The best dog-friendly campgrounds in Central New South Wales

If you're looking to go camping with your pets in Central New South Wales, Hipcamp has over 400 options for you to choose from. With an average price per night of $25 and options as low as $10, there's something for every budget. Some of the top campsites in the area include Watton Airstrip (418 reviews), The Orchard (136 reviews), and Cadagi Farm Stay in Central West NSW (126 reviews). These campsites offer popular facilities like toilets, cooking equipment, and the ability to have campfires. And if you're into hiking, snow sports, or surfing, you'll find plenty of opportunities to enjoy these activities in Central New South Wales. So pack up your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Central New South Wales

If you're looking to go camping with your pets in Central New South Wales, Hipcamp has over 400 options for you to choose from. With an average price per night of $25 and options as low as $10, there's something for every budget. Some of the top campsites in the area include Watton Airstrip (418 reviews), The Orchard (136 reviews), and Cadagi Farm Stay in Central West NSW (126 reviews). These campsites offer popular facilities like toilets, cooking equipment, and the ability to have campfires. And if you're into hiking, snow sports, or surfing, you'll find plenty of opportunities to enjoy these activities in Central New South Wales. So pack up your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Central New South Wales

1. Romanche Gap Mudgee

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1 site · Tent, RV · St Fillans, NSW

Romanche Gap is a beautiful rural property affording wide sweeping views over surrounding fields, bushland and mountain ranges. The property is easily accessed via wide gates, is fully fenced and offers grassy sites with guests welcome to set up anywhere they please within the top paddock. The site offers access to power, a toilet facility with hand basin (no shower, shower facilities located at Mudgee Pool) and a cosy fire pit perfect to sit by in the evening and watch the colours change over the hills! We offer exclusive use of the paddock (or the lower camping area) to one group at a time so you can enjoy your privacy. The top paddock offers direct access to amenities and power, whereby the lower area offers more seclusion (no power). The property is conveniently located approx 15 mins from both Mudgee and Gulgong townships being on Henry Lawson Drive with occasional passing traffic and is perfectly positioned within 5 mins drive from a range of wineries and a brewery.

2. Lisadan Cottage and Homestead

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6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Dunedoo, NSW

This Homestead is set on 22 acres, just a short drive from the home of the Black Stump at Weetaliba, NSW. Camping under the stars is a must here as you are able to star-gaze at Australia's first Dark Sky Park. The homestead has 3 separate paddocks each with their own dam where you can have total privacy during your camp. Although you may have a visit from the resident sheep who graze the pastures (don't worry - they are friendly). A perfect place for bird watching an array of native birds including rosellas, cockatoos, and currawongs and you will hear the kookaburras every morning and evening. There are also kangaroos, wallabies and echidnas who roam the area. It's a beautiful place to snap a pic especially if you catch the morning sunrises and spectacular sunsets which are guaranteed to wow you. Do as little or as much as you want to on your stay. A perfect place to just unwind and take in the fresh country air and beautiful views. Stroll around the property and visit the old barn and some of the sheds and farming equipment that are scattered among the paddocks. You will have access to composting toilets or feel free to BYO facilities. Campfires are welcome in the pits provided, permitting there are no restrictions at the time of your visit. Dogs are welcomed as long as they are supervised and kept indoors at night. Being within 20 minutes to the local town of Coolah, it's a perfect stop over for an overnight stay or for a long weekend. You can easily duck into town to stock up on supplies or visit a good old country pub for a meal. We look forward to meeting you.

3. The Gateway-Hargraves Bushland

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1 site · Tent, RV · Hargraves, NSW

In the early 1970’s Mr James, the owner of 'Biara', subdivided three 25 acre blocks across the road from the original homestead. The first block was sold to his nephew, the middle block was to be purchased by the Preston family and ‘The Gateway’ was purchased by a Mr Carveth. Unfortunately, the sale of the middle block fell through then, due to family illness, 'Biara' was sold and the family moved to Blackheath. After this move, and as thank you to his son, Mr James transferred the title of the middle of the three subdivided blocks to his only son, William. Back in the late 1960’s, early 1970’s, the area was vastly different than it is today. Travelling to school entailed a car trip to Hargraves then bus to Mudgee which would have been a 2 hour round trip! The area was far more isolated as there was no power and entailed an overland phone line, which had to be regularly repaired if residents wanted to be able to communicate with the outside world. The site allows mainly for camping and relaxing although there are numerous dirt roads to explore, Mudgee wineries close by and Burrendong Dam not far away (accessible via Hill End Road near Erudgere). Hargraves is also known for it's alluvial gold deposits and fossickers still go there regularly to check out Louisa Creek. There is 15km's of dirt road which needs to be traveled to reach the property. Dependent on weather, and if it has been graded recently, this road can be in varying states of repair. In heavy rain it may be difficult to get 2WD access via the public road due to the clay content in the road . Kangaroo, wallaby, owl species, kookaburra, echidna, snakes, various lizards, including shinglebacks, are often seen on these roads and the property.

4. Oakdale

1 site · Tent, RV · Eurimbla, NSW

Oakdale offers a range of sites by dams where you can set up camp and enjoy. The Catombal Ranges in background that can be used for bush walking for experienced people. No amenities provided, self contained campers only.

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5. The Neville Hotel Grounds

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25 sites · Tents, RVs · Neville, NSW

The Neville Hotel is heritage listed pub set on a beautiful rural acreage with a meandering tree lined creek running through it a resident mob of kangaroos grazing nearby and flocks of parrots and cockatoos circling. Guest can stay for $50 per night per vehicle, but the $50 can be used as a credit that day at The Neville Hotel. Fire pits, 1 outdoor toilet and water provided at this stage - with more amenities to come.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Paul

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Gateway-Hargraves Bushland

Great communication with the host. Unfortunately was not able to use our booking (work requirements). But will definitely be back 1st chance we get

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Elizabeth

October 2025

With pets

1 night at Lisadan Cottage and Homestead

We loved our stay in the beautiful Belle tent on Lisa’s farm. We had everything we needed, the tent has its own (very clean) drop toilet, hot shower and camp kitchen that included a large bbq and even a tucker box fridge that kept our food cool. It was a heat wave when we arrived and Lisa suggested a swim in the dam that was a life saver. Our kelpie Chester loved every minute and especially the friendly morning visit from Lisa’s beautiful kelpie Arthur.

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Braeleigh

October 2025

1 night at Lisadan Cottage and Homestead

Lisa was an amazing host and the livestock were friendly. Very peaceful spot and good amenities. Tent was beautiful with everything one could need for a comfortable night. Thank you Lisa

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Lucy

October 2025

2 nights at Lisadan Cottage and Homestead

Lisa and Dan are such kind friendly people and our stay was beautiful and relaxing! The animals are a bonus and the views at sunset around the BBQ are great! Our sleeping quarters were large and the bed super comfortable- can’t wait to go back!

Karen

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

2 nights at Romanche Gap Mudgee

Had a good two night stay here. Nice easy access spot for our van. Lovely clean drop toilet with outdoor sink. Fire pit was a bonus to sit around and have a wine as sunset. We're able to gather kindling and some firewood just outside property or bring your own. Close to Mudgee and surrounds for wine tasting and lunch. Only minus was traffic noise, but only during daylight hours, no problem at night.Had a great stay.

Stuart

October 2025

5 m travel trailer

Group trip

2 nights at Romanche Gap Mudgee

Bare open paddock with a fixed fire and a great composting loo (best ive ever used). A little road noise if youre used to dead silence but not intrusive. Not somewhere you'd sit and stay but great for a base to explore from.

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Brett

October 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at The Gateway-Hargraves Bushland

We had another great stay at Home Base. It’s very peaceful and such a great place to relax. Plenty of shelter and love the forge for camp fire cooking. Recommend staying here. Stop at the little shop at Hargraves on the way in. The pies are delicious.

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Jin

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Lisadan Cottage and Homestead

My daughter had a great time playing with the farm animals. Lisa and Dan were super friendly and accommodating. We had fresh eggs to eat daily. This was our first camping trip. The accommodation was spacious and comfortable. The accommodation was very private. Night time we had a camp fire and watched the stars. We loved our stay.

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Abbey

October 2025

4 m Class B

Group trip

1 night at Romanche Gap Mudgee

Nice spot for an overnight van camp on the way north. Fire pit, clean toilet and sink. Very helpful to be able to buy some firewood for the night too. Thanks Carly!

Mandy

September 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Lisadan Cottage and Homestead

Lovely quiet spot with a variety of animals making it interesting. Winston the donkey (I think that was his name) was particularly curious - a real character. I enjoyed my stay.

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Stephanie

September 2025

10 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Neville Hotel Grounds

Lovely spot and although we chose a very busy weekend due to an event, the owners were very hospitable. We will be back for sure :)

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liz

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Neville Hotel Grounds

Had a great weekend out at Neville Hotel - my group of friends and I were well looked after and everyone was lovely. Even with the mix of a really busy weekend Joe made sure we were happy. Campgrounds were awesome and kids had the best time. Definitely will be returning.

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Peter

September 2025

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Romanche Gap Mudgee

Quiet peaceful. Great amenities. Loved it Some road noise but died down at night

Kate

August 2025

9 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Romanche Gap Mudgee

Lovely open paddock in great location for exploring the region. Good facilities and very friendly owner. The fire pit was awesome! Thanks for a lovely stay!!

Tanya

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Romanche Gap Mudgee

This was my first time using hipcamp and my first time solo camping with my dogs. It was a great spot for this purpose. Almost completely doggy proof fences (my 25-30kg dogs could probably fit through the fence at the entrance if they wanted but they never tried). My dogs loved all the space and it made my day to watch them run around all happy 🙂 The paddock with the toilet and power is right next to the road so you do get the occassional noise of passing vehicles. It is also the paddock right next to the house but there is plenty of space to keep your distance and I never saw anyone while I was there. Compost toilet set up was very convenient. I thought it would be your standard gross drop toilet but it was clean, no smells, instructions on how to use correctly. Sink outside to wash your hands with soap provided. The firepit area is beautiful. They left some wood for me to use but I had brought my own. It being a paddock there's not really any shade so it wouldn't be a good place for a summer camp but it was perfect for winter.

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craig

July 2025

4 m travel trailer

Group trip

3 nights at Romanche Gap Mudgee

Loved Romanche gap and its close proximity to beautiful wineries

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Noah

July 2025

Tent

1 night at Lisadan Cottage and Homestead

We had a great time at Lisa and Dan’s. They were really welcoming and accommodating. The farm is beautiful and the animals are lovely. Sitting by a fire, by the dam, amongst the gum trees was a delight. 10/10 would recommend.

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Tracy

July 2025

5 m travel trailer

3 nights at Romanche Gap Mudgee

Great location with easy access to Mudgee, the wineries and national parks. The camp site was extremely well looked after and had the added bonus of a compost toilet and an abundance of firewood to be used in the supplied firepit. Carly and Ryan were very informative offering suggestions of places to see and eat at.