The best dog-friendly caravan campgrounds near Gin Gin, Queensland

If you're looking to explore the great outdoors near Gin Gin, Queensland with your furry friend in tow, you're in luck! Hipcamp offers over 3940 caravan camping options that allow pets in the area. With options as low as $5 per night and an average price of $20 per night, you can find a site that fits your budget. Check out some of the top-rated campsites with hyperlinks like Dam Crazy Camping (754 reviews), Peaceful Riverside Camping (474 reviews), and Hidden Camp Pie Creek (480 reviews). Popular amenities include pets, campfires, and rubbish, while popular activities include cycling, wildlife watching, and hiking.

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Top-rated campgrounds

If you're looking to explore the great outdoors near Gin Gin, Queensland with your furry friend in tow, you're in luck! Hipcamp offers over 3940 caravan camping options that allow pets in the area. With options as low as $5 per night and an average price of $20 per night, you can find a site that fits your budget. Check out some of the top-rated campsites with hyperlinks like Dam Crazy Camping (754 reviews), Peaceful Riverside Camping (474 reviews), and Hidden Camp Pie Creek (480 reviews). Popular amenities include pets, campfires, and rubbish, while popular activities include cycling, wildlife watching, and hiking.

95% (5.1K)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Korners Bush Escape Deepwater

98%

(55)

63km from Gin Gin · 21 sites · Tents, RVs · Deepwater, QLD

Purchased in 1988 as a block of Bush, the majority of clearing was initially done with a small Massey Ferguson Te20 a long length of chain a shovel and chainsaw.Built originally with nothing more than the chainsaw, shovel, hammer and nails the log cabin that I still live in has undergone a few changes over the years but we have tried to keep it looking the same on the outside made mostly from large hardwood posts and paperbark slabs and half rounds for walls concrete floor with sunken lounge room. The hand built rock chimney is the feature piece of the front of the cabin so be sure to check it out and get a few pics.

2. Rules Beach Turtles Bushcamp🐢

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(35)

59km from Gin Gin · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · Rules Beach, QLD

HOSTING SELF SUFFICIENT CAMPERS ONLY - A tranquil grassroots camp nestled in a natural bush setting. Enjoy unspoiled treetop views, coastal breezes, and the diverse wildlife that inhabits the surroundings. 50 acres of natural vegetation at various stages of regeneration. The camp is close to beach landscapes (3kms) , tidal saltwater creeks (4km), and estuaries, renowned for fishing, crabbing, and 4WD adventures. Situated near the sand track to Agnes Water, day trips are both fun and interesting. The maintained boat ramp (Flat Rock Picnic Area) is just 4 km away, providing a relaxing experience on the water. Access to Rules Beach is available during low tide only, offering opportunities for exploring rock pools and observing sea life. Travel north to the Broadwater or south to the mouth of Baffle Creek for a scenic drive. Rules Beach is a nesting ground for several species of endagered marine sea turtles. The Bushcamp is headquarters for Rules Beach Turtles, a volunteer run NFP association dedicated to the preservation and protection of these species. They nest on the beach from November to March each year. Our nest monitoring program runs at this time. Experience morning sunrise over the beach and sunset through the treetops. If you seek almost unspoiled nature, abundant birdlife, and the serenity nature offers, Rules Beach is the perfect destination.

3. Hartwood

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(28)

52km from Gin Gin · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Elliott Heads, QLD

Nestled just 5 minutes from the coastal town of Elliott Heads, lies Hartwood—a tranquil 120-cattle stud and mangrove wetland boasting over 48 species of wading birds. It is located under 1 km away from the beach and boat ramp at Riverview, allowing you to ride your horse to the water or go kite surfing in the river mouth. Hartwood is a great destination for nature walks or adventurous kayaking. With 9 paddocks, we can even accommodate guest horses.

4. BB Inland RT Barrimoon Siding

74km from Gin Gin · 50 sites · Tents, RVs · Kalpowar, QLD

A former railway siding with the closest access point to the six Dawes Range Tunnels on the rail trail. From the tunnels, there are excellent views across to Kroombit Tops, and historical signage has been installed along the trail. The siding also contains the foundations of a former railway turntable. Kalpowar State Forest Park and campground are located several kilometres to the east, while the township of Kalpowar lies about the same distance in the opposite direction.

5. TIMBER MILL STATION

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(34)

76km from Gin Gin · 118 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Brooweena, QLD

🌿 Welcome to Timber Mill Station! An off-grid rural escape with all the comforts you actually need — clean toilets, hot showers, and even quirky bush showers with hot & cold taps for that rustic twist. We’re not your typical caravan park — no cramped sites, no strict layouts. With 86 acres of bushland beauty, you’ll have the space to spread out, set up camp your way, and fully embrace the serenity. ✨ What you’ll love: Choose your camp spot on arrival — loads of room to spread out, or camp together as a group, the choice is yours 2WD friendly access Top-notch amenities – clean toilets, hot showers + bush showers Pet-friendly (well-behaved pets on lead) Family-friendly (don’t forget the push bikes!) DumpEZY onsite Communal camp kitchen with BBQ (BYO fridge) Huge 14m x 20m shed for out-of-weather hangs Please note: Our beautiful unfiltered rainwater is available for use during your stay, however there is no direct water connection to sites and all campsites are unpowered. Please ensure you come prepared to camp fully off-grid. Generators are welcome, but we ask that you use them considerately so all guests can enjoy the peace and quiet of the rural setting. 💲 Rates Campsite fee covers 1x adult per night. Kids under 13 and dogs are free. Planning a longer stay? If you’d like to book more than 5 nights, shoot us an email to chat about discounted rates. 💫 Private Hire Option Want the whole place to yourself? You can hire the entire property for $500 + GST per night, giving your group (up to 100 people) exclusive access to Timber Mill Station. For extra comfort, add on our cosy Shed House (with bedding & linen supplied) for $150 + GST per night. Perfect for events, parties, or simply having the space entirely to yourselves. For more info or a copy of our Private Hire Pamphlet, email us at timbermillbookings@gmail.com. Whether you’re reading books in the shade of the gums, stargazing at night, riding pushbikes, playing games, exploring walking tracks, or simply soaking up the peaceful vibes — Timber Mill Station is your perfect off- grid break from the daily grind. 📸 Check us out on Instagram @timber_mill_station 📸 Check us out on Facebook Timber Mill Station. 📧 Book through Hipcamp or email: timbermillbookings@gmail.com

Stories from the community

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terence

2 weeks ago

5 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to TIMBER MILL STATION

What a wonderful spot. I loved it. Carol and Tony were so friendly and helpful. I will return.

Indigo Rain

2 weeks ago

6 m Class B

2 nights at Hartwood

Great location and only a short drive to the beach. The camp itself is pretty simple but it’s what we expected when we booked. I would say to avoid this site if you have a low clearance 2WD as we struggled a little bit to get out with our campervan. Overall we would stay again purely for the location 😊

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Jean

3 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at TIMBER MILL STATION

Lovely place. Hearing birds and feeling like I was away from it all was really nice. Very clean amenities.

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Ebony

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to TIMBER MILL STATION

It was a very tidy spacious camp site and the amenities were super clean and nice. This was our third time going and we really enjoyed it!

Jake

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rules Beach Turtles Bushcamp🐢

Great remote camp site, was a little heavy on the horse flies but other then that was a good get away.

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Alicea

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Korners Bush Escape Deepwater

Phillip was super lovely upon arrival and finding a camping spot was easy. There was lots to choose from and heaps of space for my dog to explore. My next passing through I’ll definitely be coming back.

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Marguerite

August 2025

Tent

2 nights at Rules Beach Turtles Bushcamp🐢

A quiet off-grid bush block with bushland vistas. Plenty of birds and kangaroos. No fellow campers on the evening we stayed. The beach is a short drive away.

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Michael

August 2025

15 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Rules Beach Turtles Bushcamp🐢

Nice a quite. Camps spread out. can hear the ocean. Eazy to find

Daniel

August 2025

6 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to TIMBER MILL STATION

A really great setup, the main shed facilities including camp kitchen and hot showers were excellent. The caretaker Tony and wife were very welcoming and helpful.

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Tony

July 2025

9 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at TIMBER MILL STATION

Hi, highly recommend Timber Mill Station, amazing area, super clean and awesome toilets and showers and laundry facilities. Also had Dumo Point and waste disposal. We were with a 9m caravan for 5 nights in such a peaceful bushland area. Open site One. Hosts, Carol and Tony are excellent. They are friendly, helpful and caring. They maintain this bush retreat to a tee. Nothing was too much, supplied fire pot and wood for the time we were there. Will definitely come back again when in the area and highly recommend this camp site.

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Douglas

July 2025

7 m Class B

4 nights at Rules Beach Turtles Bushcamp🐢

Rules Beach turtle monitoring and bush camp was something special. Wide open camp spaces meaning privacy for all in a beautiful bush setting. Perfect if you want to be away from the crowds of caravan parks. Dog friendly and the site is a few minutes from the beach. Nicki the host is very friendly and is an encyclopaedia of knowledge about the local turtle population. Baffle Creek is 16 minutes drive away with shops, great pub ‘zincalumbar’ with very friendly locals. 10/10

Dave

July 2025

6 m pop-up camper

With pets

2 nights at TIMBER MILL STATION

Great bush camp with excellent modern facilities. The caretakers were very friendly and helpful, arriving with a fireplace and firewood. Will be back.

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Becs

July 2025

Tent

With kids

10 nights at Korners Bush Escape Deepwater

Large open flat space, surrounded by trees, with a few areas with dispersed trees, enough to give shade but not completely hide the sun. Both dams were great, the kids loved exploring, and the flat sandy “little beach” was a great hit as well. We really appreciated all the firewood! It burnt amazing too. Kangaroos visited everyday, but kept their distance from our camp. We did have little native stingless bees visit everyday, however other than those, there was barely any creepy crawlies (which always find me 😖) Definitely the place you want to go if you want to chill at the site and let the kids completely roam! Yet there is so much to do nearby! Rules Beach - awesome and not too busy beach, not patrolled though, Flat rock boat ramp - prefect for us to kayak from. So many places to kayak too. Agnes Waters - great beaches but more populated, has several stores including a great little independent camping store! As there is no public dump points in the area, the closest was out towards 1770, or Bundaberg. I did however ring the “Baffle Creek Nomad Caravan Park” and organised with them to utilise their dump point for $5. Don’t forget to bring plenty of water. We didn’t find anywhere local to fill up, so did trips out to 1770 or Bundy. (We were there for 10 days, had enough for 4-5 days so needed a top up mid way)

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Tracy

July 2025

7 m travel trailer

2 nights at Rules Beach Turtles Bushcamp🐢

Private and peaceful we loved our 2 night stay. Absolutely beautiful bush camp, loved all the trees and natural surroundings. Enjoyed the bird life and the local Roos. So close to Rules beach which was a pleasant surprise we drove up and down the beach and had a great day exploring. Also checked out Agnes waters and 1770 while we were there. Excellent communication and we felt very welcome but loved the privacy. So many spots to camp. The fire pit was wonderful to sit around in the evenings. Would highly recommend and hope to visit again

Nicole

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to TIMBER MILL STATION

Loved camping at Timber Mill Station. Very relaxing and peaceful spot. You get to pick where you want to setup. The amenities were super clean and the caretakers and owners are friendly. The place was easy to find. No need to bring your own firewood 🏕️.

Mark

July 2025

7 m travel trailer

With kids

3 nights at Korners Bush Escape Deepwater

Wow what a beautiful spot!! We thoroughly enjoyed our quiet stay. we were surrounded by grass and bush and not a soul around us. magical. We also had the added bonus of some firewood near our camp which the owner said we could help ourselves to - this was greatly appreciated.

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Sharon

June 2025

7 m Class A

With kids

1 night at Hartwood

Lovely place to camp, lots of birds and lovely walk around the mangroves! Kids loved hanging out with the cows!!! Very quite and peaceful, we would stay again 🙏

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Peta

June 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to TIMBER MILL STATION

A very peaceful place to chill out and explore. Lovely hosts and caretakers.

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Brett

May 2025

15 m travel trailer

1 night at Rules Beach Turtles Bushcamp🐢

The campground is beautiful with plenty of flat ground. Wherever we looked, we were met with stunning bush views. We could choose our own site, and there's so much space, you'll never be on top of other campers. Good communication, and easy to follow directions. Nicky greeted us and told us the story behind the campground and the developments she's made. A very tranquil spot.

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Mark

May 2025

8 m travel trailer

1 night at Rules Beach Turtles Bushcamp🐢

Enjoyed our stay, we were in our element. We love bush camping and we hasvacwhole area too ourselves and enjoyed a campfire, with cooking sausages on the hot coals. We will return in the future definitely.