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.
Kāpiti Coast Council Freedom Camping Policy:
Information on Kāpiti Coast Council camping rules can be found
here.
Site information:
- x2 Certified Self-contained vehicles at any one time.
- 24 hours maximum time limit.
- 10m maximum vehicle length.
- Cold shower available - exterior western wall of toilet block.
- Public toilet - open daylight hours all year round.
- Coastal, fairly sheltered, busy at times, mostly quiet, beach access.
- Boat access - Waikanae Boating Club #97 Tutere St, Waikanae.
- Dog-friendly (on-lead zone).
- Strictly NO FIRES.
- Defibrillator: located exterior eastern wall of boating club.
Please be responsible campers and respect our community. Remove all your own rubbish and leave the environment how you find it.
Waimea Road Beach Carpark offers a unique camping experience with a view of the beach. While some reviewers mentioned noise from nearby river and teenagers, others enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and stunning sunsets. The carpark has limited spaces, with only two self-contained vehicles allowed per night.
Toilets are available, but some reviewers noted they close overnight, while others reported they stayed open with early morning cleaning. The carpark has an outdoor shower and is within walking distance to the beach. Some reviewers appreciated the nearby Thai restaurant and bar.
Despite some drawbacks, many reviewers rated the carpark as "good" or praised its location and tranquility. One reviewer mentioned the encoder of the carpark provided information on other free camping areas. Overall, Waimea Road Beach Carpark seems to be a suitable option for those seeking a quiet beachside camping experience.
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