Freedom camping

Ocean Beach car park freedom camping

Whangarei Heads, Northland

Free overnight car park next to Ocean Beach, an easy surf beach at the end of the Whangarei Heads road.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book

Park for the night beside a long surf beach with a walk up Bream Head nearby. Freedom camping here is set up by the local council, so follow the signs on the day because rules change.

Good to know

  • Check the council signs for current rules
  • Fill water and shop in Whangarei beforehand
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Campervans
Certified self-contained only

Facilities

  • Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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