National Freedom Camping Regulations
New Zealand has comprehensive Freedom Camping regulations and rules change regularly. Please use this site for national guidance and refer to the relevant council website to ensure you follow its bylaws.
Queenstown-Lakes Freedom Camping Bylaw:
Information on Queenstown-Lakes District camping rules can be found here
Additional information:
Red Bridge Reserve. Certified self-contained vehicles only. Maximum two-night stay. Parking in reserve only - maximum 50 vehicles. This site is busy during peak season, arrive early to secure spot in reserve or in plenty of time to make other arrangements if site is full.
Red Bridge Reserve is a large and flat campground located near Wanaka. Most reviewers found it to be a good option, praising its spaciousness, level parking, and close proximity to Wanaka. However, some reviewers had reservations about the cleanliness and smell of the toilets, which were described as smelly and having a strong odor. A few reviewers noted that the highway nearby can be noisy, especially in the morning.
Despite these issues, many reviewers would recommend the campsite, particularly for its free status and convenient location. However, a few reviewers gave it a neutral or bad rating due to the toilet issues and noise.
To prepare for a stay at Red Bridge Reserve, it's recommended to arrive early to secure a good spot, and to be aware that the toilets may not be the cleanest. Despite its drawbacks, many reviewers found the campsite to be safe and convenient, and would stay there again.
AI-generated from user review text.