The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Cairns, Queensland

Planning a camping trip near Cairns, Queensland, Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp. With over 2200 options available in the area that allow pets, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for your furry friends. Whether you're looking for a secluded spot to relax or a bustling campground with plenty of activities, Hipcamp has got you covered. Check out top campsites like Mossman "Tati farm" stay (223 reviews), Wally's Roost (98 reviews), and Newell Beach Farm Stay (96 reviews) for a great camping experience. And with facilities like rubbish disposal, cooking equipment, and potable water available at many sites, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Plus, with prices starting as low as $10 per night and an average price of $18 per night, camping with Hipcamp is not only convenient, but also budget-friendly. So grab your gear and get ready for a memorable camping trip in Cairns, Queensland!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Cairns

Planning a camping trip near Cairns, Queensland, Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp. With over 2200 options available in the area that allow pets, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for your furry friends. Whether you're looking for a secluded spot to relax or a bustling campground with plenty of activities, Hipcamp has got you covered. Check out top campsites like Mossman "Tati farm" stay (223 reviews), Wally's Roost (98 reviews), and Newell Beach Farm Stay (96 reviews) for a great camping experience. And with facilities like rubbish disposal, cooking equipment, and potable water available at many sites, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Plus, with prices starting as low as $10 per night and an average price of $18 per night, camping with Hipcamp is not only convenient, but also budget-friendly. So grab your gear and get ready for a memorable camping trip in Cairns, Queensland!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Cairns

1. A Hideaway at Holloway's

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9.7km from Cairns · 2 sites · RVs

We offer 2 grassy site options, enough space for 2 RV's, Motor Home or Camper Trailer. Our block is situated only one street from the beautiful Holloways Beach, is a central location for all RV travellers. Perfectly positioned for those who enjoy seaside holidays. Need airport parking? We are only 15 minutes to the airport. A handy spot to park your Vehicle or RV. Make this your home-base while you explore our beautiful region, the Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, the scenic Atherton Tablelands, the picturesque Port Douglas and the tropical Daintree and Cape Tribulation Rainforests. Take advantage of easy access to walking and riding paths, swimming enclosure, stunning ocean views, beach and creek fishing and off leash dog beach. All of this right on your doorstep. Relax in the nearby picnic areas, complete with barbecues, children's playground and shaded grassy spaces. Right across from your campsite are popular local cafés, restaurants, live music, bottle shop and a laundromat! Enjoy local markets and many tourist destinations at surrounding beaches. Bus stop at your front door, to the city and northern beaches. The highly desirable Holloways Beach is the perfect balance of coastal charm and city convenience, with the CBD and Airport only a 15-minute drive away. Things to Note: Our site has power and water hook up. One fire pit on site. Please keep fire pit contained and ensure it's completely out before leaving it unattended. You must be fully self-contained with your own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with you on departure. Our neighbours enjoy a peaceful and quiet space and we ask all our guests to help respectfully maintain this. Quiet time between 10pm - 8am We wish you an adventurous stay at Holloways Beach Cairns!

2. Spark Valley Bush Stays

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52km from Cairns · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

Nestled on 250 acres of pristine forest, Spark Valley offers a unique off-grid glamping experience. Stay in the cozy one-bedroom Bush Shed, complete with a king-size bed for ultimate comfort. The outdoor kitchen and fire pit make it easy to cook and relax under the stars, while the spacious hot showers add a touch of luxury after a day of exploring. This peaceful retreat is the perfect place to unwind, listen to the sounds of nature, and spot local birdlife. You’ll still have the convenience of Telstra coverage at the kitchen, so you can stay connected if needed. Spark Valley is all about tranquility, comfort, and connection to the great outdoors.

3. Little Mulgrave Holiday Camping

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23km from Cairns · 5 sites · Tents

Little Mulgrave river frontage with a beautiful swimming hole, lots of shady trees, wallabies and horses surround the property. Enjoy nature at its best bringing, peace and quiet on this beautiful private 28 acre property. Based 15 minutes from the nearest town and 30 minutes from Cairns City. Local pub Mountain View Hotel 5 minutes away. Campers are required to take all waste/rubbish and dispose of responsibly. In respect to neighbours and other campers quiet time is strictly between 10:00pm to 8:00 am. Only those campers booked in are allowed at camp site.

4. Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park

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36km from Cairns · 155 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Sprawled across more than 17 acres and surrounded by lush, native bushland, Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park has a brand new all abilities Splash Pad and Accessible Pool. It is just a stone’s throw from stunning Lake Tinaroo – the heart of adventure on the Atherton Tableland. Indulge in one of the park’s coveted Waterview Villas, opt for the convenience of a Pool-Side Unit, park the van up for a no-fuss stopover or revel in the simplicity of pitching a tent – you can do it all at Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park.

5. Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut

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5.6km from Cairns · 333 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Few holiday resorts compare in popularity to our award-winning BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut in Tropical North Queensland. In fact, if you looked up the definition of ‘kid’s paradise’, you’re likely to see a description of BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut. Set just seven-minute drive from Cairns’ CBD, Cairns Coconut is an 11-hectare landscaped tropical oasis that holds its own against Cairns’ popular visitor attractions – the Great Barrier Reef, Wet Tropics Rainforest, and Atherton Tablelands. Accommodation comes in a few shapes and sizes – with cabins, condos, villas, caravan sites, and camping grounds available – all with the same access to the facilities that earned Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut its gold medal in the Queensland Tourism Awards (2019). Sure, World Heritage-listed icons might lure you out of the park’s surroundings but you can expect to walk away with holiday memories of what’s inside the park’s gates too; between the two swimming pools, slides, splash park, and pedal cars. If timing your visit for school holidays, be sure to call ahead to find out what activities are planned in-park – so parents can have some well-earned downtime and kids can burn off energy. *only sites are available for pet bookings* Please note: We are unable to accommodate boat, trailer, or van storage within the park.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Tristan

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Spark Valley Bush Stays

Great setup! Clearly a lot of work has been put into the facilities around the camp site. Highly recommend!

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Stephen

October 2025

6 m Class B

6 nights at Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut

This was a lovely family orientated campground with a great backdrop of the hills behind Cairns and lots of bird life in the trees. The bathroom was nice and modern and very clean. The laundry facilities were also excellent. There is lots to do here with pools, waterpark and golf. Pizza at the bar was also really good.

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Wil

October 2025

6 m Class A

2 nights at Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut

Beautiful place with enough privacy and space. Clean toilets and shower. Love the beautiful birds we saw in the campplace.

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Damien

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to A Hideaway at Holloway's

We loved our stay at Hideways at Holloways Beach! Fanstastic location to explore Cairns and surrounds. Great spot complete with veggie garden and evening lighting to make the most of those balmy nights!

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Renee

September 2025

6 m travel trailer

3 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

Great location, quiet spot. Tracey was lovely and welcoming, giving us info on the area and allowing us to use her herb garden. Bonus laundromat across the street. Thanks for having us.

Kevin

September 2025

8 m travel trailer

2 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

Very convenient our 3rd stay and would stay again

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Tammy

September 2025

9 m Class A

With pets

2 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

It was private and quiet, lots of birds about too! Super convenient, bus to city and shopping centres across the road, short 5 minute walk to the beach and local cafe, which was amazing!

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Dione

September 2025

6 m travel trailer

3 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

I’m m a repeat visitor I love it here . Beautiful spot right near the beach and a local shops for anything you would need.

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Pania

August 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

Perfect little hideaway! Tracey was absolutely lovely and so very helpful. The property, even though it is near the main road was very private and well maintained. Thank you Tracey we will see you next trip 😊

Tim

August 2025

6 m travel trailer

3 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

We stayed 3 nights great location just 1 street back from Holloway’s beach with a couple of restaurants and takeaways, Tracey had an awesome garden we could select from fresh herbs vegetables etc thank you Tim & Shelley

Danni

August 2025

7 m travel trailer

3 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

We really enjoyed our stay here. It’s a lovely private camp and such a convenient, central spot while we explored Cairns and the surrounding areas. Having a laundromat just across the road was super handy too. Great base for adventures!

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Emily

August 2025

12 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

Loved our stay here. Tracey was a great host and told us all the best places to eat and see at Holloways Beach. Private spot and walking distance to the beach.

Kevin

August 2025

8 m travel trailer

2 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

Second visit as good as the first will be back again

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Jazmin

August 2025

10 m travel trailer

With kids

5 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

This place is awesome and beautiful. Holloways beach is amazing, highly recommend this area. The site is amazing and super beautiful garden! Very affordable as well.

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Brenda

August 2025

4 m travel trailer

6 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

What a beautiful place you provided for us to set up in Tracey. The site was a good size, flat and very private. I particularly loved the sunflowers and the vegie garden you have created and shared with us. The space was perfect as it was situated only about 150m from the beach and local cafe, which we frequented each morning. Tracey was very easy and friendly to communicate with and gave us very clear directions on accessing the site. Thank you for a wonderful week in which we visited friends in both Cairns and Palm Cove. We also managed a game of golf at the local course in Yorkeys Knob which was only a 10 minute drive. Everything we needed was at our finger tips. We will definitely be back if we are up this way. Thank you again Tracey.

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Patrick

July 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park

Great relaxing park. Good for families and couples. Lots to see and do in the local area. Friend helpful team looking after everything.

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Leslie

July 2025

6 m travel trailer

8 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

Such a great spot. Very private & well kept. Tracey was great to deal with. We'll be back if we're ever up in the area again. So much nicer than staying in a Caravan Park & we loved the Veggie Garden. Thanks Tracey.

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Sara

July 2025

5 m Class B

With kids

2 nights at Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut

Amazing place for children to enjoy with the pool, the playground, the karts, etc

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Brett

July 2025

8 m Class A

Group trip

3 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

Excellent host and Hipcamp. Definitely will be staying again. Good location for beach, parks, shops and laundromat.

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Kerri

July 2025

7 m Class B

4 nights at A Hideaway at Holloway's

Quite private as only two sites . Lovely herb garden . Walking distance to beach. Across the road is a laundromat open early till late and eating venues across the road - only open evening hrs. Bar and cafe beach front only open breakfast and lunch . The closest dump point is in Cairns city. Tracey was very friendly, informative and obliging, swopping sites around so we could stay longer. The site was a bit difficult to get into -had to back in through a narrow gate way so driver needs to know how to reverse. Site A the easiest but Site B most private.