The best dog-friendly caravan campgrounds near Malanda, Queensland

98% (2234 reviews)

If you're looking for a camping experience near Malanda, Queensland with your furry friends, Hipcamp offers over 900 caravan options for you to choose from. With options starting as low as $5 and an average price of $25 per night, you can find the perfect spot that fits your budget. Top campsites like Mossman "Tati farm" stay (223 reviews), Wally's Roost (98 reviews), and Newell Beach Farm Stay (96 reviews) have proven to be popular choices among campers. Popular amenities like pet-friendly areas, rubbish disposal, and showers are available. You can also enjoy activities such as hiking, fall fun, and historic site visits.

Popular camping styles for Malanda

Top-rated campgrounds

98% (2234 reviews)

If you're looking for a camping experience near Malanda, Queensland with your furry friends, Hipcamp offers over 900 caravan options for you to choose from. With options starting as low as $5 and an average price of $25 per night, you can find the perfect spot that fits your budget. Top campsites like Mossman "Tati farm" stay (223 reviews), Wally's Roost (98 reviews), and Newell Beach Farm Stay (96 reviews) have proven to be popular choices among campers. Popular amenities like pet-friendly areas, rubbish disposal, and showers are available. You can also enjoy activities such as hiking, fall fun, and historic site visits.

Popular camping styles for Malanda

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Cairns South Camp Spots

100%

(5)

37km from Malanda · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Gordonvale, QLD

MUST BE SELF - CONTAINED CAMPERS (meaning you will need your own facilities and utilities like water, shower, toilet, solar). We can cater to CARS, TENTS, CAMPER TRAILERS, ROOF-TOP TENTS, VANS, MOTORHOMES. Level grassy spots, cool breezes, rural views, quiet, on private acreage that offer safe and secure overnight camping within 5 mins of shops, supermarket, laundrette, post office, medical facilities. LOCATION 20 klms south of Cairns and just 1 klm WEST of the new Bruce Hwy, mid-way between Edmonton and Gordonvale. 4 klms south of the campspot is the Gillies Hwy at Gordonvale to take you to the glorious Atherton Tablelands (Malanda, Millaa Millaa). 20 klms north begin the tourist destinations of Kuranda, Green Island, Fitzroy Island and Northern Beaches of Palm Cove, Trinity Beach and Port Douglas, the Daintree World Heritage Rainforests and Great Barrier Reef.

2. Mena Creek River Retreat Camp

98%

(125)

52km from Malanda · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · Germantown, QLD

Our campsites are on a private horse property with pristine creek access and a beautiful spring. We are dog friendly.Enjoy beautiful grassed areas overlooking the property, or down by the creek, accessible to all campers.Please note that property access is generally suited to 4WDs, with some areas ok if you're towing a camping trailer with high clearance. Please check with us if unsure or if the weather has not been favourable.Please be mindful of our neighbours when driving to our property as there is a short distance of dirt, please drive slow not to kick up dust past the neighbouring houses. When you arrive at our property please be mindful of small children and animals roaming the grounds. There are pristine creek views from most of the camp sites, meaning you will be waking to the lovely sound of running water. There is also a beautiful spring for swimming. We are dog friendly, and can offer pet sitting. We ask you to please text us your arrival times the night before you are coming to make sure your arrival time will suit and to check on the weather for access.Children under 7 stay for free.

3. Burraview

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(1)

8.7km from Malanda · 1 site · RV · Yungaburra, QLD

Welcome to Yungaburra city farm camp grounds. Located only 400m from the centre of Yungaburra. # We only accept fully self contained caravans and rvs. # We provide no facilities. # Flat and open or shady sites around a group of trees. # $30 per night per vehicle. Cash only Address is 30 Beech st, Yungaburra. Please follow the number 30 and find a suitable parking area near the trees, please stick to the mowed areas only. Self checkin from midday. We will call around and collect cash only payment each night at 5pm. Maximum stay is one week. Lovely paddock and outlook to park your camper and in a location that is so close to all that the Yungaburra village has to offer: Platypus walk on the corner, pub, markets on the corner, supermarket open everyday, pharmacy, post office and multiple dining options all within a short walk. If you love waking from your camp and exploring a beautiful little town village; then you have to camp here! Firewood available to purchase.

4. Wildside camp retreat Mission Beach

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73km from Malanda · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Maria Creeks, QLD

Wildside Camp Retreat — Rainforest & Reef Escape Tucked away in a clearing surrounded by rainforest just minutes from the reef and the Tully River, Wildside Camp Retreat offers a peaceful base to camp, unwind, and explore. A freshwater creek flows gently through the property, bordered by palms and beautifully maintained green lawns — the perfect setting to relax or set up camp. Wake to the sounds of birdsong, wander beneath tropical palms, and keep an eye out for cassowaries and wallabies that often pass through. With easy access to Mission Beach, Dunk Island, and the Tully Gorge, this private spot is ideal for adventurers, families, and travellers seeking a true North Queensland nature escape. Facilities are simple and rustic, making it best suited for self-sufficient campers. Whether you’re here for rafting, island hopping, or simply relaxing by the creek, Wildside Camp Retreat is your gateway to rainforest and reef. Bitumen road to the gate with flat, easy access to your campsite.

5. Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut

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45km from Malanda · 333 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Cairns, QLD

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.

Stories from the community

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Michael

2 weeks ago

5 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Wildside camp retreat Mission Beach

Allan was a wonderful host, the site is fantastic, clean and well maintained. Wildlife is close to Mission Beach which makes it an awesome bascamp for exploring the region and all its offerings. The wildlife was plentiful with wallabies and lots of birds. Put this one high on your list if you’re looking for a quiet Basecamp retreat for exploring the Cassowary Coast.

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Stephen

2 weeks ago

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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Liz

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

1 night at Wildside camp retreat Mission Beach

We were Allans first hipcampers and loved his property. Fantastic campsite, close to Mission Beach and surrounded by rain forest. Excited to see a Cassowary dad with 2 chicks 😁 Would thoroughly recommend this campsite.

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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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Peter

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mena Creek River Retreat Camp

We really enjoyed our stay here. The property is beautiful, with a lovely creek and plenty of space to explore. We especially liked the cows wandering past our site in the late afternoon – they made for very welcome company. The campsites are well spaced apart, so it felt private and peaceful (we really saw or heard other campers). Everything was very well maintained and the host was warm and welcoming. Highly recommend!

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Guy

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mena Creek River Retreat Camp

Great spot. Private sites and a lot of wildlife and fishing opportunities.

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Gregor

August 2025

8 m Class B

With kids

1 night at Cairns South Camp Spots

Very lovely hosts providing a quiet space on a very spacious property just south of Cairns. Would always go back with my family.

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Leanne

August 2025

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Cairns South Camp Spots

We loved staying at the site, was great and hosts were very welcoming. Was much better than being squeezed into the caravan parks. Would definitely stay again, thanks Gale

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Gloria

August 2025

9 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Burraview

Picture perfect spot on lovely mowed grass and very friendly hosts.

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Julia

July 2025

Tent

2 nights at Mena Creek River Retreat Camp

Great location, very peaceful surroundings. The stream for swimming was a highlight.

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Lili

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mena Creek River Retreat Camp

Great camp spot! Private, well maintained and a short walk to a clear creek for a cool off. Our aussie shepherd had the time of his life aswell! Highly recommend

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Vicki

July 2025

9 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Cairns South Camp Spots

Exceptional private property surrounded by hills and sugar cane farmland. Plenty of room to spread out on beautifully manicured grounds with electricity hook up only. No amenities. Easy drive to Cairns CBD, 20 mins. Host very accommodating, gave exact directions/info once booked. Definitely recommend and will revisit if in the area.

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Dale

July 2025

9 m travel trailer

12 nights at Cairns South Camp Spots

Great place to camp up at for a few days. Serene, lovely grass, plenty of birds singing, beautiful surrounds and Gale and Burt are lovely hosts.

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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

Tracey

July 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Mena Creek River Retreat Camp

Awesome private bush camp! We loved this place spotted some big barra n jungle perch in the river and a super cute echidna, our 16ft caravan n 4wd made it in easy. Wouldnt recommend if its wet as its a steep drive down n out and would suggest talking to Rowan if in doubt who is a awesome host.

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Paty

July 2025

4 m Class B

2 nights at Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut

If you like one site over another and no privacy whatsoever, then this is a place for you. Clean showers and toilets. Nice happy hour with live music at the restaurant.

Eric

June 2025

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Cairns South Camp Spots

Very peaceful and the grounds are immaculate. Great hosts

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Jamaiya

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mena Creek River Retreat Camp

My fiancé and I will definitely be back. This camping ground is truely magical and it was the perfect escape! Would highly recommend.

Prue

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mena Creek River Retreat Camp

Camping here was absolutely wonderful! Host was helpful, happy and chatty. Beautiful piece of land with no one nearby! Loved the cows roaming throughout the paddock and the spectacular views!

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Louis

April 2025

5 m Class B

2 nights at Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut

Great campsite with a lovely view, the facilities were immaculate. Had no struggles sleeping with a lovely shared kitchen area, all round great trip for friends and famliy.