The best dog-friendly caravan campgrounds near McLaren Vale, South Australia

Experience the beauty of nature near McLaren Vale, South Australia with over 650 available caravan camping options that are pet-friendly on Hipcamp. Enjoy a range of popular amenities such as rubbish bins, toilets, and cooking equipment, and take part in activities like fishing, swimming, and boating. Prices start as low as $8 per night, with an average of $15 per night. Take your pick from top-rated campsites such as Edgehill Farm Stays (265 reviews), Tarlee - Serenity (194 reviews), or Breakaway Farmstay (158 reviews) and get ready to immerse yourself in the great outdoors.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Experience the beauty of nature near McLaren Vale, South Australia with over 650 available caravan camping options that are pet-friendly on Hipcamp. Enjoy a range of popular amenities such as rubbish bins, toilets, and cooking equipment, and take part in activities like fishing, swimming, and boating. Prices start as low as $8 per night, with an average of $15 per night. Take your pick from top-rated campsites such as Edgehill Farm Stays (265 reviews), Tarlee - Serenity (194 reviews), or Breakaway Farmstay (158 reviews) and get ready to immerse yourself in the great outdoors.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. BIG4 Normanville Jetty Holiday Park

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33km from McLaren Vale · 87 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Normanville, SA

Perfectly positioned between the sea and the scenic hills of the Fleurieu Peninsula, BIG4 Normanville Jetty Holiday Park offers a relaxed coastal escape just over an hour from Adelaide. With the beach at your doorstep and charming wine country nearby, it’s an ideal base for your next getaway. Whether you’re here to swim, fish, explore nearby walking trails, visit local wineries or simply soak up the laid-back coastal vibe, we have everything you need. Our park features a range of accommodation options, powered and unpowered sites, modern amenities, BBQ areas, and a camp kitchen to make your stay comfortable and carefree. Our executive cabins were built new in 2022, blending modern comfort with coastal charm. Alongside our original one and two-bedroom budget cabins, we have options to suit couples, families, and groups. Our caravan and camping sites are thoughtfully positioned amidst sandhills and trees, providing a natural shield from the elements. Whether powered or unpowered, they’re spacious, shady, and made for easy beachside camping.

2. Tilbrook Estate

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44km from McLaren Vale · 1 site · RV · Lobethal, SA

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. 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!

3. The Old Middleton Winery

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31km from McLaren Vale · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Middleton, SA

Kickback and relax far enough out of town that no one will bother you and also still be closer enough to duck to the shops for milk. We'd love people to come an enjoy our little farm 6km out the back of Middleton, SA. There are no facilities, power or access to water available but for anyone self contained you'll love it. We can offer you farm fresh EGGS pretty cheap though for breakfast. Check in from time from 1.00pm, but touch base if your'e early, we'll stretch for for you. Super close to some of the best beaches in the state. Middleton for surfing 🏄 Goolwa for fishing 🎣 Port Elliot for swimming 🏊‍♀️ Rates include you getting to hang out with the horse (Nick) who love a stray carrot or 10 and our beautiful sheep including Kevin (the white sheep of the family, you'll get the joke when you meet him) We do allow dogs on leads as long as they are ok with animals. Campfires permitting (depending on local fire restrictions). Scroll down for Map of location.

4. YR Station

58km from McLaren Vale · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · Rockleigh, SA

Escape to the wide-open beauty of Y R Station, a remote outback retreat on a historic pastoral property in South Australia. Set against vast plains and endless skies, this camp offers a genuine taste of station life — perfect for those seeking peace, solitude, and a connection with the land. At Y R Station, you’ll feel the freedom of wide horizons. The campsite invites you to slow down, sit by a campfire under brilliant stars, and immerse yourself in the quiet rhythms of nature. Wildlife may visit, and the landscape shifts with the light, giving you a front-row seat to the raw beauty of the outback. Whether you’re arriving in a 4WD, towing, or backpacking in, you’ll find space to spread out and set up camp. This is not just a stopover; it’s a place to rest deeply, reflect, and recharge far from city noise. Basic amenities are available, and camping is low-impact to preserve the pristine environment. For adventurers and explorers, Y R Station is a gateway. Head out on station tracks, walk naturally across the scrub, or simply explore the land quietly by foot. Sunset and sunrise feel monumental here, with sweeping views and soft light that lingers. At night, the darkness is real: no bright lights to dilute the Milky Way — just the constellations, your fire, and a gentle breeze. This makes it a magical spot for star gazing or quiet contemplation. Come to Y R Station to experience the outback at its most honest: raw, peaceful, and unforgettable. It’s a rustic retreat for wild hearts and still souls alike.

5. Potters Hill Farm

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33km from McLaren Vale · 1 site · Tent, RV · Uraidla Summertown, SA

A small family run certified 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 ducks, 4 chooks, and a cat named Alfie. Surrounded on one side by National Park and the other by vineyards and plenty of wineries. The next township is 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.

Stories from the community

Zero net carbon cellar door front. We export three times the amount of electricity we use. We designed the building to be energy efficient.

Deborah

1 week ago

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Tilbrook Estate

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

1 night at Tilbrook Estate

Really loved the quiet and the view from our spot. Also enjoyed sampling the beautiful wine with James. Highly recommend this location. 👍🏻

Nichola

October 2025

11 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Tilbrook Estate

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 👏👏👏

Gabby

September 2025

6 m travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Potters Hill Farm

Absolutely gorgeous property and incredibly welcoming family Would 100% recommend!

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Melissa

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Tilbrook Estate

We loved our stay at Tilbrook Estate. James was very helpful and friendly. The view over the vineyards was beautiful

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Judi

April 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Old Middleton Winery

Easy to find, really large area with trees for cover & views for miles. Lovely meeting the very friendly Nick the horse & Kevin the sheep, they loved the carrots we packed for them. Only one other group while we were there, so it was lovely & quiet.

Trevor

April 2025

6 m travel trailer

2 nights at The Old Middleton Winery

I loved the fact that we were with nature...stars above and so quiet. The host was friendly and informative and I would definitely stay there again

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Seth

April 2025

7 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Potters Hill Farm

We lived our stay at Sarah and Paul’s farm! Thanks for your warm hospitality- a great spot to explore Adelaide or just chill. Highly recommend 😃

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Abbey

March 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Old Middleton Winery

Very easy to navigate and a lovely family running it

Nichola

March 2025

18 m travel trailer

With pets

6 nights at The Old Middleton Winery

This is a beautiful site Totally secluded, quiet and peaceful. A fantastic location that is ideal for Goowla, Middleton , Victor Harbor and Encounter Bay Shannon is a wealth of knowledge and very hospitality. Well worth a visit

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Alistair

March 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Potters Hill Farm

We loved camping here. Sarah and the family made us feel so welcome and our kids loved playing with theirs. Absolutely beautiful location. Facilities were top notch and everything was super easy. Our best Hipcamp experience yet. Thank you!

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BRENTON

March 2025

12 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to The Old Middleton Winery

Hi Guys, great location, easy access, love the paddock layout great open space. If you need shade there’s trees to park by. If you have kids there’s a horse which loves carrots, also 2 sheep and ducks.

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Mark

March 2025

5 m Class B

Group trip

1 night at The Old Middleton Winery

Lovely place to camp. Very quite. Great base camp for Horseshoe Bay

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Georgina

March 2025

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to The Old Middleton Winery

This was our first time using Hipcamp and we are so glad we chose Shannon’s property for our first HC experience. Shannon was very hospitable, relaxed and welcoming. His sidekick Salty was such a lovely Dog who would fetch a thrown stick all day! Would definitely recommend this Hipcamp without hesitation!

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Gargi

March 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Potters Hill Farm

I loved the camping at Sarah's farm. It's quiet with beautiful views.

J

March 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Old Middleton Winery

Great little spot. Close to Goolwa and Port Elliott, lots of space and really pretty. Would definitely go back.

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Helen

March 2025

8 m travel trailer

With kids

3 nights at The Old Middleton Winery

Great spot to explore Goolwa, Middleton, Port Elliot & Victor Harbour. Shannon was very accommodating & helpful. We had a lovely time and our boys loved feeding the horse & sheep 😍😍

Nichola

March 2025

18 m travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at The Old Middleton Winery

Absolutely fantastic spot. Quiet and peaceful. Our dogs loved it. Fantastic location.. close to everything but far enough away from the crowds Can’t wait to return

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Toan

January 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Old Middleton Winery

Such a chill and clean campsite with tons of space, and the best host ever. You'll wake up to the beautiful sounds of birds, horses, sheep, and more – it’s the perfect peaceful getaway!

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Louise

January 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to The Old Middleton Winery

Shannon was very nice and greeted us when we arrived. And he was very quick to respond to my messages. The area was cleared and open, but there’s plenty of space for everyone.