The best dog-friendly camping near Scotts Head

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Scotts Head draws pet owners with over 1,070 pet-friendly camping options—expect everything from bushland clearings to riverbanks where your dog can roam. Bring your four-legged mate to sites where hiking, wildlife-watching, and swimming are the norm, not an afterthought. Most camps offer showers, campfires, and toilets, so you won’t be roughing it. You’ll find standout spots like The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie (669 reviews), Bundilla River Camp (589 reviews), and Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone (482 reviews). Sites start at just $8 a night, with the average hovering around $36, so you can keep it simple or splash out. If you’re after a spot where both you and your dog can shake off city dust, you’re in the right patch of Australia.

97% (10.1K) 318 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Scotts Head

Valla Beach Holiday Park

1. Valla Beach Holiday Park

100%
(4)
16km from Scotts Head · 144 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
**Please note that our office is closed on Christmas Day (25 December), and we do not accept arrivals or departures on this date. Any bookings made with a check-in or check-out on 25 December will be cancelled. Thank you for your understanding.** Valla Beach Holiday Park is the perfect place to unwind, rejuvenate and embrace the Nambucca Valley’s rich diversity and beauty. Go for a swim, kayak up the tranquil Deep Creek River, or enjoy a lovely leisurely walk through native bushland to the sparkling, blue ocean at South Valla Beach. Here is a little pocket of paradise you'll find yourself wanting to revisit year after year. Valla Beach Holiday Park is located halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, only 30 minutes south of Coffs Harbour and 10 minutes north of Nambucca Heads with Urunga, Bellingen and Dorrigo close by. The park sits majestically alongside The Deep Creek River mouth, adjacent to South Valla Beach and has some of the best surf and fishing spots on the Mid North Coast. Nambucca Heads – 10 minutes Urunga – 15 minutes Bellingen – 30 minutes Coffs Harbour – 33 minutes Dorrigo – 1 hour Valla Beach Holiday Park offers a range of affordable and comfortable cabin accommodations, as well as beautiful surroundings for camping, caravan or motorhome stays. There are many campsites available, some in shady spots including slab sites. Choose a site close to all of our fabulous amenities – or away from it all! The choice is yours.
Toilets
Showers
Full hookups
from 
AU$54
 / night
Missabotti Wia Ora

2. Missabotti Wia Ora

98%
(139)
22km from Scotts Head · 1 site · Tent, RV
My property consists of 100 acres with two rivers joining in the property with at least 1 km of river frontage. We are located in the foothills of the Nambucca valley. Pristine beaches are 20 minutes away, mountains and four-wheel drive tracks are a quick 20 minutes the other way. From here it's 15 minutes to Bellingen, 25 minutes to the famous Pub With No Beer and 5 minutes to the historic "verandah posts" town of Bowraville. Here you will find beautiful bird watching, animals and wildlife. Park your car or set up your caravan next to the river where you will wake up to amazing views. Enjoy a peaceful walk along the riverbank, breathe in the fresh clean air, try a spot of fishing or sit back and enjoy some bird watching. Warm your feet by the campfire in the evenings. ​We're located 20 minutes from Nambucca Heads as well as Scotts Heads beaches, and 30 minutes from Taylors Arm. A quick trip up into the foothills will take you to some great 4WD and mountain biking tracks, or you can explore the region and visit the historical Pub With No Beer. You need to be a self-contained camper with your own camping toilet/shower. There is access to drinking water, a picnic table and rubbish facilities. We recommend 4WDs to access the campsite and the river but 2WDs are ok. Your pet is welcome to camp with you.
Campfires
Potable water
from 
AU$43
 / night
Port Macquarie Riverside

3. Port Macquarie Riverside

90%
(5)
74km from Scotts Head · 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
Balyngara downs

4. Balyngara downs

75km from Scotts Head · 1 site · Tent, RV
Flat, peaceful campground located 20 minutes from Port Macquarie and 15 minutes from Wauchope. A private jetty, boat ramp, and open pasture are available to play and camp. Crab pots, a kayak, and a fire pit are provided, with plenty of firewood available throughout the bush for collection. Enjoy great fishing and plenty of mud crabs. A large undercover area is available if required.
from 
AU$49
 / night
Peace and Paradise

5. Peace and Paradise

99%
(375)
9.7km from Scotts Head · 14 sites · Tents, RVs
Family avocado farm located on the south side of Yarrahapinni mountain. The property is quiet and private with an amazing view. There are avocado trees, an orange orchard and a variety of other fruiting trees on the far. We have a dam and a bore on the property with an aviary, several sheds and warehouses. Nearby there are gorgeous rivers and beaches and Yarriabini National Park to explore. Or just rest in the peace and quiet or enjoy our animals - chickens, ducks and friendly dog.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
AU$49
 / night

Scotts Head draws pet owners with over 1,070 pet-friendly camping options—expect everything from bushland clearings to riverbanks where your dog can roam. Bring your four-legged mate to sites where hiking, wildlife-watching, and swimming are the norm, not an afterthought. Most camps offer showers, campfires, and toilets, so you won’t be roughing it. You’ll find standout spots like The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie (669 reviews), Bundilla River Camp (589 reviews), and Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone (482 reviews). Sites start at just $8 a night, with the average hovering around $36, so you can keep it simple or splash out. If you’re after a spot where both you and your dog can shake off city dust, you’re in the right patch of Australia.

97% (10.1K) 318 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Scotts Head

Valla Beach Holiday Park

1. Valla Beach Holiday Park

100%
(4)
16km from Scotts Head · 144 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
**Please note that our office is closed on Christmas Day (25 December), and we do not accept arrivals or departures on this date. Any bookings made with a check-in or check-out on 25 December will be cancelled. Thank you for your understanding.** Valla Beach Holiday Park is the perfect place to unwind, rejuvenate and embrace the Nambucca Valley’s rich diversity and beauty. Go for a swim, kayak up the tranquil Deep Creek River, or enjoy a lovely leisurely walk through native bushland to the sparkling, blue ocean at South Valla Beach. Here is a little pocket of paradise you'll find yourself wanting to revisit year after year. Valla Beach Holiday Park is located halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, only 30 minutes south of Coffs Harbour and 10 minutes north of Nambucca Heads with Urunga, Bellingen and Dorrigo close by. The park sits majestically alongside The Deep Creek River mouth, adjacent to South Valla Beach and has some of the best surf and fishing spots on the Mid North Coast. Nambucca Heads – 10 minutes Urunga – 15 minutes Bellingen – 30 minutes Coffs Harbour – 33 minutes Dorrigo – 1 hour Valla Beach Holiday Park offers a range of affordable and comfortable cabin accommodations, as well as beautiful surroundings for camping, caravan or motorhome stays. There are many campsites available, some in shady spots including slab sites. Choose a site close to all of our fabulous amenities – or away from it all! The choice is yours.
Toilets
Showers
Full hookups
from 
AU$54
 / night
Missabotti Wia Ora

2. Missabotti Wia Ora

98%
(139)
22km from Scotts Head · 1 site · Tent, RV
My property consists of 100 acres with two rivers joining in the property with at least 1 km of river frontage. We are located in the foothills of the Nambucca valley. Pristine beaches are 20 minutes away, mountains and four-wheel drive tracks are a quick 20 minutes the other way. From here it's 15 minutes to Bellingen, 25 minutes to the famous Pub With No Beer and 5 minutes to the historic "verandah posts" town of Bowraville. Here you will find beautiful bird watching, animals and wildlife. Park your car or set up your caravan next to the river where you will wake up to amazing views. Enjoy a peaceful walk along the riverbank, breathe in the fresh clean air, try a spot of fishing or sit back and enjoy some bird watching. Warm your feet by the campfire in the evenings. ​We're located 20 minutes from Nambucca Heads as well as Scotts Heads beaches, and 30 minutes from Taylors Arm. A quick trip up into the foothills will take you to some great 4WD and mountain biking tracks, or you can explore the region and visit the historical Pub With No Beer. You need to be a self-contained camper with your own camping toilet/shower. There is access to drinking water, a picnic table and rubbish facilities. We recommend 4WDs to access the campsite and the river but 2WDs are ok. Your pet is welcome to camp with you.
Campfires
Potable water
from 
AU$43
 / night
Port Macquarie Riverside

3. Port Macquarie Riverside

90%
(5)
74km from Scotts Head · 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
Balyngara downs

4. Balyngara downs

75km from Scotts Head · 1 site · Tent, RV
Flat, peaceful campground located 20 minutes from Port Macquarie and 15 minutes from Wauchope. A private jetty, boat ramp, and open pasture are available to play and camp. Crab pots, a kayak, and a fire pit are provided, with plenty of firewood available throughout the bush for collection. Enjoy great fishing and plenty of mud crabs. A large undercover area is available if required.
from 
AU$49
 / night
Peace and Paradise

5. Peace and Paradise

99%
(375)
9.7km from Scotts Head · 14 sites · Tents, RVs
Family avocado farm located on the south side of Yarrahapinni mountain. The property is quiet and private with an amazing view. There are avocado trees, an orange orchard and a variety of other fruiting trees on the far. We have a dam and a bore on the property with an aviary, several sheds and warehouses. Nearby there are gorgeous rivers and beaches and Yarriabini National Park to explore. Or just rest in the peace and quiet or enjoy our animals - chickens, ducks and friendly dog.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
AU$49
 / night

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