The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Kooralbyn, Queensland

Camping with your pets near Kooralbyn? You’ve got over 1,700 options that welcome furry companions, with prices starting from just $5 a night and an average sit around $30. This area caters to pet-lovers who want to spend their days wildlife-watching, riding horseback, or taking a swim. Most campsites here allow campfires, provide toilets, and don’t mind a muddy paw or two. Locals rave about spots like Misty Mountain - Kunghur (1,071 reviews), The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate (1,053 reviews), and Stonesthrow (1,036 reviews), where you’ll find paddocks, creek crossings, and plenty of space for four-legged mates to roam. Bring your lead, pack some treats, and don’t forget to check the local fire restrictions before striking a match.

97% (24.4K) • 565 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Kooralbyn

Camping with your pets near Kooralbyn? You’ve got over 1,700 options that welcome furry companions, with prices starting from just $5 a night and an average sit around $30. This area caters to pet-lovers who want to spend their days wildlife-watching, riding horseback, or taking a swim. Most campsites here allow campfires, provide toilets, and don’t mind a muddy paw or two. Locals rave about spots like Misty Mountain - Kunghur (1,071 reviews), The Sleepy Hollow Manor Estate (1,053 reviews), and Stonesthrow (1,036 reviews), where you’ll find paddocks, creek crossings, and plenty of space for four-legged mates to roam. Bring your lead, pack some treats, and don’t forget to check the local fire restrictions before striking a match.

97% (24.4K) • 565 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Kooralbyn

1. Crystal Creek Rainforest Treehouse

100%

(244)

49km from Kooralbyn · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

unique comfortable Treehouse or Red Cabin You are very welcome to our 53 acres of lush forest, with meadows, green rolling hills and crystal clear mountain creeks. Leave the busyness of everyday life behind and enter the relaxing and soothing atmosphere of our patch of heaven. Here you can reconnect, restore and reenergise. Perfect for: A romantic getaway Getting back to your playfulness Reconnecting with friends Building a strong connection to your children Creating splendid memories Living in the dream A break from the busy world Technology detox This is your perfect retreat. The rainforest Treehouse is situated in a rainforest pocket of the Mount Warning Caldera, completely surrounded by lush and vibrant nature and sheltered from the outside world, while being just 2 minutes away from us and the comfy road that will take you to an amazing swimming hole, cafés and the nearby town. Once you enter the Treehouse private drive you will feel yourself being transported into a magical world of gently flowing water, natural light, tall trees, chirping birds, rustling leaves, crickets, and frogs. You will notice the energy shift into the safe embrace of our land, protected by Springbrook Mountain. The location of the Treehouse was chosen by our then young children. We all fell in love with the magnificent camphor laurel tree growing at the edge of the seasonal creek. We all found ourselves drawn to that place, so with the help of our friends and our children we began the project of manifesting a dream into a reality - the dream of living in the tree canopy. As we worked on the Treehouse, the design was constantly changing. The whole family, especially our youngest son, contributed to the manifestation of the dream. During that time we overcame many obstacles and found solutions to build in the tree. It was an adventure, a lot of fun and we learnt a lot. It became a dwelling for our kids for a period of time, until they grew up and left to conquer the big wide world. Now it is here for you to enjoy, to reconnect with your dreams, to dive deep into your childhood playful memories where the world of fantasy and reality merge together. Here you can just be yourself, embraced by nature and view at the world from your Treehouse verandah. THE RED CABIN We are also proud of our very special Red Cabin with its magnificent mountain view. it has been created with dedication and love. And again it is thanks to our daughter this time. She has found the perfect spot for you so you can immerse yourself in nature in the shade of lovely trees, taking flight with the eagles above Springbrook Mountain, lifting up and rejoicing life. The vibrant tantric red colour of the cabin will fill you up with new energy and freshness. it is supplied with clean, luxurious linen and towels. The daring bathroom allows you to bask in a bubble bath while enjoying your favourite beverage watching the stars. That beautiful experience will be enhance by the symphony of the surrounding nature. The cooking and dining area is set up for your highest comfort and equipped with everything you need. Words do not do it justice come and see for yourself the Red Cabin is gorgeous YOUR RED CABIN IS PERFECT AS: A romantic getaway Reconnect and spark up your relationship Getting back to your playfulness Get closer to your friends and family Creating splendid memories Living in the dream A break from the busy world and do nothing just chill Technology detox if you wish Let your pet enjoy We are looking forward to welcoming you to our Treehouse and The Red Cabin soon, Aneta and Paul

2. Wynola Country Cousins

99%

(885)

53km from Kooralbyn · 15 sites · Tents, RVs

We are located in the '14 river crossings' Cambanoora Gorge, just 2.5 hrs from Brisbane and the Gold Coast. This 1500 acre working cattle and horse property offers a variety of completely private, riverside campsites.* 4WD access only. Suitable for fully self-contained camper trailers, and high clearance, four-wheel-drive camping outfits. * Note Campers must be self-contained and bring their own camping toilet. (No holes in the ground, must be a chemical toilet where you take your waste with you).* We are dog-friendly but they must be cattle, horse and wildlife-friendly.You can BYO horse for $12 per horse per day, and keep it in our secure yards. You are welcome to explore the Cambanoora Gorge (it's part of the national trail) and/or our property on your horse.Find us on Facebook, search for @ wynolacountrycousins 

3. Rail Trail Retreat

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(68)

75km from Kooralbyn · 12 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Beautiful mostly level land in Crabbes Creek. Only 1km to The Northern Rivers Rail Trail, 8 minutes to the closest beach, 5 minutes to Byron Shire, 14 minutes to Byron Blues Festival, 23 minutes to Tweed Regional Art Gallery, 14 minutes to Brunswick Heads. Great places for fishing, walking, riding and swimming nearby. Great restaurants and cafes nearby in Burringbar, Mooball, Ocean Shores, Mullumbimby, Pottsville, Billinudgel, Ewingsdale, Byron and beyond. Live music at local venues most weekends. Very friendly staff at the Crabbes Creek General Store/post office/petrol station/bottle shop. Farm fresh free range eggs and fire wood for sale when available

4. Just Be Village

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(2)

34km from Kooralbyn · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

On a lush 286 acres backing onto Border Ranges National Park, we are surrounded by 3kms of creek with flowing slopes and beautiful sunset views of Mt Lindesay. For campers we are focusing on around 30 acres and spots close to Sawpit Creek would be ideal to set up camp. Bring your tent, swag or caravan and park up next to our beautiful Sawpit creek. Perfect for a swim! Currently there's a picnic table and some seating areas. We will be building a compost toilet and large BBQ area soon! Drinking water is available, and at the moment we are welcoming only self-contained campers who bring their own camping toilet/shower. Your pet is welcome to camp with you. Our property backs onto Border Ranges National Park! And you can see Mt Lindesay from our property, so bring your camera! It's 15 min to Wiangaree and 35 min to Kyogle. The camping area is 2WD accessible but you will have to cross some creeks. You should be ok in the 2WD as the creek crossing has a small incline and decline. We welcome caravans, campervans and camper-trailers/ tents. You may see us pass by the camping area from time to time. We are a friendly as 😊 and invite you to have a coffee or beer with us. There's no internet by the creek but you're more than welcome to connect to the wifi at our shack up the hill. No campfires please.

5. Mt Barney Lodge Eco Retreat

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(26)

24km from Kooralbyn · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Mt Barney Lodge is more than just a campground - it is an established Advanced Eco-tourism property - and it’s an invitation to reconnect with nature, challenge your hiking limits, and find inspiration in the wild. Nestled in the breathtaking McPherson Ranges, just 90 minutes from Brisbane and the Gold Coast, this retreat has been a sanctuary for adventurers and nature lovers for over 30 years. With sweeping views of Mt Barney, Mt Maroon, and Mt Gillies, the lodge offers a serene escape where grassy, shaded grounds meet the crystal-clear, rock-lined creek—perfect for swimming, paddling, or enjoying a peaceful picnic by the water. For those eager to explore, a variety of bushwalks begin right from the property, ranging from easy strolls to challenging hikes. Laminated maps and local insights help guide your journey. Wildlife thrives here in its natural state, offering unforgettable moments—watch wallabies with their joeys or catch a glimpse of the cheeky bandicoots at night. Whether you seek adventure, tranquility, or inspiration, Mt Barney Lodge is a place where you can breathe deeply, immerse yourself in nature, and leave with a renewed spirit.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Troy

1 day ago

8 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Rail Trail Retreat

Great flat grassy spot with 15a power and water, very well kept site, Jane was a excellent host, excellent base camp for exploring the area, the Northern Rivers Rail Trail is only just down the road.

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Jessica

6 days ago

7 m Class A

With kids

1 night at Rail Trail Retreat

Really nice site with very good working WiFi! We arrived late and left early but Jane was prompt with replies and helpful

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yves

6 days ago

7 m Class A

1 night at Rail Trail Retreat

As good as it always should. No bad side and good communication.

O

Ollie

1 week ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Rail Trail Retreat

Great place to stay the night. I put in the request to stay the night at 4:00pm, the host replied with the matter of minutes! Great for someone who is travelling around with a swag like me. I felt safe in this campsite 👍🏻

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Bernie

1 week ago

7 m Class A

With pets

8 nights at Rail Trail Retreat

I had a motorhome ample space surrounded by shade from trees. Had power and water. Great for a dog to lazy about. Great space and not on top of each other. Great for just relaxing and chilling out.

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Amanda

1 week ago

9 m travel trailer

With pets

7 nights at Rail Trail Retreat

Had a wonderful time. The location was great, the grounds immaculate and the hosts were extremely accomodating, allowing our children and grandchildren to descend upon us for an over night stay. Would come back in a heartbeat

T

Tania

1 week ago

7 m Class A

With kids

Weekend Trip to Rail Trail Retreat

Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen und die Gastgeber waren sehr freundlich.

J

Jenaya

1 week ago

Tent

1 night at Rail Trail Retreat

A gorgeous spot to camp with family. Easy check in and check out, Jane made it super clear and simple. My partner and I will 100% be back!

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Nattu

1 week ago

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Rail Trail Retreat

Jane’s place was well kept and she was super friendly and helpful. Perfect location if you want to do the rail trail.

M

Mat

1 week ago

Tent

With kids

1 night at Rail Trail Retreat

Amazing beautiful camp spot. Would definitely stay here again.

A

Anna

1 week ago

8 m travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Rail Trail Retreat

We loved our stay here. Easy to find, nice and clean. Close to the Rail Trail for an early morning ride before we headed off again.

Wayne

1 week ago

12 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Rail Trail Retreat

We had a great night at Jane's place. The space is beautiful, quiet and spacious. Well maintained grassy areas to park up and enjoy. Super close to The General Store to stock up on some basics and grab fuel as we left. Highly recommend. Could easily stay longer to explore this beautiful area. Thanks for having us!

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Ross

2 weeks ago

5 m Class B

1 night at Rail Trail Retreat

Great experience, perfect location on our route up north, site had everything we needed and host was very helpful!

J

Jisu

2 weeks ago

7 m Class A

With kids

1 night at Rail Trail Retreat

A beautiful, peaceful campsite with a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for a quiet getaway — we really enjoyed our stay.

H

Holly

2 weeks ago

6 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wynola Country Cousins

Camping at Wynola exceeded any expectations we had! Our site was completely private with a beautiful background of the remote countryside which made us feel like we were in our own world. There is so much wildlife and country to explore nearby. We did the 14 river crossings track and explored the falls nearby. Bernie was such an accomodating host and came to check in on us after we arrived. We would love to come back and check out the other sites ☺️

Anna

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wynola Country Cousins

Beautiful as usual -love the river bend and forest surrounds

K

Keayan

2 weeks ago

2 nights at Crystal Creek Rainforest Treehouse

Such a beautiful quite place to get away from it all, Aneta and Paul were awesome as I thought I’d booked for 3 nights but had only booked 2 and they were more then accomodating with letting us stay an extra night elsewhere on there property which we were beyond grateful for, would highly recommend staying here as it was so relaxing and peaceful.

Vassil

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Rail Trail Retreat

Booked a second site and as good as the other site “Lovely campsite with everything as described. We met the owners, who were very friendly. Highly recommend, and we would camp there again!”

Vassil

2 weeks ago

7 m Class B

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Rail Trail Retreat

Lovely campsite with everything as described. We met the owners, who were very friendly. Highly recommend, and we would camp there again!

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Nathan

2 weeks ago

6 m travel trailer

With pets

5 nights at Wynola Country Cousins

Beautiful little gem, flat ground and a lot of space. Didn’t see any other camping neighbours and the host were very lovely people and helpful when needed, we will be back and I encourage others to join or try this spot