Wide-angle environmental shot of a self-contained motorhome parked on a gravel pad in a lush green Department of Conservation clearing in Southland, surrounded by native ferns and towering mountains under natural overcast daylight.
Wide-angle environmental shot of a self-contained motorhome parked on a gravel pad in a lush green Department of Conservation clearing in Southland, surrounded by native ferns and towering mountains under natural overcast daylight.
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DOC Camps & Scenic Reserves

Find verified Department of Conservation campsites across New Zealand. Plan your route with up-to-date access rules, facilities, and pass acceptance.

CAMPING CATEGORIES

Camp on public lands

From remote wilderness clearings with basic facilities to fully serviced holiday parks, select the right level of off-grid readiness for your rig.

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DOC Conservation Camps

Scenic Public Reserves

Local Holiday Parks

Secluded gravel pads and grass clearings managed by the Department of Conservation. Basic toilets and water access, perfect for fully self-contained vehicles.

Prime coastal and lakeside locations with standard facilities. Often accepts the DOC campsite pass for cost-effective overnight stays.

Community-run and local holiday parks offering power hookups, hot showers, waste stations, and reliable cell coverage for planning your next leg.

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OFF-GRID COMPLIANCE

Responsible camping in public reserves.

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New Zealand's conservation lands are protected treasures. To camp here, your motorhome must be certified self-contained under the latest regulations, holding enough fresh and wastewater capacity for three days.

DOC Campsite Rules

Display your self-containment warrant on your windscreen, register your campsite pass online, and pack out all rubbish to keep New Zealand pristine.

Many standard and scenic DOC sites accept the Weekly Campsite Pass, which can save you up to 50% on overnight fees. Always buy your pass before heading into areas without mobile coverage.