Freedom Camping

Freedom Camping Area

A Penny facility (previously known as KiwiCamp) is located in the main Freedom Camping area of the Park. Digital keys to access the showers, cooking facilities, electric charging points and drinking water can be purchased from all Western Bay of Plenty District Council offices and other local retailers, as noted on the Penny Website. Please note that keys are not available at TECT Park and need be purchased BEFORE arrival. Please see the Penny Website for further information. Access to the public toilets is free.

For further information on Freedom Camping, please view the Western Bay of Plenty District Council - Freedom Camping Bylaw 2019. There are two designated areas of the Park available for Freedom Camping, as shown on the Interactive Map.

You can Freedom Camp in a self-contained vehicle at the equestrian car park and the main camping area by the Penny facility, for a maximum of three nights during any four week period. Freedom camping in tents is only permitted at the main camping area by the Penny Facility, but permission must be obtained prior, with a maximum of two nights in any four week period. Dogs are to remain leashed at all times.

Please note that Freedom Camping spaces at TECT Park cannot be booked and are on a first in first served basis. TECT Park Freedom Camping area may be closed at any time due to adverse weather conditions and if an Orange or Red weather warning has been put in place, the Freedom Camping area will be closed. It is advisable to check the Alerts Page, or Facebook Page for any further restrictions or unplanned closures or maintenance that may affect your stay.

Please email us or send a Facebook message for tenting requests, or call 0800 926 732. We aim to respond promptly during general business hours but responses will be less frequent during weekends, statutory Holidays, and after hours.

Dogs are to be leashed in all public areas of the park.

Please check the Alerts Page for any closure updates.