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

Looking for the perfect camping spot near Grafton, New South Wales that allows pets? Look no further than Hipcamp. With over 3800 options to choose from in the area, you're sure to find the ideal campground for you and your furry friend. Plus, with an average price per night of just $29 and options as low as $5, camping has never been more affordable. Check out some of the top campsites like Misty Mountain/100 Tents - Kunghur (397 reviews), Footprints in Style (276 reviews), and Yildaan Trail Campground (255 reviews). These sites offer popular amenities such as pet-friendly areas, toilets, and campfires. Plus, you can enjoy activities like horseback riding, surfing, and biking in the beautiful Australian terrain. So pack up your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for the perfect camping spot near Grafton, New South Wales that allows pets? Look no further than Hipcamp. With over 3800 options to choose from in the area, you're sure to find the ideal campground for you and your furry friend. Plus, with an average price per night of just $29 and options as low as $5, camping has never been more affordable. Check out some of the top campsites like Misty Mountain/100 Tents - Kunghur (397 reviews), Footprints in Style (276 reviews), and Yildaan Trail Campground (255 reviews). These sites offer popular amenities such as pet-friendly areas, toilets, and campfires. Plus, you can enjoy activities like horseback riding, surfing, and biking in the beautiful Australian terrain. So pack up your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Brickella

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(306)

76km from Grafton · 130 sites · Tents, RVs · Woodburn, NSW

OPEN FIELD CAMPING ONLY in a pristine bush setting. With access to Brandy Arm Creek, off the Evans River. Boat ramp available. These are primitive camping sites - Bring and take everything required for an enjoyable camping experience. Great access off the M1. The property is located 20 minutes to Evans Head and 45 minutes to Byron Bay. The resident horse "Usher" is very friendly.

2. Blicks River Camping

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(115)

69km from Grafton · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · Dundurrabin, NSW

Do you like private river swimming. You will need 4WD. ? Our property is in Dundurrabin which is inland from Coffs Harbour. Perfect for those seeking a spot 'off the beaten track.' You will need 4WD car, caravan/camper. There is no 2WD access. 4WD only. We offer beautiful river camping. Enjoy the company of platypus, turtles extensive bird life, reptiles, native flora and fauna. Spend your time swimming, river exploring & bush walking - all in total privacy. There is a pit toilet but you're welcome to bring your own amenities. Pets are welcome. Phone reception is limited. There is no Telstra signal, only Optus. Campsites are not allocated, you can choose wherever you would like to set up. We have 60 acres with the Blicks river running along the bottom end of the property. (our home is at the opposite end of the acreage so you will have your own space). We invite you to come and enjoy our property, groups and families welcome. Our only requirement is that you respect the river and the environment - no washing in the river (shampoo, dishwashing liquid etc). Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions!

3. Private River Camp

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(252)

13km from Grafton · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Eatonsville, NSW

Off grid camping, 1.4 km of private freshwater river frontage, sandy beach access. Camping area is approximately 10 acres. The property is 150 acres, plenty of room to kick a footy or play cricket. Fish, Kayak, Swim. - Campers to have their own amenities. - Good access for all types of vehicles including 2WD, caravans, motorhomes. - 4WD or AWD highly recommended in heavy rain. - Access is via 3 km of gravel road. - Dogs are permitted but strictly must not chase or upset cattle or horses - Campfires permitted in a designated area when restrictions aren't in place - BYO firewood or cut your own from ample fallen timber - 13 klm from South Grafton Shopping Centre, Coles Ect. - Property Approx 1500 meters to Clarence River Junction - A small number of canoes and kayaks are available.

4. Mororo Hobby Farm

47km from Grafton · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Mororo, NSW

50 acre Hobby farm. Lovely walking tracks through forest. Chickens, peacock, horses, cows to view and pat. Pitch a tent and enjoy the view of the dam, black cockatoos flying overhead and the relaxed vibe of this coastal farm. There is a flying fox, tree swing, half pipe for skateboarding, trampoline and plenty of space to ride your bike. 3mins off the highway What’s nearby - 15mins to closest beach (shark bay which allows cars to drive along it) . Great fishing too. 18mins to New Italy state forest Has dedicated mountain bike tracks. Allows moterbikes and horse riding. (Easy parking) Only 4 campsites and one cabin so plenty of room for everyone to have their privacy Pets welcome including horses. Dogs must be on leash.

5. Higher Ground Coastal Bush Retreat & Permaculture

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(42)

31km from Grafton · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · Shark Creek, NSW

Your coastal bush oasis awaits! Higher Ground Retreat is 146 acres of coastal bushland at Shark Creek behind the coastal range of Yuragir National Park. Enjoy all the Clarence valley has to offer with the laid back lifestyle in the many rural and coastal villages. Enjoy the uncrowded surfing, fishing, kayaking, boating, bushwalking all along this pristine coastline. or take a day trip to explore the wilderness of the upper reaches of the Clarence River. Higher Ground is an off-grid property that feels a world away, but is only 15 minutes drive from Maclean, 25 minutes from the stunning beaches at Brooms Head, Angourie and Yamba, and less than 2 hours from the Gold Coast. Visit our organic permaculture farm and experience the self-sufficient life you’ve been yearning for, with off-grid solar, tank-water and a waterhole for swimming. Vegies, fruit trees, heritage breed chickens with babies hatching, a shade house for seedlings – this garden is designed to minimise effort and inputs and maximize productivity. Learn about animal integration into the system, new ways of composting and food forest systems. We have a homestead for rent, Glamping Belle tents and also a variety of camping options, Each site is relatively flat and has enough shade in the hottest part of the day. Whether you are in the house or camping, you will have privacy both from your fellow campers with each site being at least 30m apart, separated by trees yet still open enough to enjoy the views of the land and each aspect of the sun throughout the day. We have a screened in camp kitchen for you to enjoy with fridge, tank water and solar power. Each site has a metal fire pit and plenty of space for 2-3 tents or caravan /motorhome with good access during the dry season. The composting toilet and hot shower are close by. We are dog friendly as long as your pet is quiet and well managed. Off-lead can be decided depending on the dog and the interaction with our passive 10 year old Koolie who is very relaxed around other dogs. They must be controlled as sheep are nearby and we have an abundance of wildlife. We have a slackline, a rope swing and badmitten for anyone looking to include more play in their stay! Responsible campfires are permitted in the metal fire pits in designated area when restrictions aren't in place. Firewood can be purchased for $15 P bag Full Mobile reception for Telstra and Optus although we encourage you to minimise screen time during your stay and immerse yourself in the off-grid lifestyle 😉. The road in is also suitable for a 2WD but more comfortable in a 4WD. Drinking water is provided. Please bring your own water for cooking and washing up. We hope you enjoy your stay at Higher Ground 🙂

Stories from the community

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CHAD

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Brickella

Nice open space to enjoy and relax. Great to be able to launch boats from too.

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Gary

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Private River Camp

Great piece of land well presented to those that take the opportunity to stay in this region and appreciate what the area has to offer.

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Jayne

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Private River Camp

Great deep sandy bottom river to swim in. Spacious and shaded camp spots. Great camp spot.

Maria

November 2025

4 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Brickella

Lovely sites and great place to relax. We appreciate a fee fire woods

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Mark

November 2025

Tent

3 nights at Brickella

Camping here was amazing so much room not squished next to other campers everyone has there own space if your going yourself or with a group lots of different areas you can camp on I would highly recommend to any one who want a few day away or even longer as it’s secluded but also not far from a small town

Nicole

October 2025

9 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Brickella

We enjoyed coming back again and enjoyed and the big grassy campsite. Plenty of room, close to Evans Head. Phil is a friendly helpful host.

Dean

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Brickella

A gem of a spot, host is fantastic, directions to camp spot on. Flat level ground close to the river for fishing and swimming. Highly recommend.

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Andrea

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Brickella

Very welcoming host & great site- we can a great few days - thank you!

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Diana

October 2025

5 m Class B

1 night at Private River Camp

Private , quiet , river was clear for swimming , grounds well kept and very tidy! We absolutely loved it. 3 days of not one other human around . Coming back ! Host is very responsive to messaging and helpful.

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Brad

October 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Brickella

Phil is a great fella. Came and greeted us at sun down and guided us past all the roo's to a stunning location by the river which was teeming with action. Well be back for sure!

Stephen

October 2025

4 m Class B

2 nights at Private River Camp

I enjoyed this location for the second time. Myself and my dogs found it relaxing. Will be returning soon. Thanks

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Rene

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Private River Camp

We thoroughly enjoyed our camping at Craig‘s place and having the river right there was an absolute godsend Such a peaceful way to spend the afternoon looking at the gorgeous Orara. We will definitely book again

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Glenda

October 2025

12 m travel trailer

2 nights at Private River Camp

Beautiful well kept grounds. So quiet and peaceful.

Glenn

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

4 nights at Private River Camp

Private with huge amount of open green space surrounded by bushland with the beautiful Orara River right there. Its only 15 km or so out of Grafton but feels so secluded and peaceful. It's a great location to base yourself for canoing and kayaking trips on the river. Craig is a wonderful host who communicates quickly. Can't wait to go back!

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sue

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Brickella

It was a beautiful place to have some relaxing time.

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Abel

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Brickella

Tent camping with kids , many sites to choose from nice and flat plenty of space from other campers. Great river access! Few fish caught kids enjoyed catching cooking and eating. Phill is a great host Thanks again hopefully we will be able to stay longer next time.

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Jill

October 2025

6 m Class B

With pets

2 nights at Brickella

We had a great couple of days at Brickella. The grounds are vast and green and kept mown and there is so much space for everyone to spread out. We camped near a stand of gum trees and had a very short walk to get to the creek. It's a short paddle to the river or various creek branches depending on which way you turn and is a very pleasant way to spend the day. Apparently the fishing is also good in places. Phil is a very friendly and helpful host, making sure everything is ok and even topping up your firewood if needed. Dogs are free to roam unleashed around your campsite and fires are permitted. Lots of bird life and roos, (even a friendly, resident horse) and the surrounding bush has some beautiful trees which are massive. We will come again and next time stay longer so we can explore more of the waterways.

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Alex

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Higher Ground Coastal Bush Retreat & Permaculture

Tranquil campsites surrounded by trees, with good facilities like hot shower, large camp kitchen. Also well located for access to Yamba, Angourie, Broom’s Head, etc… (around 30 mins drive). The dawn chorus is stunning!

Michaela

October 2025

4 m pop-up camper

Group trip

4 nights at Private River Camp

Breathtaking! As you drive in, you can see how well the property is maintained. You have many spots to choose from to set up. It's a short walk or drive down to the river from the main camping areas. We loved our stay with the family (couple of set ups) and kids. It's one of those spots you wouldnt tell too many people about. We will be back!

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SJ

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Brickella

There were a lot more people there than we had anticipated but we still had a great stay as we found a little spot tucked away. Phil was very helpful.