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The best dog-friendly caravan sites near Encounter Bay
97% (1.8K) • 100 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Encounter Bay
Potters Hill Farm
1. Potters Hill Farm
100%
(11)
69km from Encounter Bay · 1 site · Tent, RV
A small family run organic farm with a Pinot vineyard, views over piccadilly valley, and fruit orchard. Set behind the beautiful Mt Lofty Ranges in the Adelaide Hills and only 20 minutes from the city.
Our farm has a Bernese Mountain Dog named Lotti, 6 chooks and a rooster.
Surrounded on one side by National Park and the other by vineyards and plenty of wineries, Summertown is a special place.
The next township is Uraidla, just a few minutes away, and has all the necessary needs (pharmacy, GP, pub, general store).
Within 10 minutes you can rock climb or go swimming in a fresh waterhole. It’s a beautiful part of the world.
A bottle of wine from vineyard can be arranged.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from
AU$146
/ night
Tilbrook Estate
2. Tilbrook Estate
94%
(16)
77km from Encounter Bay · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
We are a small vineyard, winery and cellar door set on 45 acres of land. It's mostly pasture with 7 acres of vineyard. Guests are welcome to park during the week in the cellar door carpark or on the South side of the cellar door. On weekends we have a grassed strip, 8 metres wide, between a vineyard block and a windbreak. Which overlooks the valley behind and distant hills to the front. Being self contained is essential. Our toilets are only accessible when the cellar door is open. On weekends guests are welcome to come for dinner on Friday or for lunch on Saturday or Sunday, and then stay overnight, so they can enjoy a few drinks without worrying about driving home!
Only one site can be used at a time ensuring hipcampers have the place to their own!
Water hookup
Potable water
Picnic table
from
AU$37
/ night
Gum Gully Heights, Rockleigh SA
3. Gum Gully Heights, Rockleigh SA
98%
(140)
79km from Encounter Bay · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
A GREAT WINTER CAMPING SPOT !
Gum Gully was the name of the gully where the original settlers met for local church worship under a large gum tree. This campsite is located Eastern Adelaide hills & adjacent to Lavender Federation Trail. Kangaroos can be seen at sunrise & at dusk.
Local article by Murray Valley Standard:
https://www.murrayvalleystandard.com.au/story/7833578/local-campsite-evolving-into-something-bigger/?cs=356
Campfires
Potable water
from
AU$31
/ night
BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park
4. BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park
83%
(3)
11km from Encounter Bay · 281 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Embrace the beauty of nature at BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park, where stunning ocean views welcome you each morning. Nestled between Victor Harbour and Middleton, BIG4 Port Elliot offers a wide range of accommodation options to suit your ideal holiday. Choose from cosy cabins, spacious campgrounds, and caravan sites for a stay that fits your preferences.
Spend your days exploring breathtaking beaches, perfect for activities like snorkeling at the famous Horseshoe Bay. Stroll along scenic trails or enjoy leisurely bike rides along Port Elliot’s striking coastlines. For those in search of a shopping fix, browse charming homeware stores and relax in stylish cafes along the way.
At BIG4 Port Elliot, we’ve got the perfect accommodation options for you. Picture yourself unwinding in one of our cosy cabins or villas, perfect for families or couples, or setting up camp right by the beach on our spacious powered and unpowered sites. Whether you’re after a relaxing escape or an adventure along the coast, we’ve got everything you need for a memorable holiday.
Toilets
Showers
Full hookups
from
AU$52
/ night
Drifting Sands Quarter Horses
5. Drifting Sands Quarter Horses
100%
(7)
19km from Encounter Bay · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Relax and unwind with beautiful picturesque panoramic views and the serenity of horse life. Powered and unpowered site available.
We are an active horse stud and training facility where you’re welcome to observe the wonders of horse behaviour and other natural wildlife.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Potable water
from
AU$37
/ night
97% (1.8K) • 100 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Encounter Bay
Potters Hill Farm
1. Potters Hill Farm
100%
(11)
69km from Encounter Bay · 1 site · Tent, RV
A small family run organic farm with a Pinot vineyard, views over piccadilly valley, and fruit orchard. Set behind the beautiful Mt Lofty Ranges in the Adelaide Hills and only 20 minutes from the city.
Our farm has a Bernese Mountain Dog named Lotti, 6 chooks and a rooster.
Surrounded on one side by National Park and the other by vineyards and plenty of wineries, Summertown is a special place.
The next township is Uraidla, just a few minutes away, and has all the necessary needs (pharmacy, GP, pub, general store).
Within 10 minutes you can rock climb or go swimming in a fresh waterhole. It’s a beautiful part of the world.
A bottle of wine from vineyard can be arranged.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from
AU$146
/ night
Tilbrook Estate
2. Tilbrook Estate
94%
(16)
77km from Encounter Bay · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
We are a small vineyard, winery and cellar door set on 45 acres of land. It's mostly pasture with 7 acres of vineyard. Guests are welcome to park during the week in the cellar door carpark or on the South side of the cellar door. On weekends we have a grassed strip, 8 metres wide, between a vineyard block and a windbreak. Which overlooks the valley behind and distant hills to the front. Being self contained is essential. Our toilets are only accessible when the cellar door is open. On weekends guests are welcome to come for dinner on Friday or for lunch on Saturday or Sunday, and then stay overnight, so they can enjoy a few drinks without worrying about driving home!
Only one site can be used at a time ensuring hipcampers have the place to their own!
Water hookup
Potable water
Picnic table
from
AU$37
/ night
Gum Gully Heights, Rockleigh SA
3. Gum Gully Heights, Rockleigh SA
98%
(140)
79km from Encounter Bay · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
A GREAT WINTER CAMPING SPOT !
Gum Gully was the name of the gully where the original settlers met for local church worship under a large gum tree. This campsite is located Eastern Adelaide hills & adjacent to Lavender Federation Trail. Kangaroos can be seen at sunrise & at dusk.
Local article by Murray Valley Standard:
https://www.murrayvalleystandard.com.au/story/7833578/local-campsite-evolving-into-something-bigger/?cs=356
Campfires
Potable water
from
AU$31
/ night
BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park
4. BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park
83%
(3)
11km from Encounter Bay · 281 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Embrace the beauty of nature at BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park, where stunning ocean views welcome you each morning. Nestled between Victor Harbour and Middleton, BIG4 Port Elliot offers a wide range of accommodation options to suit your ideal holiday. Choose from cosy cabins, spacious campgrounds, and caravan sites for a stay that fits your preferences.
Spend your days exploring breathtaking beaches, perfect for activities like snorkeling at the famous Horseshoe Bay. Stroll along scenic trails or enjoy leisurely bike rides along Port Elliot’s striking coastlines. For those in search of a shopping fix, browse charming homeware stores and relax in stylish cafes along the way.
At BIG4 Port Elliot, we’ve got the perfect accommodation options for you. Picture yourself unwinding in one of our cosy cabins or villas, perfect for families or couples, or setting up camp right by the beach on our spacious powered and unpowered sites. Whether you’re after a relaxing escape or an adventure along the coast, we’ve got everything you need for a memorable holiday.
Toilets
Showers
Full hookups
from
AU$52
/ night
Drifting Sands Quarter Horses
5. Drifting Sands Quarter Horses
100%
(7)
19km from Encounter Bay · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Relax and unwind with beautiful picturesque panoramic views and the serenity of horse life. Powered and unpowered site available.
We are an active horse stud and training facility where you’re welcome to observe the wonders of horse behaviour and other natural wildlife.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Potable water
from
AU$37
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Sarah
2 weeks ago
5 m car
James was a fantastic host at the Tilbrook Estate! He welcomed us when we arrives, gave great recommendations for the area, and gave us a heads up about the sunrise so we had the best view! Thank you James!!
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Wendy
3 weeks ago
12 m Class A
What a beautiful, welcoming stay we had at Tilbrook Estate. We stayed up among the vines near the water tank. James & Annabell were fantastic hosts, you may get a free coffee in the morning, have a chat after hours with James, they even offered to drop us back to our car at winery nearby after having an event there. Blackberries galore to pick if in season.
Beautiful views to wake up to, with sunsets too
Definitely will be back one weekend with friends to have lunch & a stay& we only live 40mins away
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Dawn
3 weeks ago
8 m travel trailer
A lovely quiet place in the hills for your overnight stay. Annabelle and James were very welcoming. We parked our caravan at the back of the car park as the cellar door was busy on arrival and went inside to enjoy a wine tasting and Tapas. The cellar door closes at 5pm so there was lots more space and we were offered other places to park up. We were happy at our current location and didn’t move as we had a lovely view of the hills. There are tables and lighting outside the venue which James left on for us so we could sit and take in the view during the evening.
Just one element to note is the drive into the property is up a short but very steep gravel road. Not a worry for us as my husband is a confident driver. We are towing a 19ft caravan.
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Stephen
January 2026
10 m travel trailer
Great stay, lovely outlook over the hills. Extremely peaceful, great spot to explore surrounding towns. Had a fantastic meal and bottle of wine on the Friday evening. Thanks for opportunity to stay.
Steve and Allison.
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Liam
January 2026
5 m car
Beautiful little quiet spot with magnificent views, James was amazing as host. Would definitely recommend!
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Ashley & Toby
January 2026
Tent
We had another lovely stay with Sarah and her family. They are warm, friendly and accomodating with great local advice.
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Eamon
January 2026
5 m car
Remarkable panoramic views and very accommodating hosts. Plenty of good spaces to simply put a swag or park a caravan.
Great spot to spend with friends and family.
Will definitely be back. 🙂
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David
January 2026
5 m car
Sarah and Paul are very nice hosts, very welcoming ! Bathroom, shower, power and peaceful spot in the vineyard. Very good communication. Highly recommended. We bought a delicious bottle of wine homemade . The town is lovely with pub and bakery.
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Lydia
January 2026
9 m travel trailer
With kids
We loved our week set up in the vineyards at Tilbrook Estate. There are a number of different sites to choose from, depending on your needs. James was very accommodating and helpful.
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Mathew
January 2026
9 m travel trailer
With kids
Great views from the sites at Tilbrook Estate with power points and available toilets making life a bit easier.
Definitely recommended place to stay
See moreAshley & Toby
December 2025
Tent
Sarah and family have a beautiful property set in a stunning location with lots to do! Sarah is so accommodating and has great local recommendations.
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Aimee
December 2025
9 m travel trailer
With pets
We absolutely loved our stay here. James and Annabelle are both delightful, the views are amazing and the site is private. When you stay, be sure to visit the Tilbrook Estate Cellar Door - both the food and the wines are sensational. Try the Reserve Shiraz if you enjoy red! The local village of Lobethal was great (good coffee; brewery etc) and a short drive to other beautiful spots.
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Lynda
December 2025
5 m travel trailer
Lovely views, very peaceful and great hosts. Parking is a little tricky with a larger van but worth the effort.
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Deborah
November 2025
8 m travel trailer
We recently stayed at Tilbrook Estate Vineyard. While the campground could have used a bit of a mow, the beautiful views from the campsite made up for it. Annabelle’s warm and welcoming manner set the tone for a lovely visit, and our meal at Pica Pica restaurant was an absolute highlight — incredible food paired with a delicious sangria that quickly became a favourite. Overall, the stunning setting, friendly hospitality, and fabulous dining made our stay truly worthwhile. 🍷✨
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Jenni
November 2025
6 m Class B
Really loved the quiet and the view from our spot. Also enjoyed sampling the beautiful wine with James. Highly recommend this location. 👍🏻
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Jordan
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Very friendly owners and great sites there is a lookout 3 quarters up the hill that would make for a beautiful camp but regardless it was very good
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Ben
October 2025
Tent
Great spot, nice and peaceful, owner Rob was super friendly. Would go back for sure.
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Jordan
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
It was a great place my first time going camping at a paid sure lovely hosts
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October 2025
Tent
With kids
Although the park was busy, its location and facilities were very convenient. The park is located between two busy coastal towns on a point with a quaint seaside village within a pushbike ride. The park was impeccably clean and facilities were in great condition with plenty of hot water. The land has access to two beaches and a small bluff to take in the sunset. Room for kids & dogs. Plenty of space to drive through for van and space for the car. Local town had some amazing venues and shops. Surf was plentiful with lots of local breaks. Didn’t really need to deal with the office so not sure on staff assistance. Great spot.
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Nichola
October 2025
11 m travel trailer
With pets
Where to start !
James and his wife were the perfect hosts. Nothing was too much trouble for them
Their wines are outstanding. Didn’t find a wine we didn’t like. The views from the winery were beautiful and it was lovely to have it all to ourselves at night.
Compliments to the chef.. his paella was amazing. Would be worth a trip back just to taste it
We had full use of their very clean toilets and a water tap was nearby.
We parked by the vines but if we went again during the week we would definitely take advantage of the pitch at the winery that has spectacular views
11/10 👏👏👏
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