Camp at designated freedom camping areas.
If all parks are occupied you will need to find an alternative site or use commercial accommodation.
A Permit to camp is required.
Click on the website link provided for more information and apply online.
- Freedom camping in the car park at the foot of the hill only.
- Camping must be in a vehicle only.
- Camping is prohibited along Makorori Beach.
- Dispose of all waste in facilities provided, or take it with you.
- No fires, washing lines or semi-permanent structures.
- Tents only in restricted seasonal camping areas with a permit.
- Comply with enforcement officers.
- Park in a legal manner in formed parking areas. Do not restrict access to public areas, footpaths or access ways.
- Self-contained vehicles must clearly display current self containement certification.
- No person may freedom camp for more than 3 nights within 1 kilometre of an area where you have previously freedom camped within the last 4 weeks.
We welcome responsible campers to the Gisborne Tairāwhiti district and encourage camping at the restricted areas defined in our bylaw. We also encourage the use of commercial and DoC campgrounds.
Please be familiar with our current Freedom Camping Bylaws and the 'Kiwi' saying "leave only footprints".
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