The best dog-friendly campgrounds in East Coast Tasmania

Looking to go camping with your pets on the East Coast of Tasmania? Look no further than Hipcamp, where you'll find over 800 options specifically tailored to pet-friendly camping in this stunning region. With options starting as low as $5 per night and an average price of $18 per night, you'll have plenty of affordable choices. Check out top campsites like Semaphore Farm (224 reviews), Craigbourne Estate (128 reviews), and Kanyini Camp (self contained only) (109 reviews) to see why they're so highly rated. Enjoy facilities like campfires, pet-friendly accommodations, and proper rubbish disposal. And don't forget to take advantage of the popular activities in the area, including wind sports, fishing, and biking. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near East Coast Tasmania

Looking to go camping with your pets on the East Coast of Tasmania? Look no further than Hipcamp, where you'll find over 800 options specifically tailored to pet-friendly camping in this stunning region. With options starting as low as $5 per night and an average price of $18 per night, you'll have plenty of affordable choices. Check out top campsites like Semaphore Farm (224 reviews), Craigbourne Estate (128 reviews), and Kanyini Camp (self contained only) (109 reviews) to see why they're so highly rated. Enjoy facilities like campfires, pet-friendly accommodations, and proper rubbish disposal. And don't forget to take advantage of the popular activities in the area, including wind sports, fishing, and biking. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near East Coast Tasmania

1. Woodleigh - where beach meets bush

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2 sites · Tents, RVs · Adventure Bay, TAS

Protected and peaceful creek-side camping, directly across the road from the stunning ocean beach. Explore the rock pools, stroll the pristine beach or walk to the top of the property for incredible panoramic views across to the Tasman Peninsula. In summer, graze on fresh berries and orchard fruits. Excellent value and location for families and groups holidaying together.

2. The Little Garden Farm Bruny Island

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6 sites · Tents, RVs · South Bruny, TAS

The Little Garden Farm is a small farm with a private and exclusive Campsite - The Woodlander. The Little Garden Farm is a 100-acre forest and pasture farm that we began improving in 2023. The property is located at the base of Bruny's Isthmus, enjoying cool sea breezes in summer and mild temperatures in winter. The Woodlander Campsite is set in our bottom forest paddock, next to a dam, with a seasonal winter creek. It is private and peaceful, with no other campers, houses, or nearby neighbours. We welcome travellers, with up to two vehicles, who are here to enjoy the peace and quiet (no parties please). The campsite has its own separate access, site toilet, solid picnic table and chairs, firepit and and is approximately 600 meters from where we live. Next to 70 acres of forest the location is great for birdlife, with many of Tassie's endemics around, and other wildlife abundant after dark. We are always happy to help with birding or wildlife tips! Based approx 5 minutes from Alonnah and 10 minutes from Adventure Bay, the "Woodlander" is central to so much of what Bruny Island has to offer.

3. Dragon River Campground

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2 sites · Tents, RVs · Branxholm, TAS

THIS SITE IS FULLY PRIVATE AND EXCLUSIVE! (You'll have the place to yourself). Located 1km outside Branxholm, upstream of the Ringarooma River is a 36-acre private business estate where you'll find your Hipcamp on a small, private, stretch of river frontage. This camp provides a scenic, quiet camp away from the chaotic crowd of a caravan park. Fires are permitted, and firewood is provided free of charge. Please be fully self-contained as there are no toilets or facilities. We ask that you don't wander around the property unless discussed with the owner.

4. Mangana Land camping

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1 site · Tent, RV · Mangana, TAS

This a small pocket of land (1600 sq. metres) in Mangana beside a forest that stretches all the way to Ben Lomand National Park. Walk up the hill, and see an old mine shaft part of the history of the area that was once bustling with a tin rush. Nearby is a small pond, and bit further (not on the block) a river where you can fish. Enjoy the beautiful colonial feel of the grassy paddock with golden sun rays over Ben Lomand plateau.

5. Fairview Farm Ringarooma Tasmania

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1 site · Tent, RV · Ringarooma, TAS

Our property runs beef and cultivates crops alongside the Ringarooma river, North East Tasmania. We often host mountain bike riders here to access the world-class trails at Derby. Nearby are many marked mountain trails, and numerous falls. Skiing is 1hr away in the winter. Our camping site is alongside cattle grazing paddocks and the Ringarooma river, and we offer one site only, to one group at a time, so it's yours exclusively. A toilet is available nearby. A gravel track descends to the river with a short steep bank preceding the flats. When the track reaches the river the camping site is just through the gate on the right. One gate and two wire gates may require opening on the way and these gates need to be closed again to prevent cattle from wandering. Electrical fencing is in use and alive - please be careful! Wood for your campfire is available to purchase, $15. I can supply fresh sourdough loaves $6 also fresh eggs $3perhalf doz, and fresh cows milk most of the year $5/2L. Fly fish for trout and cook over the coals for a treat. Welcome to bring your dog along, but please keep them under control.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Simon

3 days ago

17 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Dragon River Campground

Amazing and very private location.. would of loved to spend more time there.. great creek runs along the property with plenty to explore.. James was a great host. Will be back the next time we are in Tasmania

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Melissa

1 week ago

7 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Dragon River Campground

Awesome little spot on the river - doesn’t get better than this! Very quiet and secluded whilst only being 2 minutes from town. We spotted echidnas and a platypus. Kids had a go canoeing down the river. Booked one night but ended up staying two.

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Grant

2 weeks ago

7 m Class A

With kids

Weekend Trip to Woodleigh - where beach meets bush

Kathryn and Alex’s property is even more beautiful and peaceful than the pictures convey. The spot was perfect for us, very quiet, plenty of birds annd wallabies about, a babbling brook, and across the road from the beach with easy enough access to get to town. Kathryn and Alex are very welcoming hosts and even helped us get our vehicle out of a bit of bother. Will be sharing and recommending this great find with family and friends.

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Catherine

2 weeks ago

5 m pop-up camper

2 nights at Dragon River Campground

Dragon River Camp was beautiful. A flat great spot right on the river. The bird life was very abundant. Thanks James, we'll be back.

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Helen

3 weeks ago

12 m travel trailer

3 nights at Fairview Farm Ringarooma Tasmania

Great cleared camping spot with a fire pit by the river. Lovely produce we picked up when we arrived. Enjoyed spotting the resident platypus each evening.

Aimee

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Dragon River Campground

We loved this spot, beautiful by the river and some alpacas for neighbours. The fire drum and firewood provided made our night very comfortable. No luck on the trout, but maybe that’s just a good excuse to come back. Could genuinely spend a week here, going in and out seeing the sights around the area. Easy booking, easy directions, 5 star Hipcamp!!!

Myrtle Bridge - look out for trout in Resolution Creek and smile at the beautiful lichen-covered railing.

Judy

3 weeks ago

7 m Class B

With pets

2 nights at Woodleigh - where beach meets bush

We had the great pleasure of staying at Woodleigh for 2 nights. The spot was amazing . Beautiful grassed area next to a stream . Waves crashing just over the road. Lovely camp fire and beautiful gardens. Great place for our dog to roam and very close to the most beautiful beach. Only 2 campsites here so very private. Host was wonderful and welcomed us with her home made Berry jam and brought over firewood . This is a must stay. Don't miss it.

Julie

November 2025

9 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Dragon River Campground

Beautiful secluded spot right by the creek where we were lucky enough to see a platypus. Inquisitive alpacas. Loads of firewood provided and a very friendly welcoming host who guided us to the spot on arrival. We rode the Scottsdale Rail Trail which was nearby. We loved it here and wanted to stay longer.

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Anna

November 2025

5 m car

With pets

2 nights at The Little Garden Farm Bruny Island

Amazing location, loved that we had it all to ourselves! The hut and fireplace really sets it apart. Thank You!

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Stephen

November 2025

14 m travel trailer

1 night at Dragon River Campground

James was an excellent host, met us on arrival and ensured that we had plenary of firewood. Dragon River is one of those unique places of solitude and natural beauty. We had a great stay and couldn’t rate it highly enough.

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Kat

November 2025

3 m Class B

2 nights at Dragon River Campground

Beautiful and private, would highly recommend and stay again

Stephen

November 2025

6 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Fairview Farm Ringarooma Tasmania

We failed to follow the directions properly and ended up at Pauline's house. Pauline was friendly and helpful. The track to the campsite is downhill and at times tricky with a 17'6'' caravan but easily navigatable however 20' plus vans may find it challenging. The campsite is by the river and has a fire ring which we used. There is a portaloo further along from the campsite which we did not visit. When camping it is best to drive into the site then easily reverse out when leaving. The only downside to the campsite was that the grass was not cut and the long grass impeded access around the van.

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Laura

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Little Garden Farm Bruny Island

This space was so wonderfully private and peaceful. The hobbit hut really separates this space from others, and makes camping here even more special, and it’s helpful for keeping things dry overnight if needed. It’s a great location on the island, too. Highly recommend this beautiful spot!

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Shannon

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Fairview Farm Ringarooma Tasmania

this site is incredible! i felt very safe staying here solo, and secluded enough that it felt very private. the site is well maintained, the views all around are spectacular, and Pauline looked after me with lots of firewood! i fell in love with Ringarooma as well. would be an incredible summer spot - i’ll definitely be back!

Tori

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

With kids

3 nights at Woodleigh - where beach meets bush

Beautiful location, nice and quiet by the creek surrounded by greenery. Close to the beach with nice and friendly hosts.

Tori

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Woodleigh - where beach meets bush

Lovely green campsite by a trickling creek. Only a short walk to the beautiful beach. Our friendly hosts welcomed us with a jar of homemade jam.

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Blair

July 2025

5 m car

2 nights at Fairview Farm Ringarooma Tasmania

Great spot by the river . Peaceful and quiet . Fire Pit is a plus with free wood . Platypus doing its thing living it's best life .

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Katie

July 2025

11 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Fairview Farm Ringarooma Tasmania

Beautiful, peaceful and all to yourself right next to the Ringarooma River. Perfect spot to unwind and relax. Fantastic to have a portable toilet at camp and Pauline was very generous with the wood. Pauline's sourdough and honey were delicious and well priced. Looking forward to coming back in summer for a swim in the river.

Harry

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Little Garden Farm Bruny Island

5/5 stars. The woodlander is a great spot and being right in the middle of North and south bruny, the location was extremely convenient to all the attractions. The site itself was secluded and peaceful and the wood heater was very welcome on the winter nights when we stayed. The hobbit hut made cooking a breeze and was a handy add-on.

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Shane

June 2025

4 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to The Little Garden Farm Bruny Island

The camp ground was clean and very well laid out. It rained heaps whilst we were there but the site handled the weather without any issues. The fire was great and the hobbit hut was a nice dry spot with the wet weather. This is a very good winter camp ground. We can't wait to try it in the summer.