The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Howard Springs, Northern Territory

Camping with pets in Howard Springs is straightforward, with over 450 pet-friendly spots scattered across the region. You’ll find campsites where dogs are not just allowed—they’re part of the scene. Expect showers, campfires, and plenty of open space for your four-legged mates. Prices average $30 a night, with some basic sites as low as $10. Locals rave about The Urban Retreat (176 reviews) for its shaded sites and easy access to creek walks, while Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs (100 reviews) draws regulars with its swimming holes and wide, open paddocks. Darwin River Fern Farm (81 reviews) sits on bushland where wallabies wander past your tent at dusk. Hiking, swimming, and wildlife-watching are standard here—don’t forget your leash and a sense of adventure.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Howard Springs

Camping with pets in Howard Springs is straightforward, with over 450 pet-friendly spots scattered across the region. You’ll find campsites where dogs are not just allowed—they’re part of the scene. Expect showers, campfires, and plenty of open space for your four-legged mates. Prices average $30 a night, with some basic sites as low as $10. Locals rave about The Urban Retreat (176 reviews) for its shaded sites and easy access to creek walks, while Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs (100 reviews) draws regulars with its swimming holes and wide, open paddocks. Darwin River Fern Farm (81 reviews) sits on bushland where wallabies wander past your tent at dusk. Hiking, swimming, and wildlife-watching are standard here—don’t forget your leash and a sense of adventure.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Howard Springs

1. Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs

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16km from Howard Springs · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Welcome to Middle Camp & Stay Berry Springs Discover the peace and privacy of the bush at Middle Camp & Stay Berry Springs, where we offer 4 spacious and scenic campsites, each with its own unique charm and feel. 🌿 Our Campsites Site 1 – Your Private Bush Escape Tucked away for maximum seclusion, this site offers a peaceful, private retreat surrounded by natural bushland. Site 2 – Easy Drive-Through Access A convenient drive-through site with plenty of space and a relaxed bush setting—perfect for easy arrivals and departures. Site 3 – Camping Near the Dam Located near the dam, this site offers a calming outlook and a touch of serenity close to water. Site 4 – Very Private Camping Set back from the others, Site 4 offers ultimate privacy for those wanting a quiet, immersive nature experience. All sites are spacious, with a natural bush feel, offering a peaceful and private camping experience—ideal for both short getaways and longer stays. 🛠 Facilities & Amenities Power and water hookups at every site Outdoor showers for a refreshing bush experience Shared ablution block with: Hot water showers Toilets FREE washing machine 📍 Convenient Location ✅ Just 5 minutes to Berry Springs Nature Park – swim, relax, and enjoy the natural springs ✅ Close to essential local amenities: Berry Springs Tavern Darwin River Tavern (includes pool access) IGA supermarket Barramundi adventure Territory wildlife park Local cafe Hardware store Community centre 🔔 Important Information 🚯 No Waste Disposal Onsite Please note that we do not have a dump point or garbage disposal facilities. Guests must take all waste with them when they leave. Whether you're looking to unwind in total privacy or enjoy a convenient base to explore Berry Springs, Middle Camp & Stay Berry Springs offers the best of both worlds—natural charm and everyday comfort. 🌳 Book your bush escape today! 🌳

2. Parson Springs Bush Stay

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27km from Howard Springs · 7 sites · Tents, RVs

Parson Springs Bush Stay – Tranquil Camping at the Gateway to Litchfield Escape to Parson Springs Bush Stay, a peaceful bush retreat in Berry Springs, NT—perfectly located to explore Litchfield National Park, Berry Springs Nature Park, and more. Set among shady native bush, our five private campsites offer space, privacy, and an authentic Top End camping experience. Whether you're travelling solo, as a couple, or with a group, we’ve got a site that suits your style. 🏕️ Campsites Termiteria – The most secluded site, located beside a towering termite mound. Water tank, fire pit, and afternoon shade. Best for one large caravan or camper. Bush Apple – Spacious and group-friendly, fits up to four vans. Surrounded by native Bush Apple trees with seasonal bush tucker (Nov–Dec). No water currently. Sun exposure varies. Turkey Bush – A large, open site perfect for families, friends, or solo travellers wanting space. Water and fire pit included. Full sun if set up in the centre. Woollybutt – Fully shaded throughout the day and ideal for tents or camper trailers. Includes water tank and fire pit. Peaceful and private. Grevillea – Tucked into dense bush with full shade mornings and afternoons. Drive-through access, great for group bookings. No water at this site. 🚿 Facilities Water tanks at most sites Sprinklers to reduce dust Fire pits at each site Pet-friendly (please keep pets close due to nearby livestock) Coded gate access for secure, worry-free stays 📍 Nearby (within 10 mins) Barramundi Adventures Darwin (3 min) Berry Springs Tavern & Nature Park Litchfield Pub, Southport & Middle Arm boat ramps Tumbling Waters & Territory Wildlife Park 🚗 Day Trips (up to 1 hr 20 mins) Litchfield waterfalls, Dundee Beach, Crab Claw Island, Darwin CBD, Manton Dam, Batchelor, Corroboree Billabong & more Come unwind under the stars at Parson Springs—your peaceful, private base for NT adventures.

3. Mambo Lodge

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5.1km from Howard Springs · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Small Hobby farm. Camping in serene surroundings amongst 350 mango trees with water and electricity connections for up to 4 x Caravans to maintain privacy. On site toilets and dump point. Close to all the tourist attractions Darwin has to offer. Access to splash pool. Pets by negotiation.

4. Litchfield Tourist Park

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60km from Howard Springs · 191 sites · RVs, Lodging

Looking for a true Top End experience? Welcome to Litchfield Tourist Park, a great base for your Litchfield National Park adventure. We are a small, family owned caravan park located in cattle country, on the outskirts of the fabulous Litchfield National Park, 14km from Batchelor. Welcome to the outback, where a creek flows through our backyard, cattle and horses roam over our back fence, and where native birds and wildlife make their home. We feel privileged to live in such an amazing region and constantly look for ways to preserve and protect it. You can help in many ways: by using our recycling waste centres, reducing the amount of single-use plastics that you bring or simply arrive at the café with your own cup for morning coffee.

5. Under the Mangoes 🥭

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(35)

1.2km from Howard Springs · 4 sites · RVs

Beautiful peaceful 5 acres of bliss among mango trees. Campers have access to two under-cover communal area with BBQ, seating area with fridge, bathroom, toilet and washing machine. Wake up to the sound of singing birds Among mango trees. Th property is located 5 mins from Howard Springs nature park, 25 mins to Darwin city, 30 mins to the lovely Gunpoint Beach. Please note it will be the dryseason, so grass will not be as green as the wet season.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Greg

September 2025

6 m pop-up camper

With pets

2 nights at Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs

Lovely camp site close to Darwin. Emma was very welcoming.

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Chloe

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs

Great stay! Has everything you need from water, power, fire pit to a communal shower and toilet. Nice and close to Berry Springs.

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Martin

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

5 nights at Mambo Lodge

We had a warm welcome on arrival. The sites are well shaded from the NT sun, plenty of space and very tranquil setting. The hosts were wonderful and very helpful. They have good knowledge of the area and gave us great ideas and places to see to fill in our days. We received clear instructions and prompt responses. They are the best we have come across in our travels around Australia.

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Martin

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

5 nights at Mambo Lodge

The best place we have stayed at on this trip around Northern Territory. The hosts were brilliant they couldn’t do enough for us. They made us feel like Family. Great facilities and they had plenty of knowledge about what to see in Darwin. Highly recommend this place to stay if you are travelling to Darwin.

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Helen

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

5 nights at Mambo Lodge

Awesome property with fantastic hosts that are very caring! We were 3 families from 3 states, a place to meet up. Camping between the mango trees was shady with toilet facilities as well. Highly recommend this peaceful property. The best stay in Darwin.

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Lynette

September 2025

10 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs

Yes I would recommend Middle Camp. Lovely spot with great Amenity and water pressure. Especially loved the outdoor private shower. Perhaps our timing could have been earlier in the season as it was very hot and a lot of March flies. But all said it’s a lovely area.

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Melanie

September 2025

4 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs

Beautiful property. Great size sites. Free washing machine and amazing outdoor shower on your site. (Hot shower in amenities block). Definitely bring the repellent though. March flies and stinging green mozzies were very friendly

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Judy

September 2025

8 m Class B

5 nights at Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs

Generous site in a bush setting with outdoor shower and very good potable water. Great amenities. We will return when we are next in the NT. Thank you Emma.

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Erica

September 2025

6 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Parson Springs Bush Stay

Private campsites tucked into the trees, felt like no one else was even around - very peaceful.

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Adrian

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Parson Springs Bush Stay

Peaceful, quiet, private and safe. 2wd access no worries.

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Lyn

September 2025

12 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Mambo Lodge

We stayed 2 months in total at Mambo Top End and honestly we couldn’t have wished for nicer hosts. Gerhard and Hannalie are such kind, friendly people who willingly shared their place with us. We were very sad to leave and could easily have just stayed on. Guys, thank you so much for everything and we hope to see you both next winter.

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Lyn

September 2025

12 m travel trailer

With pets

5 nights at Mambo Lodge

Just an amazing place with amazing hosts. Wish we could have stayed for the mango harvest. Cool parking in the shade of the trees, beautiful green grass and so peaceful and quiet!

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Mark

September 2025

5 m Class B

2 nights at Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs

Nice and green, in the dry, private, dunnys and laundry near by. Great shower on powered site. Great fire place, plenty of wood around. But please let people know when a TOTAL FIRE BAN IS IN PLACE. How are blowing like me suposti know when it is total fire ban. A quick SMS it people already booked would be a good idea.

K

September 2025

5 m car

1 night at Parson Springs Bush Stay

Ripper spots that are private, we will be back! Having a water tank was also amazing

Gail

August 2025

6 m travel trailer

2 nights at Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs

Great grassy site, pretty secluded. Powerered site was a treat for those hot days. Potable water & outdoor shower. We stayed here for 2 nights to check out Berry Springs which was about a 5 min drive away. Very refreshing, temperature was lovely. IGA was well stocked.

Jesse

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Parson Springs Bush Stay

Great spot close enough to everything, water tanks perfect for a cold shower cheers

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Rianna

August 2025

5 m car

1 night at Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs

Lovely overnight stay on site 1 with power and water provided on site and only a very short peaceful walk to the amenities block.

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Odette

August 2025

8 m travel trailer

2 nights at Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs

I loved this hidden bush camp. So relaxing and well presented.

Hannah

August 2025

6 m travel trailer

With kids

2 nights at Middle Camp & Stay- Berry Springs

Loved it here! Wish we booked for longer! Such a great place to just veg out and avoid others for a while! Didn’t have to have any contact with the host just arrive and go straight to your site! The outdoor shower was a hit with the heat and supper close to berry springs for a cool off and to spend the day! The bathroom was so clean and easy to access and the free washing machine was just 👌🏻 Will definitely be back!!

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Lyn

August 2025

12 m travel trailer

27 nights at Mambo Lodge

We absolutely love this spot. It’s so peaceful and quiet in the Mango Farm. Watching the mangoes grow is so special. Gerhard and Hannalie are the nicest hosts you could wish for and they have created a beautiful retreat for travellers.