NZ EV Camping Guide

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

17 Whatuwhiwhi Road, Karikari Peninsula 0483, New Zealand

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

58 Hihi Beach Road, Hihi, Mangōnui 0494, New Zealand

The site has 230 V power. Electricity is included in the powered-site fee. If you need power for the van as well as charging, book two powered sites; the second is charged at the normal site rate. Send your portable charger’s plug type and current rating to the park to confirm suitability before booking. The park did not confirm a maximum charging current.

168 Takahe Road, Ahipara, Kaitaia 0481, New Zealand

No EV charger and no powered-site EV charging. Confirmed by email on 30 July 2026 and reaffirmed on 16 September 2026; excluded from the latest enquiry because this was already known.

1 James Street, Russell 0202, New Zealand

No EV charging permitted in the park.

1290 Paihia Road, Paihia 0200, New Zealand

No EV charging allowed on the current electricity system and no dedicated charger. The park suggests public chargers around Whangārei Centre. Reply received 28 September 2026.

24 Mair Street, Kensington, Whangārei 0112, New Zealand

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

7 Opouteke Rd & Trounson Park Rd, Kaihu, Dargaville 0379, New Zealand

No EV charging; the park says its power supply is unsuitable.

23 Marie Avenue, Red Beach 0932, New Zealand

Two dedicated EV camping sites with recently upgraded Type 2 chargers. No ordinary-site charging. Price not supplied.

243 Colville Road, Coromandel 3584, New Zealand

Two EV sites. If both are booked, trickle charging is allowed on your booked powered site. Price and limits not supplied.

24 Taiwawe Lane, Hot Water Beach 3591, New Zealand

EV charging prohibited; no dedicated charger. Reconfirmed in a follow-up.

2 Orere Point Road, Ōrere Point 2585, New Zealand

No EV charging within the park. Charging station across the road; details and price not supplied.

165 Omokoroa Road, Ōmokoroa 3114, New Zealand

Dedicated charger between East End powered sites 16 and 17; request one when booking. Price not supplied.

32 Scott Street, Leamington, Cambridge 3432, New Zealand

Powered-site charging is permitted with approved charging equipment in good condition and normal electrical safety practices. The park did not specify a maximum current, powered-site charging fee or charging-hour restriction. A dedicated 7 kW charger is available for $15 per 8-hour session.

367 Harbour Road, Ōhope 3121, New Zealand

EV charging currently not allowed at the campground.

723 Tarawera Road, Lake Ōkareka, Rotorua 3076, New Zealand

Charging allowed from the booked powered site with the correct plug. Each site has one standard caravan/motorhome 16 A, 3-pin socket; maximum current 16 A. Fee and charging hours not specified. Reply received 28 September 2026.

12 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves 3977, New Zealand

Charging allowed when booked on a powered site. Fee, connector and current limits not supplied.

167 Wharf Road, Tolaga Bay 4077, New Zealand

Two dedicated stations, FREE for staying guests. Bring your own cable. No charging-hours restriction stated; charger power not supplied.

280 Grey Street, Awapuni, Gisborne 4010, New Zealand

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

16 Rangatira Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

2819 State Highway 1, Motutere 3382, New Zealand

The park asked for approximate stay dates. It has not yet confirmed charging permission, fees or equipment. Reply received 28 September 2026.

29 Princes Street, Fitzroy, New Plymouth, 4312, New Zealand

Charging the vehicle's driving battery from a powered-site electricity supply is not permitted, including with a portable EV charger. The park has dedicated MG Aurora 7 kW EV chargers with attached Type 2 cables, compatible with the Kia PV5, in a separate EV charging area. The flat charging fee is $20, separate from accommodation. Arrange access with reception, which will advise availability and suitable charging times; your own cable or portable charger is not needed.

5 Moore Street, Ohakune 4625, New Zealand

$15 for four hours on a dedicated slow charger. No ordinary-site charging. Fast chargers reported at BP about 500 m away.

10 Gill Road, Bay View, Napier 4104, New Zealand

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

610 Windsor Avenue, Parkvale, Hastings 4122, New Zealand

Powered-site charging with NO extra charging fee. The reply calls the plug “three phase”; confirm the exact socket and equipment.

460 Somme Parade, Aramoho, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand

Dedicated charger via Everty app. Price quoted “50c/kw”; confirm billing unit. Adjacent powered site may allow overnight charging while parked. No ordinary-site/cabin-socket charging.

30 Koputara Road, Hīmatangi Beach 4891, New Zealand

Powered-site charging with commando connector. Quoted $30 for one person/night, with no separate charging fee indicated. No hours restriction stated. Fast charger at New World in town.

38 Parker Avenue, Levin 5510, New Zealand

Guests only: top-up for up to two hours/day, between 10 am and 2 pm, maximum 10 A. NOT from the 16 A campervan sockets. Ask reception for approved outlet. Fee not supplied; fast chargers nearby.

10 Vintners Lane, Martinborough 5711, New Zealand

No powered-site EV charging or dedicated charger. Reconfirmed in follow-up.

95 Hutt Park Road, Moera, Lower Hutt 5010, New Zealand

Two chargers outside reception: $5 per charge for guests, office hours only. No powered-site charging. Their four-hour full-charge estimate is not a verified PV5 charging time.

809 Abel Tasman Drive, Pōhara 7183, New Zealand

Two dedicated stations: approximately $20 for up to 12 hours. Arrange unlocking during reception hours; no other hours restriction stated. No ordinary-site charging.

10 Fearon Street, Motueka 7120, New Zealand

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

230 Vanguard Street, Nelson South, Nelson 7010, New Zealand

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

1199 Rapaura Road, Spring Creek, Blenheim 7273

No EV charging facilities; powered-site charging prohibited. Public charger at New World, Westport.

57 Marine Parade, Carters Beach 7825, New Zealand

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

34 Beach Road, Kaikōura 7300, New Zealand

Dedicated charger; apparently 70c/kWh (email says “70c per KHW”—confirm unit). Fast charger also in town. Ordinary-site permission not confirmed.

2 Chesterfield Street, Greymouth 7805, New Zealand

Grace confirmed on 29 September 2026 that you may charge the van from the same powered site you book, free of charge. The site uses a normal caravan lead connection with a 16 A breaker. If that power is insufficient, dedicated chargers are available in Hanmer Springs township; the park did not confirm a dedicated charger onsite.

5 Hanmer Springs Road, Hanmer Springs 7334, New Zealand

Site-socket charging. No extra for unconverted cargo van; $25 overnight extra for camper setup/appliances plus charging. Confirm your setup and their “5 pin” connector description. Mention EV when booking.

145 Ross Beach Road, Ross 7812, New Zealand

Dedicated EV chargers: $30 per charge. No ordinary-site charging.

2902 Franz Josef Highway, Franz Josef 7886, New Zealand

Designated EV site. Possible $10 casual fee; confirm guest fee and equipment.

100 Heyders Road, Spencerville, Christchurch 8083, New Zealand

EV camping site with EV charger and regular van outlet. “A few dollars” above standard site price; request exact quote.

Kerr Road, Fox Glacier 7886, New Zealand

Two powered sites fitted with EV chargers. $35 extra per night on top of the powered-site charge. Request an EV-equipped site.

96 Morgans Road, Akaroa 7520, New Zealand

Dedicated EV charging site: $15. Bring your own cable. No ordinary-site charging.

39 Hislop Street, Geraldine 7930, New Zealand

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

154A Selwyn Street, Timaru 7910, New Zealand

Slow charger at office: $25 flat rate. Cannot sleep at charging spot; park suggests a room. No ordinary-site charging. Fast chargers in town.

1 Omarama Avenue, Omarama 9412, New Zealand

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

70 Arthurs Point Road, Arthurs Point, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand

Park does not currently support EV charging.

30 Chelmer Street, Oamaru 9400, New Zealand

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

16 Kent Street, Kingston 9793, New Zealand

Dedicated EV charger confirmed. Price and details not supplied. Reply mentions one powered-site connection but does not clearly permit traction-battery charging from it; clarify before booking.

15 Luxmore Drive, Te Anau 9600, New Zealand

Contacted; no reply received by the snapshot time. Charging policy unconfirmed.

141-143 Roxburgh East Road, Roxburgh East 9571, New Zealand