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

If you’re travelling with pets, Macksville packs in over 1,000 pet-friendly camping options—plenty of space for both two- and four-legged adventurers. You’ll find campsites nestled near rivers, dotted along farm paddocks, and tucked beside bushland. Expect showers, campfires allowed, and a warm welcome for your furry mate at most spots. Fishing, surfing, and wildlife-watching are on tap, with locals hitting the water early and winding down by the fire at night. Camp for as little as $8, with an average night sitting at $39. For proven crowd-pleasers, check out The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie (669 reviews), Bundilla River Camp (589 reviews), and Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone (482 reviews). Show up ready for salt air, campfire smoke, and muddy paws—Macksville’s pet-friendly camping is built for real adventures.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Macksville

If you’re travelling with pets, Macksville packs in over 1,000 pet-friendly camping options—plenty of space for both two- and four-legged adventurers. You’ll find campsites nestled near rivers, dotted along farm paddocks, and tucked beside bushland. Expect showers, campfires allowed, and a warm welcome for your furry mate at most spots. Fishing, surfing, and wildlife-watching are on tap, with locals hitting the water early and winding down by the fire at night. Camp for as little as $8, with an average night sitting at $39. For proven crowd-pleasers, check out The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie (669 reviews), Bundilla River Camp (589 reviews), and Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone (482 reviews). Show up ready for salt air, campfire smoke, and muddy paws—Macksville’s pet-friendly camping is built for real adventures.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Macksville

1. Little Rawdon Island Camp

99%

(153)

78km from Macksville · 7 sites · RVs

Our beautiful riverside farm is a 94 acre, private waterfront property. All camps are large waterfront sites and well spaced apart, with firepits and acres of open lawn space for the kids! Vehicle access is easy and no need to un-hitch if you're doing a short stopover. There is excellent fishing, bird-watching and natural ecology. We’re located opposite Rawdon Creek Nature Reserve with pristine waterways to explore. Free use of large 3 man canoe and high tide ramp available for small boats. Plenty of pure fresh rainwater to fill your van. Our pristine campsite location means we cannot provide toilets. WE ONLY ALLOW CARAVANS, MOTORHOMES or CAMPER TRAILERS with a working toilet. Sorry, tent only, or small camper vans not permitted. PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR TYPE OF RV WHEN YOU BOOK !!! Your friendly dog is welcome, please don't bring other dogs! Site 1 has a large undercover camp kitchen with gas BBQ, good drinking water, 12v lighting. The best site to have, when the weather isn't great. Additional small vehicle allowed on some sites, please contact. The last 3 klm of road to the farm is a council maintained gravel road usually in good condition. Dump points are at Wauchope and Port Mac. ** PLEASE ARRIVE BEFORE SUNSET ** so you can find your campsite!

2. Anchorage Park

99%

(444)

25km from Macksville · 7 sites · RVs

To protect our lawns, Anchorage Park Urunga now requires the use of breathable eco grass-friendly camping mats or enjoy the grass. Thank you for helping keep Anchorage Park beautiful. With the warmer season approaching we advise to familiarise yourselves with the NSW Rural Fire Services - Bush Fire Danger Period runs from 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026 Check out our social media pages for current up to date NEWS Riverfront campground on the majestic Kalang River. Boating, fishing, crabbing, swimming literally from your awning. 20 minutes south of Coffs Harbour, 5 minutes from Urunga town centre. All sites are waterfront, somewhat level and grassed. Communal fire pits and potable water on-site seasonally - Contact us before arrival. All campers must be self contained (removing rubbish and must have own toilet) Use of boat ramp, jetty, kayaks and fire pits available from farm house. Wood for sale This is a dog friendly campground inviting self contained campers to enjoy our beautiful property. Raised individual fire pits are allowed (no fires on the ground) Out of respect for our campers privacy and insurance requirements, UNAUTHORISED entry to campgrounds is prohibited. Note ** extra adult charge refers to (school) children 16 years or older staying with parents. Group bookings are welcomed, please contact host directly for details **Conditions apply

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AU$59

/ night

3. Yarrawin Camping

100%

(186)

18km from Macksville · 26 sites · Tents, RVs

Yarrawin is 680 acre cattle farm and hardwood timber plantation in the heart of the Nambucca Valley, offering scenic, secluded, private campsites with their own swimming hole and a river gravel beach on 3km of beautiful double river frontage. Camping options include riverside camps, the Shack and riverside camp and a large secluded valley. Each campsite is separate from the others, giving guests privacy and exclusive use of the swimming hole (except Chinamans Valley) at their site. All riverside sites offer a natural gravel beach entry into the water. There are no amenities here, campers will need to be self contained and leave no trace. Every site has a fire pit which must be used for campfires. If you want to use your own it must be off the ground. Only sand mats or similar, NO TARPS, to be set up on the grassed areas to preserve the grass. Firewood $20/night (CASH ONLY PLEASE). Please let us know in advance if you want firewood. Beautiful drinking rain water is available in a 20lt Jerry can if required on arrival. Bird lovers can enjoy watching the various bird varieties, as well as ducks. Animals include wallabies, goannas, deer and fish as well as cattle and stock horses. Fishing is okay but it is STRICTLY catch and release ONLY. There are many places to go bushwalking, either following the river or heading up the valleys or hiking up the hills through the trees. The property is just 10kms from the convenience of Bowraville, a historic township with a supermarket, folk museum, a war museum, a historic theatre, and other historic buildings. Nambucca Heads and the beautiful surrounding beaches are just 27kms east and Coffs Harbour 80kms away. Please note this is a working farm, so there will be cattle and stock horses on the property that may approach your campsite.

4. Port Macquarie Riverside

78km from Macksville · 6 sites · RVs

Port Macquarie Riverside is a peaceful riverside campsite nestled in the natural beauty of Riverside, New South Wales, offering a true outdoor escape with water views and plenty of space to relax by the river. Campers can enjoy private river access where you can swim, paddle, fish, or simply unwind watching the water flow by. The surrounding landscape features native bushland and abundant birdlife, making this a great location for nature lovers and anyone seeking peace and quiet just a short drive from Port Macquarie and the Mid North Coast’s beaches. This is a self‑sufficient campsite with no power or facilities provided, so you’ll want to bring everything you need for your stay and leave no trace behind. Set up your tent, camper, or swag in a scenic spot, build a campfire (when permitted), and enjoy evenings under starry skies with the gentle sounds of the river as your soundtrack. The property’s location also makes it a perfect base for exploring the region’s outdoor attractions, from riverside walks and water activities to nearby national parks, coastal beaches, and local towns with cafes, markets, and shops. Bring your sense of adventure and your camping gear for a memorable off‑grid experience at Port Macquarie Riverside — a quiet, scenic place to reconnect with nature and relax by the water.

from

AU$49

/ night

5. The Harvest House

94%

(235)

15km from Macksville · 9 sites · Tents, RVs

Set on 100 acres, half way between Sydney and Brisbane and just 5 minutes off the Pacific Highway, The Harvest House is an ideal place to stop over to break-up your journey. The property is a mixture of fields and bushland. Old logging tracks cut through the trees are perfect for exploring. There is an abundance of wildlife from kangaroos and wallabies to red and yellow tailed black cockatoos, and even the occasional echidna!There are several camping areas to choose from. We have room for RV's and big camping rigs to pull up too.Well behaved pets are welcome. We are ideally suited to self-contained campers as there are no facilities onsite.The famous Eungai Creek Buffalo farm and cafe is just 5 mins away and beautiful beaches, shops and restaurants are all within a 20 minute drive.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Jane

2 weeks ago

12 m travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Yarrawin Camping

Beautiful camp area. Well kept. Great views and creek. Friendly cows and horses. Lovely host.

Andy

2 weeks ago

9 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Anchorage Park

We keep coming back. Magical spot with amazing hosts. Always plan a stop on our way north or south

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Nicole

2 weeks ago

4 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Anchorage Park

This is our second visit and it didn’t disappoint. We came in summer this time and the water was beautiful, crystal clear and plenty of fish. All sites booked but plenty of space - will definitely be back again.

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Shane

3 weeks ago

5 m travel trailer

3 nights at Anchorage Park

Beautiful campground, well maintained, tranquil and great hosts. Proximity to surrounding areas is great too.

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Anthony

3 weeks ago

7 m travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Anchorage Park

Lovely grassed area riverwas beautiful to swim in heaps of room between van sites and Troy and Angela were perfect hosts thoroughly recommend this Park

Trev

3 weeks ago

15 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Little Rawdon Island Camp

Awesome spot on the river. Fish for dinner. Nice drive in to check out the town centre.

Sharna

3 weeks ago

8 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Little Rawdon Island Camp

Best camping right on the river banks, lovely grassy sites spent the week fishing and relaxing. Nothing was too much trouble for Scott and even brought down a pot to throw in the river. Loved we had full use of rhw camp kitchen to ourselves. Will definately be back.

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Roy

3 weeks ago

8 m travel trailer

2 nights at Anchorage Park

Located in an amazing landscape, the sites are expansive and on flat grassy ground. Loved our stay.

Site 6 - River views and private access to water with wind protection. Our largest site by sqm

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Richard

3 weeks ago

5 m car

4 nights at Anchorage Park

Lovely spacious grassy areas to camp next to the river. Angela and Troy are wonderful hosts. Would love to stay again.

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Roz

3 weeks ago

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Anchorage Park

Highly recommend this Hipcamp The entrance into the property was very inviting with a long road lined with trees and followed the river leading to the Farm house with a huge turning circle for caravans. The host Troy & Angella were friendly, informative and our site number 1 was right on the river. We had no trees in front of our site just some small plants. So we had full view of the river. There are steps leading down to the river which is sandy and good for swimming (which our dog Bonnie loved). You can have a small fire but we didn’t feel the need at this time of year. The grounds are very well maintained and nice green grass. We would highly recommend this Hipcamp and shall be returning again.

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Tinu

3 weeks ago

6 m pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to Yarrawin Camping

Our stay at Ian's Hipcamp was everything we dreamed of and more. The camping spot is perfectly situated right on a beautiful, winding creek, offering the ultimate private escape. We were able to set up our camper right on the sandy bank, giving us direct access to the water for swimming and relaxing. The location is incredibly picturesque, featuring a stunning contrast between the lush, dense greenery lining the river on one side and an open, sunny field on the other. It feels wonderfully wild yet totally accessible. A huge shout-out to our incredible hosts, Ian and Bobbie! They were so friendly, welcoming, and accommodating. They even surprised us with a batch of homemade brownies—such a thoughtful touch that truly elevated our stay. If you're looking for a truly peaceful, secluded experience to disconnect and enjoy nature, this is the place. Ian and Bobbie have created a hidden paradise—we can't wait to come back!

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Sidonie

3 weeks ago

19 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Anchorage Park

Our stay at Anchorage Park was amazing. So relaxing with stunning views and peaceful and private atmosphere. We enjoyed fishing onsite too. It was like being on our own little piece of paradise. Highly recommend this place.

Trees both side provide shade throughout the day.

Wendy

3 weeks ago

8 m travel trailer

Group trip

3 nights at Little Rawdon Island Camp

Scott and Marg are lovely hosts. Site 4 was fabulous for fishing. Managed to land several bream and a flathead. Did get a chance to throw a crab pot in but looks like it would be good at the end of the site. Well kept site with a great outlook on the creek.

Simon

November 2025

7 m travel trailer

2 nights at Anchorage Park

A great spot our second visit within 12 months. Great access to water and large site.

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Terese

November 2025

6 m Class B

1 night at Anchorage Park

Anchorage Park at Urunga was our first Hip Camp and we absolutely loved it. So beautiful and peaceful. Looking forward to staying again when up that way

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Mark

November 2025

Tent

2 nights at Yarrawin Camping

We had a great time best camping spot I've ever been fishing and swimming and flying fox shack was great especially when it rained a bit at night animals roaming cows and horses great fire pit and not far to town can't recommend it enough thank u Ian and Bobbie

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Emma

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

4 nights at Yarrawin Camping

We absolutely loved this camp, it was private, quiet and peaceful. The swimming holes were great with lovely water and fun zip lines. Ian, Bobbie and their friends were amazing and willing to help out every day (plus there were delicious brownies on entry). There was so much space and beautiful views. We cannot recommend staying here more.

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Julia

November 2025

13 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Anchorage Park

Lovely spot. Tranquil beside the river but would book a site with clear river frontage (fishing) next time. Lots of birdlife and very friendly pups but we did have to put our old dog inside the van. Access was easy and instructions were clear. Will be back.

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Craig

November 2025

9 m travel trailer

1 night at Anchorage Park

We loved the views of the river. Angela greeted us and show us to the camp site the property is amazing Will stay again when passing by next time

Liz

November 2025

13 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Little Rawdon Island Camp

We loved camping at Site 1. We had exclusive use of the camp kitchen and plenty of space to spread out. Scott and Marg are terrific hosts, friendly and welcoming. Only 25 mins inland from Port Macquarie, a cafe just 5 mins away and 10 mins off the Pacific Highway, we highly recommend this place for either a stop over or a week's stay. We stayed for 3 nights and loved it. The fishing was great as well! Thanks Scott and Marg.