirm facilities, access and camping conditions before visiting.

That Place

Mountain bike park campground near Whanganui with tent sites, hot showers, kitchen facilities and trails ranging from beginner to advanced grades.

Weka Point

Weka Point is a Scout campsite and outdoor education centre in Hawke's Bay, managed by Scouting Waiapu, ideal for youth groups and school camps near Hastings.

Clifton Motor Camp

Beachfront motor camp in Hawke's Bay near Cape Kidnappers, offering hot showers, dump station, laundry and playground for campers exploring the coast.

Mangawhero Campsite

Bell Block NZMCA Park

Bell Block NZMCA Park in Taranaki offers dump point, drinking water and caravan facilities for NZMCA members exploring the New Plymouth area.

Tupare Freedom Camping

Certified self-contained freedom camping at Tupare, Taranaki. Carpark stays in a six-star garden setting with toilets and water. Self-containment warrant required.

Lake Rotomanu NSC Freedom Camping

Lake Rotomanu NSC Freedom Camping offers four marked spaces for non-self-contained vehicles near New Plymouth's lakeside recreation area with basic facilities.

Pukeiti Domain Freedom Campground

Pukeiti Domain Freedom Campground in Taranaki offers caravan sites with drinking water, showers and toilets. Contact council for fees and booking details.

Hollard Gardens Freedom Camping

Freedom camping at Hollard Gardens near Kaponga, Taranaki. Backcountry site with toilets, playground, BBQ facilities. Managed by Taranaki Regional Council.

Discovery Lodge Tongariro

Camper site near Tongariro National Park with powered sites, hot showers, basic kitchen and mountain views. Base for Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Ruapehu.

Unknown Campsite

Basic DOC backcountry campsite beside a river in Ruahine Forest Park, Manawatū-Whanganui. No facilities, suitable for experienced trampers only.

North Egmont Retreat

North Egmont Retreat offers non-powered camping near Mount Taranaki's North Egmont entrance, with farm walks, native bush and river access on a working farm.

Oakura-Petone Campground

Free self-contained camping at Oakura-Petone Campground, Taranaki. NPDC-managed site on Greenwood Road with unpowered sites for certified vehicles.

Kakaho Campsite

Motutere Bay Holiday Park

Lakefront holiday park on Lake Taupō offering powered and unpowered sites, cabins, dump point, and amenities. Convenient base between Taupō and Turangi.

Army Road Campsite

Hotoritori Campsite

Hotoritori Campsite in Kauaeranga Valley, Coromandel Forest Park. DOC-managed riverside camping for tents and caravans with mountain biking and horse track access.

Brock's Place

Farm-stay campsite near Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata. Tent sites and campervan parking with toilets, showers, and rural views on working farm property.

Motuoapa Bay Holiday Park

Lakefront holiday park on Lake Taupō's southern shore, offering tent sites, caravan pitches, unique Kombi cabins, hot showers, kitchen, and marina access.

Fantail Bay Campsite

Tōtara Springs Christian Centre

Tōtara Springs Christian Centre in Matamata, Waikato: large venue for school camps, church retreats, conferences and OSCAR-approved holiday programmes.

Shag Stream Campsite

Dickey Flat Campsite

Hamilton City Holiday Park

Hamilton City Holiday Park offers powered and non-powered sites plus cabins 2km from city centre, with playground, BBQ areas and dump point near major attractions.

Pahautea Hut Campsite

Dunham‘s Point Reserve

Free camping at Dunham's Point Reserve on Lake Whakamaru requires a permit. Modern facilities, lakeside views, and access to the Waikato River Trail.

Dickson Holiday Park

Dickson Holiday Park in Thames offers camping, cabins and backpacker accommodation beside a stream, with dump point facilities near Coromandel attractions.

Camp Kiwi Holiday Park

Camp Kiwi Holiday Park in Waikato offers family-friendly camping with dump point, clean facilities, communal kitchen and playground for travellers.

Jones Landing

Jones Landing on the Waikato River offers free riverside camping with toilets, playground, and boat access. Permits required for tents and extended stays.

Southern Boundary Campground

Southern Boundary Campground in Waikato, New Zealand. Contact the operator to confirm facilities, fees and booking details before your visit.

Ngaroma 4WD Park Campsite

Free 4WD camping in Otorohanga District with shelters, BBQ, toilets and tank water. Maintained by King Country 4WD Club, donations appreciated.

Freedom Camping for Self Contained Vehicles (2 Spaces Only)

Freedom camping for two self-contained vehicles in Waikato, with toilets and shower facilities. Certified self-contained vehicles only. Contact operator for availability.

Solscape Campsite

Eco-friendly camping at Solscape in Raglan. Powered sites, tents welcome. Near Manu Bay surf breaks with shared facilities and Tasman Sea views.

Otauto Bay Farm Camp

Beachfront camping north of Colville on the Coromandel Peninsula, offering powered and tent sites beside a sandy Hauraki Gulf bay with swimming and fishing.

Kaniwhaniwha Campsite

Free walk-in or bike-in DOC campsite beside Kaniwhaniwha Stream in Pirongia Forest Park, Waikato. Basic facilities with toilets and stream water access.

Riverglen Holiday Park

Coromandel holiday park at Coroglen with tent sites, caravan spaces, riverbank camping and freshwater swimming hole near Hot Water Beach and Cathedral Cove.

Free camping (even for tents)

Waikoko Conservation Campsite in Kaimanawa Forest Park offers basic facilities including water and showers in a sunny clearing above Waikoko Stream, Turangi area.

Tongariro Junction Accommodation

Turangi campground near Tongariro National Park with tent sites, dump point, powered options, communal facilities and year-round access for campers and anglers.

Whangaiterenga Campsite

Unofficial camping, sign "Area open for camping" on the gate.

Unofficial camping area near Mangakino, Waikato, marked by gate signage. No facilities specified; suited to self-sufficient campers exploring local trails.

Waharau Outdoor Education Centre

Waharau Outdoor Education Centre in Waharau Regional Park offers school groups and adult retreats a self-contained base near the Hunua Ranges since 1983.

Cooks Beach Resort

Cooks Beach Resort on the Coromandel offers powered sites, cabins and chalets near Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach with communal facilities.

Te Aroha Holiday Park

Traditional Waikato holiday park in Te Aroha with on-site hot pool, oak-shaded campsites, cottages, cabins, and access to mountain biking and walking trails.

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

Award-winning holiday park in Waitomo Caves Village offering powered and non-powered sites, hardstands, shared facilities, pool and hot tub near glowworm caves.

Fletcher Bay Campsite

Te Puru Holiday Park

Te Puru Holiday Park on Thames Coast Road, Coromandel, offers campsites, cabins, communal facilities, dump point and beach access for families and travellers.

Ruapuke Motorcamp

Traditional motorcamp near Raglan with tent sites, powered caravan sites, cabins, communal kitchen and hot showers. Stream runs through grounds, walking distance to beach.

Pauanui Glade Holiday Park

Pauanui Glade Holiday Park on the Coromandel Peninsula offers powered campsites with communal facilities for tents, caravans and motorhomes near the beach.

Keeley's Reserve Freedom Camping Area

Freedom camping at Lake Karapiro for self-contained vehicles. Two-night limit, boat ramp, toilets. Managed by Waipa District Council on the Waikato River.

Whitianga Campground

Whitianga Campground in the Waikato region offers camping access near Coromandel Peninsula attractions. Contact operator to confirm facilities and fees.

Freedom Camping for Self Contained Vehicles

Freedom camping site in Waikato for certified self-contained vehicles. Contact local authorities to confirm access rules and current camping conditions.

Morrinsville Camping Ground

Freedom camping for self-contained vehicles at Morrinsville Recreation Ground, Waikato. Dump point, water, toilets. Six-vehicle limit, four-night maximum stay.

Oamaru Bay Holiday Park

Beachfront camping with tent sites and caravan facilities on the Coromandel Peninsula, 7km north of Coromandel Town on Colville Road.

Turangi NZMCA Park

Turangi NZMCA Park in Waikato offers caravan sites with drinking water, exclusively for NZMCA members in certified self-contained motor caravans.

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort offers powered and non-powered campsites with dump point, heated pools, hydroslides and family facilities in the Waikato region.

Waikite Valley Thermal Pools

Waikite Valley Thermal Pools campground near Rotorua offers powered and unpowered sites with access to geothermal hot pools, showers and drinking water.

Raglan Kopua Holiday Park

Raglan Kopua Holiday Park offers beachfront camping and accommodation in Waikato's surf town, with powered and non-powered sites near iconic coastal breaks.

Wharepapa South School Camping

Lakewood Lodge

Lakewood Lodge in Waikato offers adventure farm camps and events with activities like frisbee golf, kayaking and flying fox. Contact for camping details.

Hakea Retreat

Peaceful camping and caravan site near Raglan in Pakoka Scenic Reserve. Tent and caravan spaces with bush walks, harbour access and eco-friendly facilities.

Kaiaua Boat Club

Free non-self-contained campground at Kaiaua Boat Club on the Firth of Thames, Waikato, with two-night maximum stay and basic boat ramp access.

Te Iringa Campsite

Whaihohonu campsite

Whaihohonu campsite in Waikato is managed by DOC. Contact the Department of Conservation directly to confirm facilities, fees and booking requirements.

Arohena Campsite

Flaxmill Accommodation & Venue

Seasonal campground at Flaxmill Bay, Coromandel, with 24 powered sites, modern facilities and dump point. Open late October to Easter near Cooks Beach.

Colville Bay Motel & Motorcamp

Northernmost Coromandel camping ground near Colville village, offering powered sites, motel units, dump station, kitchen and beach access for all vehicles.

Chaeppi's Shebang

Chaeppi's Shebang in Kuaotunu, Coromandel, accepts tents and campervans with WiFi available. Contact 027 656 3442 for bookings, fees and facility details.

School Camp

School Camp is a campsite in Waikato, New Zealand. Contact the operator directly to confirm facilities, fees, and access details before visiting.

Kawhia Beachside S-cape Holiday Park

Kawhia Beachside S-cape Holiday Park offers tent and caravan sites on Kawhia Harbour with dump point, communal facilities, water activities and spa pool.

Huntly Camping and Caravan Park

Huntly Camping and Caravan Park in Waikato offers powered sites for caravans and tents near Lake Hakanoa, with essential facilities for campers exploring the region.

Broken Hills Campsite

Mercury Bay Holiday Park

Mercury Bay Holiday Park in Whitianga offers campsites, cabins and caravan sites, walking distance to shops and beach on the Coromandel Peninsula.

Piggots Campground

Walk-in backcountry campground in Hūnua Ranges Regional Park, Auckland. Basic tent sites for trampers, water from stream, access via walking tracks.

Miranda Holiday Park

Miranda Holiday Park on the Firth of Thames offers hot mineral pools, powered sites, cabins, and coastal access an hour from Auckland.

Mangakino Rowing Camp

Mangakino Rowing Camp offers cabins, bunk rooms & dormitories for youth & sports groups near Lake Maraetai in the Waikato region. Water sports focus.

Freedom Camping for Self Contained Vehicles

Freedom camping site in Waikato for certified self-contained vehicles. Check local regulations and permitted areas with council or DOC before visiting.

Cambridge Top 10 Holiday Park

Cambridge Top 10 Holiday Park in Waikato offers powered and tent sites, caravan facilities, pool, spa, communal kitchen and easy access to town amenities.

Blackberry Flats Campsite

Vehicle-based campground at Waharau Regional Park with grassed sites and basic facilities. Closed in winter due to boggy conditions. Bookings available.

Little Waipa Reserve

Little Waipa Reserve offers lakeside camping at Lake Karapiro, Waikato. Free camping for self-contained vehicles (first two nights), permits required thereafter.

Te Kopua Whanau Camp

Te Kopua Whanau Camp in Raglan, Waikato offers powered and unpowered sites with basic facilities including showers, toilets and drinking water near Ocean Beach.

Totara Flat Campsite

Totara Flat Campsite in Kauaeranga Valley, Coromandel Forest Park. DOC conservation campsite with riverside sites, toilets, caravan and tent areas.

Clements Clearing Campsite

Hauraki District Council Freedom Camping

Council-managed freedom camping sites across Hauraki District with dump points, toilets and drinking water for self-contained vehicles under local bylaws.

Self contained only

Free self-contained camping at Whakaipo Bay, Lake Taupō. Mountain biking through native bush, lakeside setting. Department of Conservation site, certified vehicles only.

Mighty River Domain camping

Mighty River Domain at Lake Karapiro offers powered and non-powered camping sites for tents, caravans and motorhomes with dump point facilities in Waikato.

Otorohanga Holiday Park

Otorohanga Holiday Park in Waikato offers camping and accommodation with heated pool, dump point, playground and pet-friendly sites near Waitomo attractions.

Millcreek Bird & Campervan Park & Country Retreats Halcyon Heights

Family campground near Whitianga with powered and tent sites, cabins, dump point and BBQ facilities beside Mill Creek. Farm animals onsite, dogs welcome by arrangement.

Whakamaru reserve

Whakamaru Reserve camping ground in Waikato offers caravan and tent sites with showers and toilets. Basic facilities near Whakamaru lake system.

MiCamp

MiCamp provides group accommodation for schools and families across North Island locations. Contact the operator directly to confirm facilities and availability.

Kawhia Camping Ground

Kawhia Camping Ground offers powered sites, tent sites and cabins near the harbour, with free showers, shared kitchen, laundry, BBQ and WiFi on the Waikato coast.

Hot Water Beach Top 10 Holiday Park

Award-winning holiday park 700m from Hot Water Beach offering powered and unpowered sites, heated pools, dump point and multiple accommodation options.

Port Jackson Campsite

Engas park reserve

Free freedom camping at Egans Park Reserve, Coromandel. Self-contained vehicles only, two-night limit. Managed by Thames-Coromandel District Council.

Waihi Motor Camp

Waihi Motor Camp offers dump point, swimming pool, stream access and pet-friendly sites near Waihi town centre with communal facilities and free wifi.

Booms Flat Campsite

Stony Bay Campsite

Shekinah Farm

Shekinah Farm in Pukekawa offers farm-stay camping and accommodation for backpackers, cyclists, and small campervans, an hour south of Auckland.

Freedom Camping for Self Contained Vehicles

Freedom camping for certified self-contained vehicles in Waikato region. Check local council bylaws and certification requirements before staying overnight.

Okoroire Hotel Campground

Okoroire Hotel Campground near Tirau offers powered and unpowered sites with kitchen, showers and easy access to thermal hot springs managed by historic hotel.

Glenview Holiday Park

Glenview Holiday Park in Tokoroa, Waikato, offers accommodation for travellers exploring New Zealand's South Waikato region. Contact directly for facilities and rates.

Coromandel Top10 Holiday Park

Coromandel Top10 Holiday Park in Waikato offers powered caravan sites, tent sites, and a dump point for travellers exploring the Coromandel Peninsula.

Repeater Campground

Walk-in backcountry campground in Hūnua Ranges Regional Park with shelter, bunks, long-drop toilet and tank water. Accessible from Wairoa Dam car park.

Tainui Campground

Tainui Campground in Waharau Regional Park offers vehicle-based camping for caravans and tents, with walking, mountain biking and kayak trail access.

Golden Springs Motel and Holiday Park

Golden Springs Motel and Holiday Park on SH5 between Rotorua and Taupo offers camping, motel units, thermal pools, shared facilities and restaurant.

Papa Aroha Holiday Park

Beachfront holiday park on the Coromandel Peninsula offering powered and unpowered sites, cabins, dump point, fishing, boat facilities and communal kitchen.

Kakapo Campsite

Free DOC campsite in Kaimanawa Forest Park with toilets, stream water, four tent sites and designated fire places. First-come basis near Turangi.

Great Lake Taupo Holiday Park

Great Lake Taupo Holiday Park on Acacia Bay Road offers dump point, caravan sites, showers and wifi near Taupo's attractions and Lake Taupo.

Mangatangi Trig Campsite

Backcountry tent site in the Hunua Ranges with shelter and privy, accessed via loop track from Mangatāwhiri Dam. Managed by Auckland Council for trampers.

Kahikatea Campsite

Tent and camper van sites

Waitomo Farm Stay provides tent and camper van sites in rural Waikato, offering farm-based camping near Waitomo's attractions. Contact operator to confirm facilities.

Freedom Camping for Self Contained Vehicles

Freedom camping site in Waikato for certified self-contained vehicles. Free overnight stays with strict self-containment requirements for responsible camping.

Christian Youth Camps

Christian Youth Camps in Waikato offers catered and self-catered camp facilities including Camp Waipā with 198 beds for school groups, youth camps and retreats.

Urchin Campsite

Tairua Holiday Park

Family-run Tairua Holiday Park offers cabins and powered sites with dump station, Wi-Fi, games room, modern facilities and central access to beach and town.

Camp Tuhikaramea

Camp Tuhikaramea in Waipa District, Waikato, is a church-operated campsite managed by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for community use.

Dickey Flat Adventure Camp

Dickey Flat Adventure Camp near Waihi offers bush and riverside camping operated by a youth development trust in the historic Karangahake Gorge area.

Kev’s Place

Kev's Place in Raglan, Waikato offers Kiwi camping with showers, toilets and spring water. A straightforward base near Raglan's beaches and surf spots.

Kaimanawa Road Campsite

Free DOC campsite in Kaimanawa Forest Park near Turangi with basic facilities, toilets, and 10 non-powered sites for vehicle camping on gravel surfaces.

Tapu Reserve - self contained only

Self-contained freedom camping at Tapu Reserve on the Thames Coast, Waikato, with toilets and sunset views over the Firth of Thames near the Tapu River mouth.

Clements Road End Campsite

Kuaotunu Motor Camp

Family campground in Kuaotunu, Eastern Coromandel, offering powered sites, cabins and beach access between Matarangi and Whitianga with dump point facilities.

Whitianga Harbourside Holiday Park

Whitianga Harbourside Holiday Park in Waikato offers camping with dump point facilities near beaches and Cathedral Cove on the Coromandel Peninsula.

Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park

Waikato camping park near Matamata with powered sites, dump point, motel units and cabins. Communal facilities and grounds close to local attractions.

Wairakei Thermal Valley Camping

Wairakei Thermal Valley Camping near Taupo offers basic camping within a geothermal valley and working farm, with toilets, showers, café and pet-friendly sites.

Tapu Motor Camp

Tapu Motor Camp on Thames Coast offers waterfront camping with powered sites, cabins, caravans, dump point and boat facilities. Family-friendly Coromandel base.

Clearways Crew Accommodation Centre

Clearways Crew Accommodation Centre in Waipa District features 120 rooms across aviation-themed buildings on 4.9 hectares, ideal for groups and events.

Turangi Kiwi Holiday Park

Turangi Kiwi Holiday Park in Waikato offers powered and non-powered camping sites, cabins and group accommodation near Lake Taupo and Tongariro River.

Mighty River Domain camping

Mighty River Domain at Lake Karapiro offers 140 powered and non-powered camping sites for tents, caravans and motorhomes with dump point facilities near Cambridge.

Hipapatua/Reid's Farm Campsite

Free riverside summer campsite on the Waikato River near Taupō, managed by Taupo District Council. Welcomes caravans, tents and pets with basic facilities.

Trestle View Campsite

Wainora Campsite

Taupo TOP 10 Holiday Park

Taupo TOP 10 Holiday Park features tent sites, caravan sites and dump point facilities on five acres of well-maintained grounds in the Taupō region.

Hahei Beach Resort

Beachfront camping at Hahei Beach on the Coromandel, near Cathedral Cove. Powered and unpowered sites for caravans, motorhomes and tents with full facilities.

Upper Mangatawhiri Campground

Upper Mangatawhiri Campground in Hūnua Ranges Regional Park offers grassed camping near the reservoir with walking tracks, waterfalls and bush settings.

Tapu Creek Campervan Park

Tapu Creek Campervan Park in Coromandel offers powered and unpowered sites with dump station, kitchen, BBQ area, and river access on 2.3 acres of parkland.

Opoutere Coastal Camping

Small Coromandel campground near Opoutere Beach with powered sites, caravans, cabins, dump point and basic facilities beside native forest and stream.

Unofficial camping, sign "Area open for camping" on the gate.

Informal camping area near Mangakino, Waikato, marked by roadside sign. Basic, unmanaged site requiring self-sufficiency. Confirm access details before visiting.

Whangamata Motor Camp

Whangamata Motor Camp in the Waikato region features a dump point facility for campervans. Contact the camp directly to confirm rates and amenities.

Earl's Paradise

Earl's Paradise campsite in Waikato's Coromandel area. Contact the operator to confirm facilities, fees and booking details before your visit.

Seabreeze Holiday Park

Seabreeze Holiday Park in Waikato offers spacious camping and caravan sites with dump point facilities, ideally located for exploring the eastern Coromandel.

Port Waikato Holiday Park

Port Waikato Holiday Park in Waikato features motel units, cabins and camping sites with dump point facilities, close to the river and Sunset Beach.

Waikoko Campsite

Seaview Holiday Park

Beachfront holiday park in Mokau offering powered and unpowered sites, cabins and tourist flats with dump point, laundry and beach access on Taranaki coast.

Wentworth Valley Campground

Waikawau Bay Campsite

Onewhero Domain

Onewhero Domain near Tuakau offers free overnight campervan parking for up to two nights, with toilets, showers and caravan sites managed by Waikato District Council.

Hydro Camp

Hydro Camp in Waikato offers tent sites for campers exploring New Zealand's North Island. Contact operator for fees, bookings and current facilities.

Whakamaru

Whakamaru camping area in Waikato provides access to the hydro lake and river country. Confirm facilities and booking details before visiting.

Whangapoua Holiday Park

Whangapoua Holiday Park in the Waikato region offers camping accommodation. Contact the park directly to confirm facilities, rates and availability.

Long Bay Motor Camp & Cabins

Beachfront camping near Coromandel Town with cabins, motorhome sites and tent sites. Dump point, showers and laundry facilities available in sheltered bays.

Dancing Camp Campsite

Billygoat Basin Campsite

Backcountry DOC campsite on Billygoat Circuit in Coromandel Forest Park with eight raised platforms, toilets, and stream water for trampers and hikers.

Shelly Beach Top 10 Holiday Park

Award-winning beachfront holiday park near Coromandel Township with camping, cabins and units. Features heated pool, dump point and direct beach access.

Marokopa Camping Ground

Council-run camping ground at Marokopa on the Waikato West Coast, providing access to waterfalls, black sand beaches and Waitomo limestone country.

Catleys Campsite

Catleys Campsite: DOC conservation campsite in Kauaeranga Valley, Coromandel Forest Park. River-side camping for tents and caravans. Open Labour Weekend to Easter.

Tui Park Camping

Tui Park Camping in Piopio, Waikato offers caravan, campervan and tent sites with restrooms, parking, pet-friendly facilities near Waitomo and King Country.

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort camping with dump point, powered sites, lake views and access to thermal hot springs spa. Communal facilities and park-like grounds.

Lower Mangatawhiri Campground

Walk-in backcountry campground in Hūnua Ranges Regional Park, 7km from car park. Grass clearing with basic facilities for tent camping, accessible by foot only.