The best pets off leash camping near Darwin

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At the very northern tip of the Top End, Darwin is perfectly positioned for exploring some of the most magnetic landscapes in Australia’s otherworldly Northern Territory. Make the most of the region’s natural beauty by pitching a tent or pulling up to one of its many campgrounds and RV parks perched by teeming waterfalls, swimming holes, billabongs, and forests. Keep your eyes peeled for the diverse fauna that lives here including saltwater crocs, wallabies, and hundreds of species of birds, then kick back around a campfire as stars fill the enormous sky.About an hour east of Darwin, the lush Mary River wetlands is a great place to stop on your way to Kakadu National Park or an easy side trip from the city. You can spot some of the 250 species of birds that flock to the Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve in the dry season; see saltwater crocodiles on a cruise on one of the wetlands’ billabongs, and learn about native birds and animals at the Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre. Within Mary River National Park, Shady Camp and the more basic Couzen’s Lookout are popular camping areas for their proximity to the river, billabongs, and forest. Farther along the route to Kakadu, Mary River Wilderness Retreat offers accessible wilderness lodgings in powered and unpowered sites, as well as a safari tent glamping experience—the camping area is pet friendly (advise ahead of arrival) and all guests have access to the restaurant (with free wifi), two swimming pools, kitchen, and laundry facilities.Around an hour’s drive north of Darwin, Leaders Creek Fishing Base is perfectly positioned for exploring the Vernon Islands, Melville Island, and Cape Hotham and for fishing on the Adelaide River. Travelers can choose between a powered and unpowered site or glamp in one of the site’s large “eco tents,” all with shared amenities including camp kitchen and showers. Pets are welcome with advance notice and you can even hire a boat on site. An hour and a half southwest of Darwin, Dundee Park Holiday Camp offers pet-friendly powered and unpowered sites, as well as bungalow and cabin accommodation, with access to facilities including a swimming pool, laundry, and gas bbq.An hour and a half southeast of Darwin, Litchfield National Park offers the chance to camp in a dramatic landscape dotted with teeming waterfalls, natural plunge pools, monsoon forest, and even a field full of giant termite mounds. Campsites including Wangi Falls, Florence Falls, and Walker Creek feature waterfalls and swimming holes that are perfect for cooling down on a hot day, and all are ideally situated for walkers who want to tackle the 24-mile (39-kilometer) Tabletop Track. All sites have toilets, fire pits, and water and Wangi Falls also has hot showers. Weary travelers can find something a little more comfortable at the powered and unpowered sites of Litchfield Safari Camp and Litchfield Tourist Park, both located just outside the park.
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Top-rated campgrounds near Darwin

1. Berry Springs Park and Stay

97%
(96)
34km from Darwin · 18 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Nestled at 227 Cox Peninsula Rd BerrySprings. Gate is allways open. Please don't go into neighbours place by mistake :) Greg Williams - 0423 364 528, We offer powered sites, $25 per night. Please call to book a powered site. This secluded camping spot is embraced by towering trees and wildlife, making it an ideal retreat for those yearning to immerse themselves in the unique beauty of the Northern Territory. Conveniently situated, our site provides easy access to nearby adventures (Territory Wildlife Park 9km), attractions (BerrySprings Nature Park 8km), and sites (Litchfield National Park 60Km). Positioned just 6km from two local taverns (Noonamah Steak House & BerrySprings Tavern), you can indulge in great dining experiences. Hidden on a private corner of a Berry Springs property, enjoy the convenience of a water tap at each site, and a communal picnic area equipped with tables and chairs. Plenty room for large rigs (sites 10x14m) and a large vehicle turnaround area. Come, park, and stay – make our home your home. Other attractions nearby: Barramundi Adventures 12Km Batchelor Butterfly Farm 54Km Tumbling Waters 15Km Darwin River Tavern 18Km Woolworths 18Km I.G.A 6Km Puma, Ampol Fuel 6Km Hardwear Store 6Km
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
AU$19
 / night

5. Thistledo Outback

84%
(50)
40km from Darwin · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
Come and stay at our easy, relaxed campground tailored to suit your needs. We are on 20 acres of beautiful natural bushland with billabongs and a river out the back, filled with barramundi for fishing. Plus there's an abundance of unique wildlife around. The starry skies from your camp chair at night at magnificent, as are the sunrises and sunsets. Pitch your tent or park your camper anywhere you like on the property, and enjoy access to all amenities. We have easy access for larger vans, good phone reception, and access to water, power and toilet. Just 6km from the famous Berry Springs, and with a pub even closer, makes Thistledo Outback a great option as a base camp to explore the area. There is plenty of things to do around here, and we can provide plenty of local knowledge for metal detecting and fishing spots. ​ We look forward to welcoming you to Thistledo Outback. Pets welcome too!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
AU$34
 / night
At the very northern tip of the Top End, Darwin is perfectly positioned for exploring some of the most magnetic landscapes in Australia’s otherworldly Northern Territory. Make the most of the region’s natural beauty by pitching a tent or pulling up to one of its many campgrounds and RV parks perched by teeming waterfalls, swimming holes, billabongs, and forests. Keep your eyes peeled for the diverse fauna that lives here including saltwater crocs, wallabies, and hundreds of species of birds, then kick back around a campfire as stars fill the enormous sky.About an hour east of Darwin, the lush Mary River wetlands is a great place to stop on your way to Kakadu National Park or an easy side trip from the city. You can spot some of the 250 species of birds that flock to the Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve in the dry season; see saltwater crocodiles on a cruise on one of the wetlands’ billabongs, and learn about native birds and animals at the Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre. Within Mary River National Park, Shady Camp and the more basic Couzen’s Lookout are popular camping areas for their proximity to the river, billabongs, and forest. Farther along the route to Kakadu, Mary River Wilderness Retreat offers accessible wilderness lodgings in powered and unpowered sites, as well as a safari tent glamping experience—the camping area is pet friendly (advise ahead of arrival) and all guests have access to the restaurant (with free wifi), two swimming pools, kitchen, and laundry facilities.Around an hour’s drive north of Darwin, Leaders Creek Fishing Base is perfectly positioned for exploring the Vernon Islands, Melville Island, and Cape Hotham and for fishing on the Adelaide River. Travelers can choose between a powered and unpowered site or glamp in one of the site’s large “eco tents,” all with shared amenities including camp kitchen and showers. Pets are welcome with advance notice and you can even hire a boat on site. An hour and a half southwest of Darwin, Dundee Park Holiday Camp offers pet-friendly powered and unpowered sites, as well as bungalow and cabin accommodation, with access to facilities including a swimming pool, laundry, and gas bbq.An hour and a half southeast of Darwin, Litchfield National Park offers the chance to camp in a dramatic landscape dotted with teeming waterfalls, natural plunge pools, monsoon forest, and even a field full of giant termite mounds. Campsites including Wangi Falls, Florence Falls, and Walker Creek feature waterfalls and swimming holes that are perfect for cooling down on a hot day, and all are ideally situated for walkers who want to tackle the 24-mile (39-kilometer) Tabletop Track. All sites have toilets, fire pits, and water and Wangi Falls also has hot showers. Weary travelers can find something a little more comfortable at the powered and unpowered sites of Litchfield Safari Camp and Litchfield Tourist Park, both located just outside the park.
97% (172)

Top-rated campgrounds near Darwin

1. Berry Springs Park and Stay

97%
(96)
34km from Darwin · 18 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Nestled at 227 Cox Peninsula Rd BerrySprings. Gate is allways open. Please don't go into neighbours place by mistake :) Greg Williams - 0423 364 528, We offer powered sites, $25 per night. Please call to book a powered site. This secluded camping spot is embraced by towering trees and wildlife, making it an ideal retreat for those yearning to immerse themselves in the unique beauty of the Northern Territory. Conveniently situated, our site provides easy access to nearby adventures (Territory Wildlife Park 9km), attractions (BerrySprings Nature Park 8km), and sites (Litchfield National Park 60Km). Positioned just 6km from two local taverns (Noonamah Steak House & BerrySprings Tavern), you can indulge in great dining experiences. Hidden on a private corner of a Berry Springs property, enjoy the convenience of a water tap at each site, and a communal picnic area equipped with tables and chairs. Plenty room for large rigs (sites 10x14m) and a large vehicle turnaround area. Come, park, and stay – make our home your home. Other attractions nearby: Barramundi Adventures 12Km Batchelor Butterfly Farm 54Km Tumbling Waters 15Km Darwin River Tavern 18Km Woolworths 18Km I.G.A 6Km Puma, Ampol Fuel 6Km Hardwear Store 6Km
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
AU$19
 / night

5. Thistledo Outback

84%
(50)
40km from Darwin · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
Come and stay at our easy, relaxed campground tailored to suit your needs. We are on 20 acres of beautiful natural bushland with billabongs and a river out the back, filled with barramundi for fishing. Plus there's an abundance of unique wildlife around. The starry skies from your camp chair at night at magnificent, as are the sunrises and sunsets. Pitch your tent or park your camper anywhere you like on the property, and enjoy access to all amenities. We have easy access for larger vans, good phone reception, and access to water, power and toilet. Just 6km from the famous Berry Springs, and with a pub even closer, makes Thistledo Outback a great option as a base camp to explore the area. There is plenty of things to do around here, and we can provide plenty of local knowledge for metal detecting and fishing spots. ​ We look forward to welcoming you to Thistledo Outback. Pets welcome too!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
AU$34
 / night

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When to go

For the most comfortable conditions, visit during the dry season, which runs from May to October and promises relatively cooler temperatures. This is peak season for the Top End, however, so opt for the shoulder month of April to avoid the crowds. If you visit during the wet season from November through April, you’ll see the waterfalls of Litchfield at their best but roads and entire areas may be closed due to flooding.

Know before you go

  • When traveling in the Top End pay close attention to crocodile warning signs.
  • Be sure to wear protective clothing and bring insect repellent and plenty of water.
  • Campers should take note of fire bans and be sure to use the pits provided for campfires.
  • Pets are not permitted in national parks.
  • Don’t worry if you forgot something, Darwin is home to a number of camping and outdoor supply stores.

Nearby attractions

Visiting Edith Falls takes you into a seemingly tropical landscape and offers opportunities to walk behind the large walls of water that pour off of the beautiful Blue Mountains.

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