The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Palm Cove, Queensland

Camping with pets in Palm Cove gives you over 670 spots to choose from, so finding a place that welcomes your furry mate isn’t a hassle. Most sites sit within easy reach of rainforest trails and beaches, with pet-friendly rules that take the stress out of travel. Expect basics like toilets and showers, plus the option to light a campfire. Wildlife-watching is a daily event—think cockatoos overhead and wallabies at dusk. Swimming holes and horseback rides are common, and prices start as low as $10 a night, with most sites averaging around $30. For tried-and-tested favourites, check out Wally's Roost (159 reviews), The Billabong Kuranda (134 reviews), or Twitcher’s Hill (122 reviews) for campsites that locals return to year after year.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Palm Cove

Camping with pets in Palm Cove gives you over 670 spots to choose from, so finding a place that welcomes your furry mate isn’t a hassle. Most sites sit within easy reach of rainforest trails and beaches, with pet-friendly rules that take the stress out of travel. Expect basics like toilets and showers, plus the option to light a campfire. Wildlife-watching is a daily event—think cockatoos overhead and wallabies at dusk. Swimming holes and horseback rides are common, and prices start as low as $10 a night, with most sites averaging around $30. For tried-and-tested favourites, check out Wally's Roost (159 reviews), The Billabong Kuranda (134 reviews), or Twitcher’s Hill (122 reviews) for campsites that locals return to year after year.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Palm Cove

1. The Billabong Kuranda

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(234)

13km from Palm Cove · 25 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

The Billabong Kuranda is the perfect location for you to explore the surrounding tourism attractions of the Cairns, Kuranda and the Tablelands Region.Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. The Billabong is a campground and events venue sitting on 180 acres of pristine rainforest. We have two gorgeous self-contained tiny homes perched right above our namesake billabong, offering seclusion and comfort, 5 minutes away from the Rainforest village Kuranda.We have the perfect spot waiting for you when you return after a day of sight seeing! Our spacious campgrounds offer plenty of shady and sunny spots perfect for your next stay.The cabins feature a mezzanine level queen bedroom, a kitchenette with microwave, toaster and fridge, a completely open living space with fold out couch for additional guests and a private deck overlooking our beautiful billabong with outdoor shower/bathtub.Easily accessible through the campground entrance, once inside our cabin you will feel totally secluded from the rest of the world: it's just you, the trees and the birds.We have and impressive amount of fire pits around the property and you are welcome to use them throughout your entire stay!Relax and enjoy, we have plenty of space to accommodate your stay.See our friendly campground manager on arrival. See you soon at The Billabong Kuranda!

2. Little Mulgrave Holiday Camping

100%

(7)

42km from Palm Cove · 5 sites · Tents

Little Mulgrave river frontage with a beautiful swimming hole, lots of shady trees, wallabies and horses surround the property. Enjoy nature at its best bringing, peace and quiet on this beautiful private 28 acre property. Based 15 minutes from the nearest town and 30 minutes from Cairns City. Local pub Mountain View Hotel 5 minutes away. Campers are required to take all waste/rubbish and dispose of responsibly. In respect to neighbours and other campers quiet time is strictly between 10:00pm to 8:00 am. Only those campers booked in are allowed at camp site.

3. Waterview Birding Retreat Kimalo St

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(6)

56km from Palm Cove · 10 sites · Tents, RVs

Our campsites are on a private cattle property only 20 mintues west of Mareeba overlooking a beautiful dam with an amazing view of the Arriga Hills in the background. Enjoy the large variety of bird life on and around the water. Relax to the stunning sunsets and simply enjoy the piece and quite of our little slice of heaven. We offer 10 camp sites to suit self-contained campers who bring their own toilet/shower and water supply. No campfires and guests must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. Pets are welcome but are required to remain within your campsite and must be restrained during the night due to wildlife.

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4. Oaky Creek Camp

99%

(56)

63km from Palm Cove · 1 site · Tent, RV

Set in the stunning Oaky Valley and backing onto Oaky Creek, Wild Mango is a great place to stay. Want to wake up listening to running water and the birds singing? Then look no further. How it works... - One site available - Booking and price is for one vehicle/ camper trailer - Two vehicle limit - 6 Person limit - Booking for second vehicle can be made by contacting us directly. We live in a wildlife corridor and are dedicated to the preservation of the environment, please do not enquire about a third vehicle with extra people. The site is a lovely level grassy paddock with easy access and is exceptionally quiet with a fire pit and creek to relax in just feet away. Fresh free range eggs available on request. PLEASE NOTE: All campers must be fully self sufficient and bring a portable toilet and take all rubbish with them on departure. Drones and metal detectors are NOT permitted on the property. 25 mins to Mareeba and 30 mins to Atherton. A great place to switch off and recharge those batteries. Pets welcome - dogs can be off lead if well behaved. Due to the seasonal nature of the creek, the camp site will be available from December - May annually.

5. Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut

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(11)

26km from Palm Cove · 333 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

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.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Stephen

October 2025

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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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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Mc Laws

October 2025

5 m travel trailer

4 nights at Waterview Birding Retreat Kimalo St

The central dam is effectively the size of a small lake, creating an immediate and impressive bird habitat. We were lucky to watch Brolgas, jacannas, and other waterbirds feed and rest along its edges, offering excellent viewing. The retreat is incredibly peaceful but remains conveniently close to the amenities in Mareeba. This provides a perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility. Brook was a lovely host who gave excellent recommendations for local sightseeing. Highly recommended for a peaceful stay with great birdwatching.

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Euan

September 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to The Billabong Kuranda

Lovely setting and good clean facilities. And Freindly staff.

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Bethany

September 2025

4 m Class B

1 night at The Billabong Kuranda

The Billabong was a wonderful place to spend our first night in far North Queensland. It is beautiful and quiet, with lovely vibes at the bar/cafe with live music and delicious pizza.

Kaz

August 2025

6 m pop-up camper

5 nights at The Billabong Kuranda

The best stay of our long road trip. Location was amazing. The Billabong is so beautiful and relaxing. Wednesday pizza night is sensational.

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Casey

August 2025

5 m travel trailer

2 nights at The Billabong Kuranda

Gorgeous little billabong, we stayed here and travelled into cairns and Kuranda. Nice and quiet if you don’t like being in the heart of cairns away from the hustle and bustle

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Zornitsa

August 2025

8 m Class A

With kids

1 night at The Billabong Kuranda

Carmen was so polite and helpful, the camping was great for escape from the city life, the walk with Uncle Erl was really nice , he showed us the waterfalls and shared information about the djibugay customs and lifestyle. Also the pizza at the camping was delicious. I would definitely recommend staying at Billabong Kuranda and go to the pub/ cafe as the night we went it had live music and super cool atmosphere!

Sharon

August 2025

13 m travel trailer

3 nights at The Billabong Kuranda

Great place to stay, comfortable and friendly. Great pizza night on a Wednesday

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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

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Sarah

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Billabong Kuranda

It’s beautiful they have fun parties (a wedding on the night we stayed), maybe check this if wanting quiet. Decent showers and toilet - basic but fine Nice grass

We enjoyed our campfire well into the night

Ben

July 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Oaky Creek Camp

Great spot on the bank of the creek for the kids to explore! Super quiet and private. Emme was very accommodating and dropped in to say hello!

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Samantha

July 2025

4 m Class B

3 nights at The Billabong Kuranda

My first HipCamp experience was excellent at the Billabong. Arriving on Pizza night, I was off to an excellent start. Outlook was beautiful in every direction. Facilities were basic but adequate- it’s not the Ritz. Staff are so VERY kind and helpful but most importantly, the coffee is amazing. Chill, positive environment with bonus local Guinea fowl ❤️

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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.

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Dean

June 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Little Mulgrave Holiday Camping

A beautiful peaceful spot. Camp right on the creek, plenty of room. Friendly and welcoming hosts.

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Kashenka

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Little Mulgrave Holiday Camping

Fantastic! Will be back, Richard left us plenty of fire wood when we arrived which was awesome. Beautiful location

Jessica

June 2025

7 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Oaky Creek Camp

We had a lovely stay here. So quiet and private. Just a perfect spot to camp

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Tony

May 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Oaky Creek Camp

Only a little more than an hour from home is this great tranquil slice of heaven. Gracious host, Immaculate property, Spacious, Very private, Simply perfect… We will return again and again 😊

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Glynis

May 2025

5 m Class A

With pets

2 nights at Oaky Creek Camp

Lovely quiet peaceful camp area - large area near a creek. Close to sightseeing and local attractions. Emme and Mango are friendly and pleasant to talk to.