The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Deception Bay, Queensland

Camping with pets near Deception Bay is straightforward—over 1,500 spots welcome your four-legged mates. Average stays land around $31 per night, but you can find a patch of grass for as little as $5. Top picks like Lakeview (1348 reviews), Bushywood at Woodfordskilake (1324 reviews), and A Place To Call Home (1106 reviews) draw regulars for their open paddocks and easy trail access. Campfires are allowed, and most sites offer toilets and plenty of space for your pup to roam. You’ll find swimming holes, fishing spots, and bushwalking tracks within easy reach. Local rules ask you to keep pets under control and collect their waste—no one wants to step in it. Travellers stick around for the relaxed vibe and the freedom to explore with a dog at their side.

94% (19.9K)

Top-rated campgrounds near Deception Bay

Camping with pets near Deception Bay is straightforward—over 1,500 spots welcome your four-legged mates. Average stays land around $31 per night, but you can find a patch of grass for as little as $5. Top picks like Lakeview (1348 reviews), Bushywood at Woodfordskilake (1324 reviews), and A Place To Call Home (1106 reviews) draw regulars for their open paddocks and easy trail access. Campfires are allowed, and most sites offer toilets and plenty of space for your pup to roam. You’ll find swimming holes, fishing spots, and bushwalking tracks within easy reach. Local rules ask you to keep pets under control and collect their waste—no one wants to step in it. Travellers stick around for the relaxed vibe and the freedom to explore with a dog at their side.

94% (19.9K)

Top-rated campgrounds near Deception Bay

1. McCoy's River Views

85%

(88)

78km from Deception Bay · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Access to McCoy's Creek and local wildlife to relax and take in the fresh air. With views across the Gold Coast hinterland this tranquil location will leave you breathless. The options to set your location ranges from open flat areas with views or nestled amongst the trees on the lower parts. The property is a rural and simple location to sit back and get off the beaten track. There are 3-4 sites that are relatively even but others require leveling equipment for your caravan. Located minutes from the Gold Coast theme parks you can camp the night and enjoy the what the Gold Coast has to offer by day. Mccoys Creek Views allows campers to bring pets and enjoy a fire whilst relaxing with family & friends Bring your off grid camper/ caravan along for a no frills scenic experience off the beaten track but close to the Gold Coast's thrilling theme park district. Please note that - pets must be well behaved and on a leash at all times. Fires are not allowed during fire bans. Guests must be fully self contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste with them on departure.

2. Platypus Point

100%

(104)

47km from Deception Bay · 1 site · Tent, RV

Exclusive camping located at the meeting of Brisbane River and a permanent tributary creek. This private location offers grassy camping on an elevated river junction. Perfect spot for swimming, fishing , kayaking or just enjoying the sunset by the fire. The location is on a large body of water on the river and is home to numerous turtles, freshwater fish, eastern water dragons, eagles regularly overhead and keen spotters will see the family of platypus. - Kayaks are available for use - No toilet/shower facilities available so you will need to BYO - No power available - BYO firewood - Not suitable for boats which can't be carried as no boat ramp - Behaved dogs welcome on leash - No firearms/motorbikes permitted - 3 vehicle maximum Access: Heavy rain limits access but we are happy to help if you get stuck or cancellation needed. Vehicle's - you will be driving through 800m of undulating paddocks, SUV's no problems, low sedan's less suitable. Caravan's - the camping spot is perfect for caravan's however we would recommend a off-road caravans for best access.

3. Coorie Vale

100%

(133)

31km from Deception Bay · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

Coorie Vale is a 100-acre working cattle and horse property on Mt Mee, within an hour drive from the Sunshine Coast or just over an hour from Brisbane. We have a tranquil camp area on Bungo Creek flats, great for families to enjoy nature, and a beautiful private site on the Ridge, with expansive, peaceful views.  The creek campsites have easy access to the toilets and non-potable water.  Coorie Vale is perfect for nature lovers and adventurers - go rock hopping exploring the creek and relax under the stars around the campfire.  It is steep country down to the creek, so a 4WD is an absolute must. Please note, if there is lots of rain, the track to the creek can get very muddy and difficult. If access is compromised due to weather, there are alternative spaces you can set up camp. We accept tent and 4WD camper trailers only, please no caravans or motorhomes. Our property is dog-friendly, keeping in mind it is a working cattle property.  Children under 12 stay free. Please still add them to your booking so we can monitor numbers, they will not be charged. Over Christmas, Coorie Vale is a great spot to base yourself for the Woodford Folk Festival (15-minute drive).

4. How’s the Serenity Camp

69km from Deception Bay · 1 site · Tent, RV

Our quiet property is just 10m from Kenilworth, 2m from Booloumba Creek, Little Yabba, the Mary River & Charlie Morlands where you can wander around town or explore the beautiful scenery on a day hike. Based on a no through road and next to a National Park where there is many creeks to explore, all within a quick 1min walk. The space is yours to enjoy privately with a seperate gated entrance. There is a compost toilet & camp shower/bucket provided and fire pit to use when no fire bans are on. Feel free to use the provided firewood felled from our land. We do have 2 friendly rescue pet cows who may come to say hello. Gates MUST be closed at all times for this reason. This is for quiet campers and strictly no parties please. There’s plenty of wildlife around so please be aware of goannas, snakes, ticks, wallabies etc. Must bring own drinking water and power. 1000L tank (IBC) filled with Bore water for use when showering etc. Solar lights around the camp. Instructions needed for entrance prior to arrival. What you bring in you must bring out please. Fully fenced yard with plenty of shade. We do live on the same property in a seperate area.

5. Safe Haven Retreat

84%

(61)

54km from Deception Bay · 11 sites · Tents, RVs

Welcome to Safe Haven Campground, perfect for individuals, couples and groups of all sizes. An open site offers plenty of space and is designed to provide a peaceful retreat. Just 30 meters from the pristine waters of Kilcoy Creek, you’ll find several swimming holes with crystal clear water, perfect for a refreshing dip. Platypus have also been sighted here! Our semi-shaded, flat sites are ideal for tents, rooftop campers, small caravans, and RVs. Guests MUST bring their own toilet facilities. Conveniently located, we are only a 5-minute drive from the charming Crystal Water Cafe, which is open 7 days a week for tea, coffee, cake, and meals. They also have free public wifi if you require stable internet access. Access to the campsite is easy via a bridge over the creek. While you relax, enjoy sightings of local kangaroos, wallabies, and a variety of tropical birds. We look forward to welcoming you to Safe Haven Camp for a serene and enjoyable outdoor experience. Please note that our campsite is for adults only, and no children are permitted due to farm-related risks. We also have a strict no-drone policy

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

D

Damian

3 days ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Coorie Vale

Had a great time camping at the Ridge site, amazing views and very secluded. Tony was a great host, and made getting to and from the site so easy.

C

Charne

1 week ago

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Coorie Vale

Awesome spot, great host. Tony was very welcoming and friendly. Enjoyed the creek and fantastic clean toilet facilities. Overall a nice relaxing spot.

Trudy

1 week ago

3 m pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Coorie Vale

We absolutely loved staying at the creek sites at corie vale... the drive down was definitely 4wd only.. but very worth it when you get there.. the creek was great to cool off and even went rock hopping and found a lovely waterfall and swim hole... tony was such a lovely host and very welcoming with his beautiful doggo.. will definitely be coming back to this beautiful part of the world thats not too far from home

T

Thomas

1 week ago

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Coorie Vale

We stayed at the Ridge site and the view was amazing with far reaching views and at night plenty of stars! The elevated site had a nice breeze keeping us cool during the day and comfortable by the fire at night. At the lower sites there is a nice water way to explore.

R

Ruby

1 week ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Coorie Vale

Such a lovely area, great campfire and clean toilet areas! Definitely will be back!

S

Sylvester

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Coorie Vale

Had a lovely stay - being greeted by Ralph the dog was a lovely welcome, Tony was a great host and super accomodating, even came down to check everything was going alright after the first night. Long drops were the flashiest we’d ever seen! 😂 10/10 would recommend to anyone for a quiet and relaxing get away.

D

Daniel

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Coorie Vale

Had a great weekend camping at the ridge site. Views were spectacular and Tony was incredibly welcoming and accommodating. Would absolutely recommend the place and will definitely be back.

L

Lauren

2 weeks ago

6 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Platypus Point

We had the best two days at Platypus Point. The camp was neat and tidy. The area was perfect for our camper and another caravan. We will be back for a longer stay... Thank you Lexi and Kieran for sharing your farm with us.

Nathan

3 weeks ago

6 m Class A

1 night at McCoy's River Views

Beautiful secluded spot, lovely sunset. Great location between Brisbane and Gold Coast. Thank you

H

Holly

3 weeks ago

Tent

3 nights at Platypus Point

Platypus Point was such a beautiful campsite, we stayed for a weekend but wish we had the whole week as it was so serene and relaxing. We honestly kept forgetting we were less than an hour from the city. Lexi and Kieren were also wonderful hosts, we really felt so welcomed and privileged to stay on their property. The directions for arrival were clear, we even got a map from the gate on the way in with some helpful tips and facts about the area. The communication throughout the whole trip was really appreciated as well, they made sure to let us know about a few truck deliveries and noises but we weren’t bothered by it at all. There was also kayaks left on the campsite which was just another added bonus on our trip as we spent most of our time on the water, which was also beautiful. Hopefully we’ll come back soon and be able to stay for longer as we had such an amazing time.

e

emily

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Coorie Vale

We had the most lovely stay at Tony’s property. The creek sites are cozy and nestled in the hills, so you get to enjoy a beautiful view of the property. Would love to visit again!

Matt

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Coorie Vale

Stunning views, super well organised. There is a creek with a waterfall you can explore

R

Racheal

3 weeks ago

5 m car

With kids

Weekend Trip to Platypus Point

Lovely cleared area with easy access to the river bank. Caught plenty of catfish, a couple turtles, a perch and a bass on our one night stay. I am pretty certain I saw a platypus also, a brown wide backed creature popped up and ducked back under the water pretty swiftly around 630am to the right of the point. Very private area and quiet. Saw one boat zoom past while we were fishing. Make sure you bring wood as the campfire ring was great to sit around at night. The lovely owners had freshly mowed the grass just before our arrival and had left a handy page of notes on the property for us at the gateway. We will definitely be back :) thank you for sharing your piece of paradise with us.

Z

Zane

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

2 nights at Platypus Point

Great campsite! Nice and private, very clean, and a lot of fun. We loved exploring the river and relaxing by the fire. Definitely recommend!

Jonathan

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Coorie Vale

Tony was super accomodating and showed us the track to the creekside camp sites. Unfortunately storms just before arrival and road tyres on the shark 6 meant I wasn’t confident to get back up the track. Tony allowed us to camp up the top with splendid views. Highly recommend.

A

Anna

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Coorie Vale

We had an amazing stay. Our campsite was located at the top of the hill, the view was absolutely beautiful and waking up to cows and horses nearby was such a treat. Tony was incredibly helpful and welcoming. We are already looking forward to coming back.

B

Brad

November 2025

6 m pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to Coorie Vale

This place was great. The views at the top are amazing and the camping area by the creek was very lovely. We could hear running water all day and night. The kids enjoyed climbing the rocks and splashing around.

J

Joshua

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

4 nights at Coorie Vale

My friends and I loved staying at this camp site. It was very aesthetic and had a lot of space for us (7 people) to spread out. Tony was very accommodating and welcoming in all ways you can think of. This campsite for us is a 10/10

Kez

November 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Platypus Point

This was the second time we’ve camp here and like the first time had an amazing time . Super tidy camp site close to Brissy we love it and our dog had a blast jumping into the river to cool off .

T

Talissa

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Coorie Vale

Felt extremely welcomed by Tony who greeted us on arrival and escorted us to our site. The site itself was beautiful and we were lucky enough to get a site closest to the water, falling asleep to the sound of flowing water was lovely. The weather turned quickly on our day of departure and the track became tricky but Tony was amazing and gave us a hand. Thank you so much we will definitely be back.