How to make free camping in New Zealand?

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1. Guest3192
   

   Freedom camping is not illegal in New Zealand, but local bye-laws can specifically restrict it in certain areas and free campers not complying with notices can be fined. If you do end up free camping in New Zealand, do try to follow the following guidelines:
   • Make sure you park your campervan or pitch your tent in a safe area, well away from traffic.
   • If possible, try to camp near to a public toilet block, where you can use the toilets and sinks.
   • Keep your car or campervan doors locked at night.
   • Portable fuel stoves are less harmful to the environment and are more efficient than fires. If you really have to make a fire, keep it small, use only dead wood and make sure it is out by dousing it with water and checking the ashes before you leave.
   • Improper disposal of toilet waste can contaminate water, damage the environment and is culturally offensive. Use disposal facilities where provided or bury waste in a shallow hole at least 50 meters away from waterways.
   • When cleaning and washing, take the water and wash well away from the water source. As soaps and detergents are harmful to water life, drain used water into the soil to allow it to be filtered.
   • If you suspect water to be contaminated, either boil it for at least three minutes, or filter it, or chemically treat it.
   • Litter is unattractive, harmful to wildlife and pollutes water. Try to reduce the amount of rubbish you produce and take all your litter with you.
   • Camp carefully and respect the environment and other visitors

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