Freedom Camping (also known as "Responsible Camping") Policy
Westland District Council’s policy is designed to encourage travellers and campers to use camping grounds and other accommodation facilities as much as possible.
This policy recognises that some visitors to our District are choosing overnight camping as their preferred accommodation.
It also recognises the economic and social benefit campers bring to our District.
The intent of this policy is to encourage camping travellers, while eliminating the detrimental environmental effects of discarded rubbish and human waste.
With the exception of “prohibited areas” (see Policy), Freedom Camping anywhere in Westland is permitted if a vehicle is self-contained.
If a vehicle is not self-contained or if there is no immediate access to a toilet facility, Freedom Camping is not permitted and infringement notices and fines can be expected to be issued.
View the Freedom Camping Bylaw.
Motor Camps in New Zealand
To view details for every motor camp in New Zealand, along with motorhome accessible DOC campsites, with location maps, GPS co-ordinates, and listings of facilities, please follow this link>.
Camping Options
Excellent and up-to-date information on camping options can be found at:
Location http://www.westlanddc.govt.nz/index.cfm/1,447,0,0,html
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