The best dog-friendly camping near Rapid Bay

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Rapid Bay draws pet lovers with over 270 pet-friendly campsites, many just steps from limestone cliffs and turquoise water. Most sites welcome dogs, and you’ll find campfires, toilets, and showers as standard. Fishing off the jetty or hiking the rugged coastline fills your days—locals swear the sunsets here are worth the wait. Nightly rates start at just $10, with an average around $45. Want tried-and-tested? Noorla Farm (Happy Camping Ground) (253 reviews) is known for generous hosts and plenty of space for pups to roam. Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay (136 reviews) sits close to the water and keeps things laid-back. For something tucked inland, Camp Toondilla (Clarendon SA) (62 reviews) has shaded bushland and easy wildlife-watching. Bring your lead, check the pet rules for each spot, and get ready for a campsite where tails wag just as much as campers do.

95% (1.2K) 124 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Rapid Bay

Potters Hill Farm

1. Potters Hill Farm

100%
(11)
80km from Rapid 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
SWAMPYS

2. SWAMPYS

100%
(3)
74km from Rapid Bay · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
A sand fire view with developing trees and native vegetation. We are 1km from. Lake Alexandrina. 1km from the township of Milang. Local wineries at Langhorne Creek and Currency Creek. 19 km to Strathalbyn, 30km to Goolwa and 45km to Victor Harbor. A lovely view of Mt Barker and the lower Lofty Ranges. We have 6 sites to choose from. Some walking trails being developed with more to come.. I have put bins out for you and put a tap on in the top corner for washing hands and dishes. Not for drinking. I have also got fire pits available for anyone who wants a fire. Some fire wood available, for a small fee.
Campfires
from 
AU$30
 / night
Kuntha La

3. Kuntha La

95%
(19)
57km from Rapid Bay · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
**Campground closed for maintenance until further notice ~ Apologies for inconvenience ** ‘Kuntha La’ - peaceful place… We are on the water’s edge at the junction of Currency Creek and The River Murray. Our property sits within the International Ramsar Wetlands. Come and enjoy the water birds, kangaroos, spectacular stargazing and wide open skies. Bring your kayaks, explore the waterways and experience the beautiful bird-life, including egrets, herons, harriers, black swans, pelicans, cormorants, moore-hens, ducks and more. Goolwa is at the mouth of the mighty Murray River and the entrance to beautiful Coorong National Park, so there’s plenty of places to explore. We are currently offering space for two self-contained campers. Please note that ALL CAMPERS MUST BE SELF-CONTAINED and LEAVE NO TRACE. There is public dump facility 5km away in South Goolwa. Grounds can be wet and soft during wet weather so please be mindful of your vehicle’s weight and ability to go through wet paddocks. Our property is approximately 4km from beautiful Goolwa township. Attractions include the Historic Steam Ranger Cockle Train which runs from Goolwa to Port Elliot and Victor Harbor each Sunday & Wednesday, and every day during school holidays. There are also a range of cafes, restaurants, galleries, and a distillery. Spirit of the Coorong cruises leave from Goolwa Wharf, where you can also board the historic Oscar W paddle steamer. Markets are held every Sunday at Jaralde Park adjacent to the Goolwa Wharf. For more information: - RAMSAR Wetlands https://www.dcceew.gov.au/water/wetlands/ramsar - Steam Ranger Trains https://www.steamrangerheritagerailway.org/our-trains/cockle-train/ - Spirit of the Coorong cruises https://www.spiritofthecoorong.com.au/ - Tourist Information https://www.visitalexandrina.com/
from 
AU$31
 / night
Ashbrooke Lodge

4. Ashbrooke Lodge

39km from Rapid Bay · 1 site · Lodging
Quiet country escape, 5 mins from the town of Victor Harbor and beautiful beaches.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
AU$115
 / night
Rose Cottage Caravan Rest

5. Rose Cottage Caravan Rest

100%
(1)
70km from Rapid Bay · 4 sites · RVs
Being on a farm surrounded by nature, with beautiful sunsets, rolling hills, and bushland is incredibly peaceful and rejuvenating. And having the amazing beach of Emu Bay just 10 minutes away adds even more to the charm of the location. It is a perfect blend of tranquility and natural beauty. Boer Goats and Australian White Sheep are the livestock we farm. At various times of the year we have baby goats and lambs, they are so adorable. There is also the opportunity to explore your creativity! Book a spot for the Charcoal and Chocolate workshops that we run at our art studio. Don't forget to check out the fine art prints, pottery and other unique items on display at the studio. It is sure to be a great experience! We welcome you to our farm to relax and enjoy.
from 
AU$37
 / night

Rapid Bay draws pet lovers with over 270 pet-friendly campsites, many just steps from limestone cliffs and turquoise water. Most sites welcome dogs, and you’ll find campfires, toilets, and showers as standard. Fishing off the jetty or hiking the rugged coastline fills your days—locals swear the sunsets here are worth the wait. Nightly rates start at just $10, with an average around $45. Want tried-and-tested? Noorla Farm (Happy Camping Ground) (253 reviews) is known for generous hosts and plenty of space for pups to roam. Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay (136 reviews) sits close to the water and keeps things laid-back. For something tucked inland, Camp Toondilla (Clarendon SA) (62 reviews) has shaded bushland and easy wildlife-watching. Bring your lead, check the pet rules for each spot, and get ready for a campsite where tails wag just as much as campers do.

95% (1.2K) 124 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Rapid Bay

Potters Hill Farm

1. Potters Hill Farm

100%
(11)
80km from Rapid 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
SWAMPYS

2. SWAMPYS

100%
(3)
74km from Rapid Bay · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
A sand fire view with developing trees and native vegetation. We are 1km from. Lake Alexandrina. 1km from the township of Milang. Local wineries at Langhorne Creek and Currency Creek. 19 km to Strathalbyn, 30km to Goolwa and 45km to Victor Harbor. A lovely view of Mt Barker and the lower Lofty Ranges. We have 6 sites to choose from. Some walking trails being developed with more to come.. I have put bins out for you and put a tap on in the top corner for washing hands and dishes. Not for drinking. I have also got fire pits available for anyone who wants a fire. Some fire wood available, for a small fee.
Campfires
from 
AU$30
 / night
Kuntha La

3. Kuntha La

95%
(19)
57km from Rapid Bay · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
**Campground closed for maintenance until further notice ~ Apologies for inconvenience ** ‘Kuntha La’ - peaceful place… We are on the water’s edge at the junction of Currency Creek and The River Murray. Our property sits within the International Ramsar Wetlands. Come and enjoy the water birds, kangaroos, spectacular stargazing and wide open skies. Bring your kayaks, explore the waterways and experience the beautiful bird-life, including egrets, herons, harriers, black swans, pelicans, cormorants, moore-hens, ducks and more. Goolwa is at the mouth of the mighty Murray River and the entrance to beautiful Coorong National Park, so there’s plenty of places to explore. We are currently offering space for two self-contained campers. Please note that ALL CAMPERS MUST BE SELF-CONTAINED and LEAVE NO TRACE. There is public dump facility 5km away in South Goolwa. Grounds can be wet and soft during wet weather so please be mindful of your vehicle’s weight and ability to go through wet paddocks. Our property is approximately 4km from beautiful Goolwa township. Attractions include the Historic Steam Ranger Cockle Train which runs from Goolwa to Port Elliot and Victor Harbor each Sunday & Wednesday, and every day during school holidays. There are also a range of cafes, restaurants, galleries, and a distillery. Spirit of the Coorong cruises leave from Goolwa Wharf, where you can also board the historic Oscar W paddle steamer. Markets are held every Sunday at Jaralde Park adjacent to the Goolwa Wharf. For more information: - RAMSAR Wetlands https://www.dcceew.gov.au/water/wetlands/ramsar - Steam Ranger Trains https://www.steamrangerheritagerailway.org/our-trains/cockle-train/ - Spirit of the Coorong cruises https://www.spiritofthecoorong.com.au/ - Tourist Information https://www.visitalexandrina.com/
from 
AU$31
 / night
Ashbrooke Lodge

4. Ashbrooke Lodge

39km from Rapid Bay · 1 site · Lodging
Quiet country escape, 5 mins from the town of Victor Harbor and beautiful beaches.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
AU$115
 / night
Rose Cottage Caravan Rest

5. Rose Cottage Caravan Rest

100%
(1)
70km from Rapid Bay · 4 sites · RVs
Being on a farm surrounded by nature, with beautiful sunsets, rolling hills, and bushland is incredibly peaceful and rejuvenating. And having the amazing beach of Emu Bay just 10 minutes away adds even more to the charm of the location. It is a perfect blend of tranquility and natural beauty. Boer Goats and Australian White Sheep are the livestock we farm. At various times of the year we have baby goats and lambs, they are so adorable. There is also the opportunity to explore your creativity! Book a spot for the Charcoal and Chocolate workshops that we run at our art studio. Don't forget to check out the fine art prints, pottery and other unique items on display at the studio. It is sure to be a great experience! We welcome you to our farm to relax and enjoy.
from 
AU$37
 / night

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