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Where:
Freedom Camping Car Park, 51 West End, Kaikōura 7300
Known for:
- Easy access to Kaikōura’s main attractions
- Basic amenities
- Marine life and nesting bird areas
Popular with:
- Certified self-contained campers
- Travellers exploring Kaikōura’s marine and birdlife attractions
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Suitable for freedom camping
Description
Kaikōura’s freedom camping offers certified self-contained vehicles free, overnight use of select urban and coastal carparks. Clean and scenic, these options cater to responsible travellers staying for a short visit.
About
Open to certified self-contained vehicles only. Loacted opposite Kaikoura Musuem, i-SITE Vistor Information Centre. Kaikoura township across the road and site is alongside beach. Max stay is 1 night. The gravel parking area accommodates a handful of vehicles on a first-come, first-served basis. Facilities are toilets and rubbish bins. Ranger visits to ensure compliance.