The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Charters Towers, Queensland

Welcome to Hipcamp! Looking for a pet-friendly camping experience near Charters Towers, Queensland in Australia? You're in luck! We have over 210 options available just for you. Whether you prefer a cosy campsite or a spacious cabin, we've got you covered. Check out our top campsites like Crystal Creek (424 reviews), Bee Haven (196 reviews), and Crystal Ridge (112 reviews). With popular facilities like showers, campfires, and rubbish facilities, and activities such as hiking, swimming, and boating, you'll have everything you need for a fantastic camping adventure. Prices start as low as $15 per night, with an average price of $30 per night. So pack up your pets and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Charters Towers, Queensland!

98% (232)

Top-rated campgrounds

Welcome to Hipcamp! Looking for a pet-friendly camping experience near Charters Towers, Queensland in Australia? You're in luck! We have over 210 options available just for you. Whether you prefer a cosy campsite or a spacious cabin, we've got you covered. Check out our top campsites like Crystal Creek (424 reviews), Bee Haven (196 reviews), and Crystal Ridge (112 reviews). With popular facilities like showers, campfires, and rubbish facilities, and activities such as hiking, swimming, and boating, you'll have everything you need for a fantastic camping adventure. Prices start as low as $15 per night, with an average price of $30 per night. So pack up your pets and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Charters Towers, Queensland!

98% (232)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Pete's Place

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(199)

14km from Charters Towers · 11 sites · RVs · Southern Cross, QLD

Small rural family property, 11.5 klm from the roadhouse on the western side road of Chaters Towers Qld. Currently we have 10 sites overlooking a large dam. Plenty of bird life,, Lovely sunsets Take a walk around the camping area, including the base of the Featherby Wall Uni sex Bush toilet on site

from

AU$25

/ night

2. WillowVale Park

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(115)

67km from Charters Towers · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Reid River, QLD

“WillowVale Park” is 200 acres set on the banks of the Reid River, QLD 4816. Half way between Townsville and Charters Towers on the Flinders Highway. Private area suitable for camping, caravans, RV’s right on the river bank. All year swimming, fishing, kayaking and canoeing. - Camp fires permitted. - Pets welcome but contained or restrained at all times. - No toilets so must have own toilet. - Groups bookings or up to two seperate camps at any one time. - Push bike riding and Hiking areas available. - Plenty of room to run for the kids.

3. Top Camp Roadhouse Caravan Park

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63km from Charters Towers · 48 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Ravenswood, QLD

At Top Camp Caravan Park and Roadhouse, we offer a unique blend of comfort and adventure. Explore our park's amenities and experience our dedication to making your stay unforgettable. Your journey through Queensland starts here. Sit back and relax under shady trees and enjoy the peace and quiet with our local wildlife. We have a sparkling pool to cool off on hotter days, with plenty of shade. Relax in the deck chairs or take the plunge! We also offer an off-leash dog area and free laundry facilities. For cooler nights, gather around our communal fire every Friday and Saturday, or bring your own to enjoy at your campsite. Pets are most welcome! Our off-leash dog park lets your furry friends play and explore, with plenty of toys to keep them happy.

4. Donnington Airpark

79km from Charters Towers · 8 sites · RVs · Woodstock, QLD

Donnington Airpark is a 160-acre privately-owned airfield located at Woodstock, 40 km from Townsville on the Flinders Highway. It is home to a number of private aircraft and a couple of flying training organisations from Towsville use it for touch-and-go circuits, first solo etc. A monthly Social Fly-In Breakfast is staged (4th Sunday), which features visiting aircraft, occasional car/bike club displays, market stalls, hot food and coffee van plus special attractions or guest speakers and presentations (when available). There is ample level ground available for campers. Sunsets can be glorious (depending on the time of year). Kangaroos and wallabies visit daily, as does a variety of birdlife - crows, hawks, ibis, magpies, willy-wag-tails, pee-wees, finches, parrots, doves, kookaburras to name a few. The airpark is easily accessible from the highway and Townsville is only 40 km away for shopping, restaurants, Magnetic Island trips. Fuel is available at Caltex Calcium, 13 km towards Charters Towers. Donnington can be used for an overnight stay or base yourself here for a few days and radiate outwards to Townsville, Charters Towers, Ravenswood or the Burdekin.

from

AU$25

/ night

5. Charters Towers Tourist Park

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2.6km from Charters Towers · 65 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Charters Towers, QLD

As one of the most beautiful inland towns in Queensland and the gateway to exploring Queensland’s fabulous north and west, we make your stay at historic Charters Towers a true pleasure. With a selection of comfortable ensuite cabins, powered or powered ensuite sites, and unpowered sites perfect for campers, we offer a range of stay options to make sure you can enjoy the best the Aussie outdoors has to offer. Sit back and relax in our lovely treed surroundings and listen to the native birds in their natural habitat as they whistle their “hello” from the treetops. Family owned by Local who love their town, Charters Towers Tourist Park is situated off the main highway so you will avoid traffic noise and get your much needed rest before you discover beautiful Charters Towers or journey onward in whichever direction your travels take you. We look forward to your stay with us.

Stories from the community

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Clare

November 2025

8 m travel trailer

3 nights at Pete's Place

We had a really nice stay - Pete was lovely- very attentive- we were on the waterfront and the water was very accessible- would be great for kids to paddle and play - shallow entry. We had a peaceful time with just one set of friendly neighbours. Enjoyed fishing and caught a variety of small fish. Lots of bird life- we saw about 5 king parrots ☺️ and flying foxes. There are a few horses and cattle. Fires allowed when there isn’t a fire ban. We had a great stay.

B

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

1 night at Pete's Place

Great no frills stopover that fronts onto highway. Short drive to camp on edge of large dam with very friendly host and dog.Definitely would stay again, probably for longer.Book through Hipcamp but still reasonable cost.

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LAUREL

October 2025

9 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Pete's Place

Great quiet spot beside the dam/lake. Lovely in the afternoon relaxing in the sunset with a drink or two. Birdlife, cattle and horses all stopped by the dam for a drink. Pete and his puppy Pearl are excellent hosts!

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John & Kylie

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to WillowVale Park

Lovely and quiet, we liked that there is only 2 sites available, nice outlook over the dry river bed from our site.

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Cleveland

October 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Pete's Place

Pete was a great bloke super helpful and has a perfect spot to stop in at highly recommend

Diane

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Pete's Place

A lovely tranquil camp spot on the water. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Pete’s Place. Large drop toilet and heaps of fire wood. Pets welcome. Abundant bird life and a few cows wandering around. Pete’s a really nice guy too. Definitely recommend as a peaceful camp spot.

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Ryan

October 2025

5 m car

1 night at Pete's Place

Great view of the water and wild life. Phone reception poor. Pete is a great bloke, came down for a yarn and to check if everything was fine

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Braden

September 2025

4 m pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to WillowVale Park

Great spot to unwind and take in the bush. Will definately be back again.

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Tracey

September 2025

5 m pop-up camper

3 nights at Pete's Place

Quiet, spacious spot to set up camp. Beautiful bird song in the morning. Loved our visits from Pearl who dropped in for a pat. Pete was a friendly host with great local information. Enjoyed our 3 day stay whilst we explored Charters Towers.

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Keven

September 2025

8 m travel trailer

2 nights at Pete's Place

Dam front site Pete very social and cheerful Close to Charters Towers without being in town Clean non smelling toilet

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Alex

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

2 nights at Pete's Place

We loved our time at Pete’s place. His place is close to town and a great base for exploring. Pete is a great host and we will be back!

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Rosalie

September 2025

5 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Pete's Place

Beautiful camp sites on edge of Dam. Lots of Birdlife ! Enjoyed a campfire. Thanks Pete for allowing campers !

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Damian

September 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Pete's Place

Pete's place is one of those gems you come across that turns out to be so much better than what you expected. The setting is ideal, as you find your own patch near the lake (too good to be called a dam)! It was so peaceful, being that little bit out of town and away from the highway. I was going to stay overnight but ending up staying 3! Plenty to see in town which is only 10 minutes away. At Pete's place there is plenty of room to spread out. There is fire wood and fire pits at many sites. Pete comes around late afternoon to see if everyone is settled. This is one of the best places I have stayed in my 4 month journey.

Alison

September 2025

6 m Class A

Weekend Trip to Pete's Place

The beautiful outlook across the dam, especially in the late afternoon. Sitting by the fire watching all the bird life was so relaxing. Peter was an excellent host.

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Emily

September 2025

5 m car

With kids

1 night at Pete's Place

Beautiful site to camp in , amazingly clean and well maintained, lovely owner would 100% stay again ☺️

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Carol

September 2025

9 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Pete's Place

Excellent farm stay by the dam, Pete is a wealth of information regarding the local area and attractions, quiet peaceful location close to Charter Towers

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Damian

September 2025

4 m travel trailer

1 night at Pete's Place

Serene setting / wish i could have stayed longer by the river

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Lauren

September 2025

4 m Class B

1 night at Pete's Place

We had a great time camping at Pete's place! A beautiful piece of land just outside Charters Towers by a small lake with a short trail you can walk along. His pup was such a sweetheart and we enjoyed our stay greatly! The stars at night were absolutely incredible and the sunset was gorgeous. No potable water onsite, but a non-potable water tank and long drop close to the camp spots.

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Harry

September 2025

5 m travel trailer

1 night at Pete's Place

Beautiful location. Pete is a character and a wonderful host. Lakeside with no flys or mozzies Close to Charter Towers. Best hip camp yet