The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Tea Gardens, New South Wales

Camping with pets in Tea Gardens isn’t just possible—it’s easy, with over 930 sites welcoming your furry mates. Most spots give you room to spread out, with grassy clearings, shady gums, and enough space for both you and your dog to stretch out under the stars. You’ll find showers, toilets, and campfires allowed at many camps, so you won’t be roughing it. Bring your lead—some sites border bushland packed with hiking trails, and it’s not unusual to spot wallabies at dawn. Horseback riding and wildlife-watching are top draws, and prices start as low as $10 a night, with an average night setting you back $55. For a sure bet, check out Abstobys Retreat (488 reviews), Spirit of the Forest (439 reviews), or The Riverside Farm Escape Minimbah (436 reviews)—locals rave about the peace, the space, and the warm welcomes for pets.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Tea Gardens

Camping with pets in Tea Gardens isn’t just possible—it’s easy, with over 930 sites welcoming your furry mates. Most spots give you room to spread out, with grassy clearings, shady gums, and enough space for both you and your dog to stretch out under the stars. You’ll find showers, toilets, and campfires allowed at many camps, so you won’t be roughing it. Bring your lead—some sites border bushland packed with hiking trails, and it’s not unusual to spot wallabies at dawn. Horseback riding and wildlife-watching are top draws, and prices start as low as $10 a night, with an average night setting you back $55. For a sure bet, check out Abstobys Retreat (488 reviews), Spirit of the Forest (439 reviews), or The Riverside Farm Escape Minimbah (436 reviews)—locals rave about the peace, the space, and the warm welcomes for pets.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Tea Gardens

1. Gateway to Port Stephens

89%

(61)

26km from Tea Gardens · 10 sites · Tents, RVs

Gateway is an open ,grassed, flat area with afternoon shade, we have tents sites available as well as room for RV's. Sites are allocated on a first in first served basis, please make sure to keep the entry way clear for other campers to enter and exit. Our 25 acre property is set on rural farm land adjacent the Worimi Conservation lands at the gateway to beautiful Port Stephens and the Tilligerry Peninsular making it a great place to base while exploring our beautiful paradise. We are located 40 mins from Newcastle ,20 mins from Birubi Beach Anna Bay the northern end of the 32 km long Stockton beach which is well known for its giant sand dunes and great surfing, you can also go for a camel ride while you are there ,it's 30 mins to Nelson Bay and Shoal Bay which has several beautiful beaches and great restaurants. Next door is Oakvale Wildlife Park and close by is Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters and Go carts Go. A boat ramp to the Tilligerry river is 2.5 kms away which is a great area to fish and kayak . Popular bushwalking tracks are also nearby. Our local shops including a Bp foodworks, bakery, bottle shop, fruit and vege and Take away are 2.5 km away. Also close by is Murrays Brewery and Sunset Vines both with great food, wine, beer and weekend entertainment. We have a flushing toilet.Tank water is for onsite usage only and we ask that you are conservative with water usage. Electricity hook up is available within the campsite (bring an extension lead) BYO firewood and please be firesafe at all times Dogs are welcome, for the safety of others campers they must be kept on leash during your stay and please keep dogs away from all horses on the property. We do ask that you take all rubbish with you when you leave, we do supply a bin for recyclables such as bottles and cans only. We are in a rural area so there will be mozzies so bring your insect repellant. Please be respectful to other campers, no loud music at night.

2. Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

96%

(58)

13km from Tea Gardens · 209 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

While many of our holiday parks offer a beachfront location, Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach takes things up a notch with a 1.6-kilometre stretch of sand, right on your doorstep. Set on the holiday park’s namesake – One Mile Beach – there’s no need to factor in a commute for your morning beach stroll or swim these holidays. If you’re feeling adventurous during your stay, you’re in for a treat with over 26 beaches located in the Port Stephens region including the 32-kilometre Stockton Beach, which is home to the largest sand dunes in the southern hemisphere. It’s these very dunes where you can experience camel rides at sunset or sandboarding down them at high speed. Choose between camping, caravan sites, cabins or villas for your stay at Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach – with direct beach access available from all villas for those who enjoy the idea of waking up to the sound of rolling waves. While you’ve got the best of Port Stephens less than 15 minutes’ drive away, there’s plenty to keep the family entertained within the holiday park grounds such as a games room, jumping cushion, playground and ball court. Given its position along the coastline, seafood lovers will love the local oyster bars and seafood restaurants close by, like restaurant institution Rick Steins at Bannisters.

3. Lostock Dam Caravan Park

95%

(22)

76km from Tea Gardens · 21 sites · Tents, RVs

Bordering the majestic Barrington Tops National Park and nestled in an amphitheater of mountainous surrounds, we have all the right ingredients to take you to a reality where you can forget the grind of your everyday life. Allow yourself to be taken away by the serenity of unspoiled nature, of beautiful Paterson and Allyn Rivers. Tranquillity is waiting for you at Lostock. We have both powered and unpowered site options available. Year round activities at Lostock include: Canoeing in river and or dam Swimming Fishing Barrington Tops offers a bushwalker’s paradise, with an excellent walking track network that includes short and easy walks and push bike tracks 4 Wheel Driving Star Gazing Motorbike Riding Bird Watching

4. Wallis Island Camp area

57km from Tea Gardens · 13 sites · Tents

Wallis Island is a nature reserve near Forster, New South Wales, Australia. It was created in January 1983 and covers an area of 584ha (454.5 acres). It sits within Wallis Lake, just south of the Coolongolook River. Facing a beautiful view of Wallis Lake and surrounded by forests and marshlands. A short walk takes you to the private jetty - where you can enjoy recreational water sports and fishing!

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AU$91

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5. Peaceful Pond

97%

(72)

17km from Tea Gardens · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

Peaceful Pond is our 10-acre property in bushland, just 15 minutes from the village of Karuah, NSW. The pond has an island, reached via a floating bridge. Enjoy the tranquility of listening to the abundant birdlife, or swim in the cool, clear water, among the waterlilies. If you prefer more activity you can paddle a kayak or go for a bush walk. There are pushbikes available to ride through the bush tracks to the river, if you feel energetic. You may see wallabies and kangaroos, goannas, and even echidnas. The dark night skies are ablaze with stars for you to enjoy. Tim and Vicki will welcome you, point out your site, and give you access to drinking water from their rainwater tank. We offer several camping sites tucked around the property. All for self-contained campers, with no access to power or running water, so campers must have their own toilet. Fires are permitted in firepits provided when weather and fire ratings allow. Firewood is provided free of charge. Pets are welcome, as long as they are on a lead or under close control, to ensure the safety of the wildlife. Relax, unwind, and listen to the sounds of nature.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Jeremy

2 weeks ago

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Lostock Dam Caravan Park

Very Tidy, lots of room we had a group of 12 people, 8 cars very friendly caravan park, close to the river, clean facilities but very old school. People live onsite in van homes but are all very friendly. Would recommend this spot to anyone who wants to chill out and have a relaxing stay away from civilisation, reception is a 10 min drive away for Telstra customers…

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Lachie

November 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Peaceful Pond

This is a real hidden gem! The pond was beautiful to swim in and a great place to camp next to. Tim was very accommodating and it really made the stay perfect. I will definitely be back soon!

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Zico

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

7 nights at Peaceful Pond

Pond is pretty deep and lovely to swim in. Very very nice owners. Would recommend.

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PUJAN

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Lostock Dam Caravan Park

Very very goooooooooooooooooooood, if you forgot anything which necessary for camping, check at office… meet the host and get your stuff from there………local for vocal.

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bhavesh

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Lostock Dam Caravan Park

This spot was nicely maintained. Office person were so warm and welcoming.

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Harriet

October 2025

Tent

3 nights at Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

We stayed here for 3 nights and was one of the best camp sites we’ve stayed in! Reception staff are very welcoming, the site itself is really well maintained and there’s plenty to do. The pool area is perfect, the beach is only a short walk with a cafe/bar/restaurant just by it. Would highly recommend!

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Jo

October 2025

8 m pop-up camper

With pets

2 nights at Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

From booking, checkin & checkout was faultless. Staff are very friendly & helpful. Real pride is taken. Enjoyable & would recommend.

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Steve

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Peaceful Pond

Such a beautiful, secluded spot! The area was so well maintained and you can tell Tim really cares for the land. He was the perfect host, always ensuring we were looked after but also conscious of being overly involved (which he NEVER was by the way). There was so much wildlife to enjoy - we really did have the best time!

George

October 2025

7 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Peaceful Pond

We booked a few nights as a city break from Sydney. Super quiet, lots of wildlife and Tim was really friendly / welcoming. Would recommend this place to stay.

Unpowered sites, with excellent views of Lostock Dam wall

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Iain

October 2025

9 m travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Lostock Dam Caravan Park

Awesome views, basis amenities. No phone signal which is a plus. Good swimming

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Ian

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Lostock Dam Caravan Park

The campsite was good value at $50 for two people for two nights. The problem was that Hipcamp charged me $86 to camp there. I learnt my lesson and will try my hardest to never book through Hipcamp again.