The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Cessnock, New South Wales

Looking for a camping experience near Cessnock, New South Wales that welcomes pets? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 3,363 options specifically catered to pets in the Cessnock area, you'll find the perfect campsite for you and your furry friend. Plus, you can choose from a variety of popular amenities like rubbish disposal, campfires, and showers. If you're into outdoor activities, you'll have a blast biking, horseback riding, or trying out wind sports. Check out some of our top campsites with rave reviews from fellow campers: Fern Valley Ranch (401 reviews), Megalong Valley Farm (435 reviews), and Rivers Run Colo River (389 reviews). With an average price per night of £35 and options as low as £10, you can enjoy a budget-friendly getaway in nature. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Cessnock

Looking for a camping experience near Cessnock, New South Wales that welcomes pets? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 3,363 options specifically catered to pets in the Cessnock area, you'll find the perfect campsite for you and your furry friend. Plus, you can choose from a variety of popular amenities like rubbish disposal, campfires, and showers. If you're into outdoor activities, you'll have a blast biking, horseback riding, or trying out wind sports. Check out some of our top campsites with rave reviews from fellow campers: Fern Valley Ranch (401 reviews), Megalong Valley Farm (435 reviews), and Rivers Run Colo River (389 reviews). With an average price per night of £35 and options as low as £10, you can enjoy a budget-friendly getaway in nature. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Cessnock

1. Hawkesbury Hideaway

95%

(279)

78km from Cessnock · 10 sites · Tents, RVs

Unwind and reconnect with nature at our picturesque 10-acre campsite on the banks of the Hawkesbury River. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the great outdoors, surrounded by lush greenery, listen to the bell birds and watch the sunset on the water. Bring your swag, tent, caravan, car with roof top tent or camper trailer. Sorry no boats allowed. Book your camping adventure today.

2. Chapman Valley

98%

(448)

61km from Cessnock · 219 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

With its large, secluded Bush Campsites, 'Chapman Valley' is still Sydney's best-kept secret! Picture this. Your weekend escape is relaxed from the very start - the car trip along the scenic winding Putty Road is slow and leisurely as you know you can arrive at any time for the self serve check-in. After signing in, you meander through this Beef Cattle farm, heading to your own designated camping area. A private corner of the property all to yourselves! After setting up camp, and showing off your awesome (of course) campfire lighting skills, you sink back in your camp-chair and listen to ...the bush. And you see ...the bush. Not a single other camper in site. Oh, except the ones you invited with you of course! There they are. The kids running enthusiastically across the open paddock chasing after their footy, with Buster, the family dog happily nipping at their heels. "They'll sleep well tonight!" you think to yourself happily, as you sink further into your camp-chair and take a long drink on that ice cold beer. 1hr drive from the nearest town (Singleton), "Chapman Valley" is the perfect oasis for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. There are no nearby shops so be sure to bring everything with you. The property offers over 100kms of bush tracks ideal for walking, push-bike riding or 4WDing. On site-horse riding is available, offering rides ranging from 1hr family rides to full day experienced rides. Check out our website for a full list of offerings. The Communal camping area is within walking distance of our amenities block, which offers flushing porcelain toilets and a hot shower. Bush campsites are fully self-sufficient, BYO (bring your own) water and toileting system. All campers are required to take their rubbish home with them as there are no bins on site. Sites available for all vehicle types, from buses and large caravans to fully kitted out off-road vehicles. We offer a self check-in service with full maps and directions, which means you can arrive anytime you like. Free early check-in and late check-out: Check-in anytime from sunrise and check-out anytime before sunset so you can make the most of your getaway.

3. Banjo's Retreat

99%

(69)

46km from Cessnock · 8 sites · RVs

Banjo's Retreat is a 40 Acre property with multiple camp sites. It's located 20 minutes to beaches, 5 minutes to river. Restaurants, pubs close by, tree tops adventure park and amazement zoo 3mins away. With views to the mountains and amazing sunsets to the west over the national park. Walking trails, wildlife including kangaroos, echidnas, turtles, water dragons etc etc pay regular visits, as well as the abundent birdlife

from

AU$73

/ night

4. Clifford Park

65km from Cessnock · 1 site · Tent, RV

Undulating horse paddocks and open fields, sandy creek, billabong, abundant birdlife, and wildlife at night. Enjoy starry skies in this mountainous area with cliffs and quiet, natural, unspoiled spots at the foot of the mountains, accessible by foot. Sandy creek banks can be crossed in boots unless water levels are high. Drinking water is available from pristine National Park sources.

5. Noonameena

94%

(116)

52km from Cessnock · 7 sites · Tents, RVs

Noonameena is a beautiful retreat that feels secluded from the world, yet is just a stones throw from shops, beach, good food and parklands. We offer a number of grassy, level sites, some with shade, others with sun, all with bushland to the rear. There is also a pond/dam area, and lots of wildlife. We have a fire pit for communal use (subject to fire bans and weather conditions). The kangaroos will come and visit you early in the morning, and in the evening. You will also see lots of different parrots and birds. We even have goannas and echidnas about and the black cockatoos will come in for a visit. You will need to bring your own camp toilet, as we don't have facilities here. Pets are welcome but please keep them on a lead at all times as we have lots of wildlife around! Please note, when we have heavy rain, the ground can get boggy. We are very mindful to keep tabs on the weather for our guests, and will be in good communication with you in the lead up to your stay should we suspect there to be any issues. Whilst camping by the beautiful dam is lovely in fine weather, when it's raining, it’s best to camp towards the front of the property on higher ground. We'll advise the best solution in these circumstances. LET US KNOW about your preferred booking even if it appears booked out, as we can probably make it work or have ALTERNATIVE solutions for you! Some things to keep in mind: * please convey your setup to the host at time of booking - to ensure most suitable site * watch out for communications from the host and respond promptly * arrival and set up SHOULD be before dark, out of respect for the wildlife, other campers, neighbouring properties and the host * communicate ETA to host * read the property RULES and specific details on each INDIVIDUAL site link to ensure understanding and a respectful stay (this is a LINK at the end) * dogs need to be on a lead AT ALL TIMES * dog poo MUST be removed and cleaned up * PLEASE DRIVE SLOWLY at all times - respecting wildlife, pets, other campers and host property * NO INDIVIDUAL FIRES - this is a bushfire area and requires fire permits * Respect your allocated site and instructions, use your own camping toilet (not the grounds or bush - due to ground water) and clean up after yourself on the site

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Ailsa

3 weeks ago

4 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Chapman Valley

Great location, private, and camping sites are very large. Hosts are easy to deal with and information provided is clear

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Warren

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

It’s a great spot right on the Hawkesbury river. Hosts were great with communication. Only 1 hour from Sydney 😃

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Anthony

3 weeks ago

4 m pop-up camper

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

Great spot, right on the river and easy to get to from Sydney. John was a great host, very friendly.

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Arielle

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

Loved the camping site. Great location and amenities. We had a great time and hosts communicated well. Thanks for having us! Would love to visit again

A summer storm at Noonameena with the sun breaking through.

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Michael

November 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Noonameena

We really enjoyed our stay here with our pets for 3 nights. Sibby's communication was excellent, the place was easy to find and we were guided into our spot. Everything was very green, there was plenty of Birdlife, roos and possums and peace at nighttime. We based ourselves here and went to Newcastle and Nelson Bay easily over the few days, easy drives in both directions.

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Scott

November 2025

7 m Class A

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

Great flat riverside camp. We set up our motorhome in the eastern corner which provided a great view of the river. Highly recommended if you want to sit back and relax. Sure we’ll be back.

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Mary

November 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

Second time there in two weeks. Such a spacious and relaxing spot!

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Graeme

November 2025

7 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

Hawkesbury Hideaway was a very peaceful place to stay the night. Even though there were a few other campers there it was very pleasant by the river and everyone was very respectful of all the other campers. I will definitely be back.

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Ella

November 2025

Tent

1 night at Hawkesbury Hideaway

We had one night here with extended check out (so two full days) and luckily had the place to ourselves. I accidentally booked a powered site but think we ended up on site #3? (unpowered). It was next to boat ramp and we swam and hung out in shade. The toilet and shower were clean (took a while to find it near trampoline close to the house). Toni was great to deal with online and John gave us a friendly welcome.

Russ

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Chapman Valley

Amazing spot! No campers within 6km. Essentially had the entire property to ourselves, roos and some cattle. Was a clear night with plenty of stars out. Will 100% be back

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Kiera

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

Had a really relaxing stay here, views were really nice! Would recommend to others!

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Mary

November 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

Such a cool spot! Defs will be bringing my friends next time

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Swastika

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

It was my first experience in the tent camping and it was amazing as the view, place was great to visit. Me and my husband really enjoyed the nature. I would love to come again.

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Anastasia

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

We had a great stay! Toni was easy to communicate with and very helpful. The property was beautiful, great location right next to the river. Lots of space, clean and we were able to hire a fire pit for the evening which was amazing.

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Tom

November 2025

8 m Class B

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

Really nice time here. Thank you. Incredible location.

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Tim

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

Was a great night away - easy to get to, great open area to kick a ball around with the kids. Nice views, spacious and John was super helpful and friendly. Having a fire pit with wood made our night!

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Alan

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

Great location on the river and really peaceful, would definitely return.

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Alice

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

Nice quiet spot on the river. Flat grassy spots and dog friendly. We enjoyed our stay.

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Josh

October 2025

12 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Banjo's Retreat

Great bush setting , 2 different open areas to choose from, barry was great met us and showed us both areas, fire pits available

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Bubpba

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hawkesbury Hideaway

We had such a relaxing weekend getaway! The place was clean, peaceful, and had plenty of space. We really enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to come back again. Highly recommend Site 2 -it’s the best spot right by the river!