Freedom to camp throughout Tauranga
Throughout Tauranga there are plenty of places to go freedom camping. Unlike the many towns and cities throughout New Zealand, Tauranga is very lenient when it comes to freedom camping. Offering wonderfully beautiful spots to find yourself waking up to.
In Tauranga, freedom camping is a great way to explore the region’s scenic landscape. You can enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding area while staying in a tent or a mobile home. However, there are a few things to keep in mind before you head out to a local freedom camping site. Especially when on council land or doc land.
First, make sure you are displaying NZS5465:2001 certification, which is necessary for any self-contained mobile home. Otherwise, you should find a campground. Once you’ve found a campground, follow its rules. For example, if you’re only planning to stay overnight, you’ll need to be quiet and respectful of the surroundings.
Regardless of where you choose to stay, the council monitors its freedom camping sites. Some sites will have CCTV cameras for added safety. Self-contained vehicle’s must stay inside the designated area. In addition, discharge of noxious and offensive substances can be detrimental to the environment, and can endanger the community.
While some people like the freedom to camp in public places, the practice can also negatively affect the environment. Some people use public areas to set up camp without regard for the rules, creating litter and other problems. It’s important to be careful to avoid causing damage to the environment.
Fortunately, the government’s rules are generally very strict, so you wouldn’t like to get caught doing something you shouldn’t be. In which case, you could face a potential infringement fine. However, if you’re looking for a place to freedom camp in Tauranga, you’ll be sure to find a spot that suits your needs.
Here we will provide for you the necessary information for you to take on board if you are to ever find yourself in Tauranga. The information here is official, provided by the Tauranga City Council. Among this information will be all the great places to stay and sleep overnight or multiple nights.
You’ll discover where and for how long you are permitted to stay in one place at a time. As well as perhaps finding something of interest that will encourage you to stay in one place over another. Many of these spots are wonderful parks and reserves.
Tauranga is with out a doubt one of the best freedom camping locations in the North Island of New Zealand. There are so many freedom camp sites to choose from. Other than being central to itself – like every city, there are a few nearby neighbours that are also just as popular, if not more popular for tourists and the like.
With that being said, I am sure you will enjoy this beautiful city as much as I and other freedom campers. A beautiful spot is Memorial Park.
Days Available – Sunday to Thursday
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If you are looking to freedom camp in Tauranga, you must have a self contained vehicle. The vehicle must clearly display the NZS5465:2001 certification.
The consequence for not adhering to the rules is some kind of infringement fee, usually a $200 fine. This will be issued by the local council. Anyone who is caught breaching the freedom camping bylaw, may also be liable for prosecution. The freedom camping bylaw sets out all of the spots and places where you can and cannot park/stay.
Throughout the city you are able to freedom camp on a number of roads and at a number of car parks. However, the rule breaker is you can’t park in front of a private home or business. Here is a list of some places you can’t park overnight while on your freedom camping adventure:
Here is a link to the Freedom Camping Bylaw 2019 from the Tauranga City Council. This has all the necessary information if you wish to fully understand the rules regarding freedom camping and self contained vehicles. More so when not visiting a holiday park.
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