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

Pottsville offers over 1,400 pet-friendly camping options, so you won’t need to leave your furry mate behind. This stretch of New South Wales is known for its mix of riverside bushland and coastal hideaways. Sites here range from as low as $5 up to an average of $40 a night. Facilities often include toilets, showers, and the all-important campfire spot. Wildlife-watching is a given—expect to spot wallabies at dusk and birdlife all day. Swimming holes and hiking tracks are scattered throughout the area. If you want a tried-and-true site, check out Misty Mountain - Kunghur (1,071 reviews), The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate (1,053 reviews), or Stonesthrow (1,036 reviews). Bring your dog, roast marshmallows, and soak in the natural surrounds—Pottsville makes it easy.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Pottsville offers over 1,400 pet-friendly camping options, so you won’t need to leave your furry mate behind. This stretch of New South Wales is known for its mix of riverside bushland and coastal hideaways. Sites here range from as low as $5 up to an average of $40 a night. Facilities often include toilets, showers, and the all-important campfire spot. Wildlife-watching is a given—expect to spot wallabies at dusk and birdlife all day. Swimming holes and hiking tracks are scattered throughout the area. If you want a tried-and-true site, check out Misty Mountain - Kunghur (1,071 reviews), The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate (1,053 reviews), or Stonesthrow (1,036 reviews). Bring your dog, roast marshmallows, and soak in the natural surrounds—Pottsville makes it easy.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. "JALUM" Undulating Farmland!

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7.9km from Pottsville · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Mooball, NSW

"Jalum" is a fifty acre property situated between the Gold Coast and Byron Bay and ten minutes from the coast. There are many activities available inc. fishing, bush walking etc. . Jalum has been a working fish farm (Silver Perch) and the many dams offer good fishing. Just a kilometre from the old Mooball trainline! Walk the line and stay at our lovely campsite for the night. We acknowledge and give respect for the traditional owners past, present and future, of the Bunjalum nation.

2. Tweed Valley - Doon Doon Farm

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27km from Pottsville · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · Doon Doon, NSW

Perfect off grid camping! All our sites are suitable for groups of friends and family that want to enjoy a few days away camping or a nice private escape for couples. Our family farm is a working cattle property where you will see cows and calves and share the space while they graze on the rolling hills. Our picturesque farm is nestled at the end of a road surrounded by Mount Jerusalem and Nightcap National Park. Our farm offers a unique camping experience where visitors can escape the hustle and bustle and relax and immerse themselves in the tranquility. Our farm is a situated approximately an hour from the Gold Coast, 40 mins from Nimbin and Murwillumbah, an hour from Byron Bay and only 20 mins from the beautiful historical village of Uki. Our farm boasts rolling hills, lush green pastures, and serene creeks and dams. Whether you’re pitching a tent or parking your caravan, you’ll wake up to breathtaking views every morning. At night, have a campfire and see the sky come alive with stars. Grab a blanket, lie back, and marvel at the constellations. Our remote location ensures minimal light pollution, making it an ideal spot for stargazers. Firewood is available for sale, please feel free to ask.

3. Hidden Valley Camping and Tea Gardens

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57km from Pottsville · 31 sites · Tents, RVs · Loadstone, NSW

Hidden Valley is on 26 acres with frontage to Grady's Creek (the creek is our front boundary) and our back boundary is a goods train line, the train occasionally gives a toot to campers. We offer general camping, an area for tents and swags and we welcome custom group bookings. We have two amenities blocks (six toilets and six hot showers). Firewood and ice available for purchase. Hidden Valley is a dog friendly camping ground. However, it is the responsibility of the owner/s to keep their dog/s controlled at all times and on leashes, for all campers to enjoy their stay. There is no Local Council rubbish removal services available, so please take all your rubbish with you on departure. Facilities for recycling of cans and scraps is available. Please note that the Brisbane to Sydney goods train is nearby. Times vary according to supplies to port and the train may be heard from the campsite.

4. Intimate Rainforest Retreat

15km from Pottsville · 2 sites · Lodging · Upper Burringbar, NSW

Welcome to Koru Sabi Lodge, your very own rainforest retreat. Located on 20 acres in Upper Burringbar, we have two cabins available for you to book: Pine Cabin (sleeps up to 5 people and has a private sauna and wood fire hot tub) and Tallowwood Cabin (sleeps 2 and has a private sauna) See more pictures and videos on our IG: @koru_sabi_lodge. You are: - 5 mins to the General Store & Natural Wine Shop - 15 to the nearest beach - 20 to Brunswick Heads - 30 to Byron Bay - 40 to Gold Coast airport

5. Rail Trail Retreat

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11km from Pottsville · 12 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Crabbes Creek, NSW

Beautiful mostly level land in Crabbes Creek. Only 1km to The Northern Rivers Rail Trail, 8 minutes to the closest beach, 5 minutes to Byron Shire, 14 minutes to Byron Blues Festival, 23 minutes to Tweed Regional Art Gallery, 14 minutes to Brunswick Heads. Great places for fishing, walking, riding and swimming nearby. Great restaurants and cafes nearby in Burringbar, Mooball, Ocean Shores, Mullumbimby, Pottsville, Billinudgel, Ewingsdale, Byron and beyond. Live music at local venues most weekends. Very friendly staff at the Crabbes Creek General Store/post office/petrol station/bottle shop

Stories from the community

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Caravan Adventure Aus

3 days ago

8 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Rail Trail Retreat

Great camp, huge green grassy areas, and close to the rail trial. Perfect camp away from the busy caravan parks.

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Fiona

1 week ago

7 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Rail Trail Retreat

Lovely place to stay close to the rail trail (which is wonderful). Nice flat site with plenty of bird and farm life ambience. Friendly hosts. Handy power and water. Highly recommended.

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Kate

1 week ago

8 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Rail Trail Retreat

Beautiful & quiet setting. Jane was lovely upon arrival ☺️

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Bella

2 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at Tweed Valley - Doon Doon Farm

This was a great spot! Quiet and serene. Lovely mowed area and reasonably flat

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Brooklyn

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Tweed Valley - Doon Doon Farm

Awesome place, great privacy from other campers, beautiful view

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Ryan

November 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to "JALUM" Undulating Farmland!

Absolutely love staying here. Has a very homely Vibe and beautiful views. Special thanks to the host Karen who accommodated all of our needs and was extremely helpful. Perfect place to let the kids camp with the option of the adults staying in the bedroom with its own kitchen.

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OWEN

November 2025

5 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rail Trail Retreat

Quick easy weekend shake down at Jane’s place. It’s a lovely property with super lush grass- nothing better than camping and getting around in bare feet!!

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Keith

November 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

5 nights at Rail Trail Retreat

Beautiful spot. Simple and very quiet while being close to the Crabbes Creek Fantastic hosts very welcoming. Will be back.

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Stephanie

November 2025

7 m Class A

1 night at Rail Trail Retreat

Great location to explore the stunning coast and hinterland. Easy to explore thr rail trail nearby. Large grassy camp spots with power ans water. Thanks for having us!

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Dylan

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

3 nights at Tweed Valley - Doon Doon Farm

Beautiful views and surroundings… one of the best trips i've had :))) would recommend.

Julie

November 2025

Weekend Trip to "JALUM" Undulating Farmland!

You just have to check this hipcamp for yourself. The very kind host , Karen is a beautiful free spirit & so so accommodating. My wife & I stayed in the very comfy room at the end of Karen's private residence where we had our own newly renovated bathroom with soft white towels, soaps , shampoo etc...which was fabulous....also freshly cut gardenias on beside was a very nice touch. Access to the camp kitchen with full facilities & a living area/rec room was briiliant & sure makes for a great stay. Karen's surrounding garden was really beautiful...a long chat hanging over the front rail during our garden tour with Karen was delightful. Six campsites are available surrounding the ex- fish farm dams where Karen's horses & alpaca roam freely... Jalum is super relaxing...just up the road from Mooball where you'll find a beaut pub , Moo Moo Roadhouse for fabulous food , drinks & souvenirs Also popular there at Mooball is the rail trail with E bikes for hire. We enjoyed a gorgeous country drive with lush green hills crossing the NSW/QLD border from Murwillumbah through to Nerang...the amazing Beechmont Tavern was packed with punters to be entertained by back to back bands for a fun Saturday arvo/night... Lots to do in the area...even an old old railway tunnel to see on nearby Hulls Road to the Sth & just up the road to the Nth of Jalum on Pottsville Road is The Sleepy Barn where you can chill with a morning coffee or an evening cocktail along with delicious snacks/meals. 💯% score

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Emily

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Tweed Valley - Doon Doon Farm

We stayed for two nights at the Big Dam Camp Site and it was absolutely beautiful. Anna’s hospitality was incredible — she went above and beyond during our stay, and I would 100% recommend this place. We’ll definitely be back! 🥰 We forgot our gas bottles and all the firewood was wet, but Anna helped us out and even lent us her own gas bottle. We’re so thankful for such an amazing host! The campsite we chose had a little dam with a kayak, was extremely private, and was exactly what we were looking for. Perfect spot for a peaceful getaway!

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Living In

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Tweed Valley - Doon Doon Farm

Great views and space. Thanks for the amazing opportunity to stay. We saw an electrical storm and great sunset, can’t complain.

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Danny

November 2025

5 m pop-up camper

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Tweed Valley - Doon Doon Farm

We had an incredible stay at Big Dam Camp, Tweed Valley (Doon Doon Farm). The views were absolutely stunning, and the sense of isolation made it feel like our own private piece of paradise. Surrounded by nature, with friendly cows wandering by and peaceful scenery all around, it was the perfect escape. Just a short drive to Nimbin too, which made for a great day trip. Highly recommend this spot for anyone wanting to unwind and reconnect with nature.

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Karen

November 2025

4 m Class B

With pets

7 nights at Hidden Valley Camping and Tea Gardens

Beautiful serenity. I loved my stay here. A perfect spot alongside the creek. I feel lucky to have found this place. Only downside- Toilet and shower in desperate need of a clean.

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Nicole

November 2025

7 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Rail Trail Retreat

We really enjoyed our stay on this beautiful and well-kept property. Everything was clean, peaceful, and thoughtfully maintained. Communication with the hosts was friendly, helpful, and welcoming, which made the experience even better. We would definitely recommend this campsite to others looking for a great place to stay!

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Bary

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Rail Trail Retreat

My wife and I loved our stay at Jane and Brad's property at Crabbes Creek. What a wonderful area to visit with the tree canopy covered local roads. The friendly staff at the general store nearby makes everyone feel welcome.

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Catherine

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to "JALUM" Undulating Farmland!

Lovely host with beautiful surroundings. Highly recommend.

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Trace

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Tweed Valley - Doon Doon Farm

Absolutely perfect! why you ask? Because my list of requirements were met. Non contact with host Great direction's, instructions Pet friendly Fire pit Amazing views Secluded camp sites, not camping right next to Mr creeper and Mr douchebag. Lash vegetation I

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Ally

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Tweed Valley - Doon Doon Farm

Beautiful spot amongst the friendly curious cows, it was so serene and peaceful at Natures Nest we felt so lucky to spend a night under the stars in a swag on Doon Doon farm