- Camping with pets allowed
The best dog-friendly camping near Nowra
96% (4K) • 211 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Nowra
Pheasant Ground
1. Pheasant Ground
95%
(263)
32km from Nowra · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Situated just off Jamberoo Mountain Road, we are ideally located between Bowral and Kiama.
This campsite is a flat grassy area with rural views to the west and north west. Enjoy the lush green grass under the shade of old gnarly trees. Dogs on leashes are very welcome.
Campers will have access to toilet during their stay, just a short walk from the camping area.
Various birds, wombats and wallabies are common around our farm and we're located very close to Carrington Falls (Budderoo National Park), the Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk
and Barren Grounds Nature Reserve where you can go for a lovely bushwalk or have a swim.
This campsite is best suited to caravans or RVs as we are situated near a
semi-busy tourist road between Robertson and Jamberoo (perfect if you need a safe place to stay on your adventure). Our front paddock has easy access off Gordon’s track.
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$91
/ night
Lyrebirds Nest
2. Lyrebirds Nest
98%
(82)
42km from Nowra · 2 sites
Welcome to Lyrebirds Nest, a quiet bush escape.
Lyrebirds Nest cottage is situated in the bush with forest views from the balcony and rooms. The cottage is setup for glamping with an wood stove, queen bed (BYO linen), sofa, electricity, filtered water (hot and cold), hot indoor shower and composting toilet. A bar fridge and microwave is also provided. The open fire is not to be used.
The surrounding land on the property includes a lake with jetty, sauna, olive grove, orchard and chicken coup.
There are great hikes on the property or you can follow the creek and continue into the State Forest.
There is plenty of wildlife to see, a bird lovers paradise with plenty of Lyrebirds, king parrots, black cockatoos to name a few.
You're welcome to stay in the cottage or camp by the lake.
Located half way between Canberra and Sydney, and 15 minutes walk from Penrose station with easy access to all the Southern Highlands has to offer.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
AU$303
/ night
Wings of the Carribee
3. Wings of the Carribee
98%
(62)
44km from Nowra · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
If your heart beats to the vibrant drum of the Southern Highlands but you want the space and freedom of camping on a great river, then Wings of the Carribee is for you.
Two campsites share 20 Acres of cottonwood trees on the Wingecarribee river. They are 250m apart and both on the riverfront giving you the seclusion you need while allowing you access to all that the Highlands have to offer. Bring your fishing rod and yabbie net, sit at the large picnic table, rent a kayak and go for a paddle, come say hello to the miniature Hereford cattle and enjoy the half drum fire pit while watching the cows grazing across the river. If you are bringing dog(s) then they must be on a lead or consider Yabbie which is enclosed.
Of course you will be tempted to explore the area. Wings sits directly between Bowral and Moss Vale (both are less than 5km away) and is 14 km from historic Berrima so you can leave the camper and head into town to enjoy the old world charm of the area. The Southern Highlands is ideal if you’re wanting to escape Sydney (100km) or Canberra (160km) without lengthy travel. Discover all that the area has to offer including a host of idyllic country towns, fascinating shops and regular country events. With it’s abundant wineries, award-winning restaurants, culinary delights, and natural splendor, it’s the place to unplug, find yourself and indulge in some of life’s finest pleasures.
If the birds and the bees are your thing then you are also in for a rare treat. We have eastern greys, rabbits, the odd fox and a host of birdlife (eyes open for the resident wedgetail pair, pelicans, black swans etc.), but whatever you seek from your break, we look forward to hosting you.
Note that you have to bring your own toilet facility. Please confirm when you book that you are self sufficient in this regard.
Campfires
Potable water
Picnic table
from
AU$103
/ night
Noonameena - Sleep in the Bush
4. Noonameena - Sleep in the Bush
97%
(62)
53km from Nowra · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Noonameena is a 100 acre natural bushland property located approx 7kms outside of Berrima, NSW in the Southern Highlands. While most of the property is covered by a variety of natural bushland, a small flat area of cleared land is perfect for recreational campers.
The property has access to the Wingecarribee River to the south, a natural pool and large dam in the camping area.
Other property features include commercial gardens, orchards and free range chicken coop as well as a homestead with surrounding gardens.
There are also plenty of walking tracks on the property.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$97
/ night
Joadja Gorge Retreat & Camping
5. Joadja Gorge Retreat & Camping
95%
(194)
55km from Nowra · 12 sites · Tents, RVs
Escape to 100 acres of natural beauty, where 60% of the land is pristine bushland perched high above the Wingecarribee River. Our 4 secluded campsites offer the perfect retreat for nature lovers, with walking tracks, bush climbing adventures, and exceptional stargazing on clear nights.
We’re a pet-friendly getaway—dogs are welcome on-leash and under control. Share the space with our friendly farm animals, including horses, a donkey, an alpaca, and free-ranging peacocks, chooks, ducks, and guinea fowl.
Our property is fully off-grid, so campers must be self-contained and follow a leave-no-trace policy. To enhance your stay, we’ve recently added a flush toilet, outdoor sink, and cold shower, centrally located near the homestead due to the natural landscape. It’s a short walk from most sites and solar lit at night for easy access. Each site has its own firepit. Firewood is plentiful, fresh drinking water is available, and we can provide table and chair setups on request.
Located just 30 minutes from Mittagong and 20 minutes from Berrima, you're close to great restaurants and cafes, lots of boutique shopping, weekly markets, award-winning cellar doors, and world-class distilleries and farm experiences. Don't miss the World Heritage-listed Joadja town and distillery, just a 15-minute drive away.
To make your stay even more special, indulge in one of our gourmet hampers filled with the best local produce.
Discover the Southern Highlands—peaceful, adventurous, and unforgettable.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$85
/ night
96% (4K) • 211 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Nowra
Pheasant Ground
1. Pheasant Ground
95%
(263)
32km from Nowra · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Situated just off Jamberoo Mountain Road, we are ideally located between Bowral and Kiama.
This campsite is a flat grassy area with rural views to the west and north west. Enjoy the lush green grass under the shade of old gnarly trees. Dogs on leashes are very welcome.
Campers will have access to toilet during their stay, just a short walk from the camping area.
Various birds, wombats and wallabies are common around our farm and we're located very close to Carrington Falls (Budderoo National Park), the Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk
and Barren Grounds Nature Reserve where you can go for a lovely bushwalk or have a swim.
This campsite is best suited to caravans or RVs as we are situated near a
semi-busy tourist road between Robertson and Jamberoo (perfect if you need a safe place to stay on your adventure). Our front paddock has easy access off Gordon’s track.
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$91
/ night
Lyrebirds Nest
2. Lyrebirds Nest
98%
(82)
42km from Nowra · 2 sites
Welcome to Lyrebirds Nest, a quiet bush escape.
Lyrebirds Nest cottage is situated in the bush with forest views from the balcony and rooms. The cottage is setup for glamping with an wood stove, queen bed (BYO linen), sofa, electricity, filtered water (hot and cold), hot indoor shower and composting toilet. A bar fridge and microwave is also provided. The open fire is not to be used.
The surrounding land on the property includes a lake with jetty, sauna, olive grove, orchard and chicken coup.
There are great hikes on the property or you can follow the creek and continue into the State Forest.
There is plenty of wildlife to see, a bird lovers paradise with plenty of Lyrebirds, king parrots, black cockatoos to name a few.
You're welcome to stay in the cottage or camp by the lake.
Located half way between Canberra and Sydney, and 15 minutes walk from Penrose station with easy access to all the Southern Highlands has to offer.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
AU$303
/ night
Wings of the Carribee
3. Wings of the Carribee
98%
(62)
44km from Nowra · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
If your heart beats to the vibrant drum of the Southern Highlands but you want the space and freedom of camping on a great river, then Wings of the Carribee is for you.
Two campsites share 20 Acres of cottonwood trees on the Wingecarribee river. They are 250m apart and both on the riverfront giving you the seclusion you need while allowing you access to all that the Highlands have to offer. Bring your fishing rod and yabbie net, sit at the large picnic table, rent a kayak and go for a paddle, come say hello to the miniature Hereford cattle and enjoy the half drum fire pit while watching the cows grazing across the river. If you are bringing dog(s) then they must be on a lead or consider Yabbie which is enclosed.
Of course you will be tempted to explore the area. Wings sits directly between Bowral and Moss Vale (both are less than 5km away) and is 14 km from historic Berrima so you can leave the camper and head into town to enjoy the old world charm of the area. The Southern Highlands is ideal if you’re wanting to escape Sydney (100km) or Canberra (160km) without lengthy travel. Discover all that the area has to offer including a host of idyllic country towns, fascinating shops and regular country events. With it’s abundant wineries, award-winning restaurants, culinary delights, and natural splendor, it’s the place to unplug, find yourself and indulge in some of life’s finest pleasures.
If the birds and the bees are your thing then you are also in for a rare treat. We have eastern greys, rabbits, the odd fox and a host of birdlife (eyes open for the resident wedgetail pair, pelicans, black swans etc.), but whatever you seek from your break, we look forward to hosting you.
Note that you have to bring your own toilet facility. Please confirm when you book that you are self sufficient in this regard.
Campfires
Potable water
Picnic table
from
AU$103
/ night
Noonameena - Sleep in the Bush
4. Noonameena - Sleep in the Bush
97%
(62)
53km from Nowra · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Noonameena is a 100 acre natural bushland property located approx 7kms outside of Berrima, NSW in the Southern Highlands. While most of the property is covered by a variety of natural bushland, a small flat area of cleared land is perfect for recreational campers.
The property has access to the Wingecarribee River to the south, a natural pool and large dam in the camping area.
Other property features include commercial gardens, orchards and free range chicken coop as well as a homestead with surrounding gardens.
There are also plenty of walking tracks on the property.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$97
/ night
Joadja Gorge Retreat & Camping
5. Joadja Gorge Retreat & Camping
95%
(194)
55km from Nowra · 12 sites · Tents, RVs
Escape to 100 acres of natural beauty, where 60% of the land is pristine bushland perched high above the Wingecarribee River. Our 4 secluded campsites offer the perfect retreat for nature lovers, with walking tracks, bush climbing adventures, and exceptional stargazing on clear nights.
We’re a pet-friendly getaway—dogs are welcome on-leash and under control. Share the space with our friendly farm animals, including horses, a donkey, an alpaca, and free-ranging peacocks, chooks, ducks, and guinea fowl.
Our property is fully off-grid, so campers must be self-contained and follow a leave-no-trace policy. To enhance your stay, we’ve recently added a flush toilet, outdoor sink, and cold shower, centrally located near the homestead due to the natural landscape. It’s a short walk from most sites and solar lit at night for easy access. Each site has its own firepit. Firewood is plentiful, fresh drinking water is available, and we can provide table and chair setups on request.
Located just 30 minutes from Mittagong and 20 minutes from Berrima, you're close to great restaurants and cafes, lots of boutique shopping, weekly markets, award-winning cellar doors, and world-class distilleries and farm experiences. Don't miss the World Heritage-listed Joadja town and distillery, just a 15-minute drive away.
To make your stay even more special, indulge in one of our gourmet hampers filled with the best local produce.
Discover the Southern Highlands—peaceful, adventurous, and unforgettable.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$85
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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James
3 weeks ago
7 m Class B
With kids
Great spot. Weather wasn’t great so didn’t get to properly explore but we still enjoyed ourselves.
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Jess
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
We had a great stay at the sunset site. Lovely and remote but still had facilities and close enough to all the local towns. Our boxer boy loved the freedom on the site too. Leanne was great, even when we couldn’t find the site late at night and in the dark! Looking forward to a return.
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Chris
February 2026
7 m travel trailer
With pets
This location is even better than advertised. The views, cows, bird life and sunset over the river were just delightful. Our site was very well presented and the directions were great. Valance popped in to introduce himself and I wouldn't hesitate to reccomend this location.
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Andrew
February 2026
Tent
With pets
Stayed for two nights at Paddock 1 with our group and pups. Such a well kept camp ground with clean facilities. Great walks and views from the site. Leanne is extremely accommodating and helpful. A+ host.
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Jeff
February 2026
7 m Class B
We stayed at the Gorge - great camp spot with amazing views, especially at sunset. It’s out of the way at the far end of the property so lovely and quiet.
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Annika
February 2026
5 m car
With pets
We loved our stay! Leanne was a great communicator and made us feel very welcome. Our highlights were the alpaca and donkey hanging out with us and the gorgeous views on one of the hikes!
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Darrien
February 2026
Tent
Beautiful spot, love the sunset and a walk to the gorge is breath taking!
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Fiona
February 2026
Tent
With pets
We had a great stay at the Joadja Gorge site last weekend. So much space and great set up with fire, log bench and some wood ready to burn. It was very private and peaceful, with all of the sites carefully spaced out in different areas. Leanne was very welcoming and helpful, making sure we knew where the beautiful lookouts and walks were located. We would definitely recommend and visit again!
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Alana
January 2026
Tent
Group trip
Stunning location, shady grassy even sites, cute cows, beautiful sunsets.
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Darcy
January 2026
Tent
Group trip
Had a great long weekend at the Missingham Creek site. Site is very tranquil and private, with no noise from the other occupied sites reaching our group of 7 on the Aus day weekend. Plenty of room for 5 or 6 tents and the campfire was great.
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KathrynandAdam
January 2026
6 m travel trailer
With pets
Great location. We used it as a base to take the kids to Jamberoo and then tour Bowral and surrounds before continuing north. Very quiet and beautiful location by the water. Vallance was a wonderful host.
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Rhiannon
January 2026
10 m Class B
With pets
Spectacular views and private campsite. Could feel the magic of country all around.
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Zeeshan ahmed
January 2026
Tent
We loved the campsite and total vibe. Clean toilets and showers. Sites are placed far apart which gives you more privacy. Lots of firewood on site. Definitely going to recommend this place.
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Gretzel
January 2026
Tent
With kids
I liked how secluded and private the camp site. It’s nice to pitch a tent on grassy ground.
It’s surrounded by trees, so we got plenty of shades and avoided the sun during high heat of 37C.
The toilet is not near, maybe 250 metres away. I don’t mind the walk at day light. It’s a flush toilet, has sink to wash hands. Bring your own soap and toilet paper. It has sensor lights and switch light inside.
Very low traffic sound, not bothered at all. We hear mostly birds chirping, which is great. Grocery is 8 minutes drive.
Carrinton falls is about 5 mins Drive. Illawara Fly Tree top is about 10mins. The delicious Robertson Pie 3 mins drive. Must try lemon tart and chunky beef pie.
Anyway, overall we enjoyed our stay.
Highly recommends this camp site if you want to explore around the area.
Oh also the host is prompt in responding to my inquiries. Thank you.
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Martin
January 2026
7 m pop-up camper
Great location, peaceful and some lovely walks. Dana is a great host.
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Cody
January 2026
Tent
With pets
Beautiful views, lots of animals, secluded and tidy camp-site, easy to find and navigate, and very quiet.
The outdoor shower was a lovely extra luxury
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Miles
January 2026
Tent
With pets
Very easy and low drag stay! Great open space, quiet and provided fire pit. Great communication from the host. Only had a short overnight stay while driving on a roadtrip but it was perfect for that!
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Lily
January 2026
Tent
Group trip
Beautiful land, so spacious yet still private enough it felt as though you were in the wild. Beautifully kept, very accessible, very scenic, and toilets only a short walk away.
Will definitely be back!!
Thank you!
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Paul
January 2026
10 m pop-up camper
Large private campsite with beautiful sunset views. The property has various bush walks including the stunning Gorge view point. Camp also has a basic washing area including a spotlessly clean flushing toilet.
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Ryan
January 2026
Tent
With pets
Back again for another trip great expereince as always and a great location.
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