The best dog-friendly camping near Goolwa

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Camping with your pet in Goolwa means plenty of choice—over 290 sites welcome furry companions, so you won’t be stuck searching for a spot that suits both you and your animal mate. You’ll find everything from wide, grassy paddocks to bushland tucked behind sand dunes. Average prices hover around $45 a night, but you can snag a site for as little as $10 if you’re flexible. The best sites come with showers, toilets, and open space, making it easy to rinse off after a hike or let your dog roam. Locals love Noorla Farm (Happy Camping Ground) (253 reviews) for its relaxed vibe, while Harry’s Rockleigh Bush Camp (168 reviews) and Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay (136 reviews) get high marks for spacious sites and wildlife-spotting. Hiking trails, fishing spots, and plenty of wildlife sightings keep things interesting. Bring your pet, pack your gear, and settle in—Goolwa’s campsites are built for travellers who like four-legged company and a bit of adventure.

97% (1.8K) 134 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Goolwa

Potters Hill Farm

1. Potters Hill Farm

100%
(11)
66km from Goolwa · 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)
74km from Goolwa · 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)
76km from Goolwa · 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
Ashbrooke Lodge

4. Ashbrooke Lodge

2.7km from Goolwa · 1 site
Quiet country escape, 5 mins from the town of Victor Harbor and beautiful beaches. Explore Granite Island Recreation Park on foot for rugged shoreline views and wildlife, hike to coastal headlands at Newland Head Conservation Park, enjoy a scenic amble on the Victor Harbor Heritage Trail, or meet kangaroos and native animals at Urimbirra Wildlife Park—all just minutes from your stay and perfect for outdoor exploration.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
AU$115
 / night
BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park

5. BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park

83%
(3)
7.8km from Goolwa · 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

Camping with your pet in Goolwa means plenty of choice—over 290 sites welcome furry companions, so you won’t be stuck searching for a spot that suits both you and your animal mate. You’ll find everything from wide, grassy paddocks to bushland tucked behind sand dunes. Average prices hover around $45 a night, but you can snag a site for as little as $10 if you’re flexible. The best sites come with showers, toilets, and open space, making it easy to rinse off after a hike or let your dog roam. Locals love Noorla Farm (Happy Camping Ground) (253 reviews) for its relaxed vibe, while Harry’s Rockleigh Bush Camp (168 reviews) and Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay (136 reviews) get high marks for spacious sites and wildlife-spotting. Hiking trails, fishing spots, and plenty of wildlife sightings keep things interesting. Bring your pet, pack your gear, and settle in—Goolwa’s campsites are built for travellers who like four-legged company and a bit of adventure.

97% (1.8K) 134 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Goolwa

Potters Hill Farm

1. Potters Hill Farm

100%
(11)
66km from Goolwa · 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)
74km from Goolwa · 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)
76km from Goolwa · 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
Ashbrooke Lodge

4. Ashbrooke Lodge

2.7km from Goolwa · 1 site
Quiet country escape, 5 mins from the town of Victor Harbor and beautiful beaches. Explore Granite Island Recreation Park on foot for rugged shoreline views and wildlife, hike to coastal headlands at Newland Head Conservation Park, enjoy a scenic amble on the Victor Harbor Heritage Trail, or meet kangaroos and native animals at Urimbirra Wildlife Park—all just minutes from your stay and perfect for outdoor exploration.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
AU$115
 / night
BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park

5. BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park

83%
(3)
7.8km from Goolwa · 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

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