The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Penguin, Tasmania

Penguin makes camping with pets easy, thanks to over 360 spots that welcome furry mates. You’ll find campsites tucked beside rivers and tucked into lush valleys, with options starting at just $10 a night—most average around $30. Dogs are welcome at sites like Sherwood River Camp (482 reviews), Blythe River Campground (424 reviews), and Cradle Mountain Fishery and Camping (285 reviews). You’ll get the basics sorted: toilets, showers, and spots for a campfire. Spend your days fishing, swimming in clear streams, or scrambling up boulders—all with your dog at your side. Most locals bring rubbish bags and keep leads handy; the wildlife here is curious. If you want a relaxed base for both you and your pet, Penguin delivers.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Penguin

Penguin makes camping with pets easy, thanks to over 360 spots that welcome furry mates. You’ll find campsites tucked beside rivers and tucked into lush valleys, with options starting at just $10 a night—most average around $30. Dogs are welcome at sites like Sherwood River Camp (482 reviews), Blythe River Campground (424 reviews), and Cradle Mountain Fishery and Camping (285 reviews). You’ll get the basics sorted: toilets, showers, and spots for a campfire. Spend your days fishing, swimming in clear streams, or scrambling up boulders—all with your dog at your side. Most locals bring rubbish bags and keep leads handy; the wildlife here is curious. If you want a relaxed base for both you and your pet, Penguin delivers.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Penguin

1. Latrobe Mersey River Caravan Park

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(5)

31km from Penguin · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

Located near Devonport, in Latrobe, this park offers accommodation options for motoring tourists. Being only 8 km upstream from the Melbourne Ferry dock the park features Pull-through Powered Sites for late arrivals and early departures along with a camp kitchen and amenities. No permanent residents, tourists and holiday makers only. No coins needed for showers. Free high speed unlimited Wi-Fi Visitors can enjoy the the peace of the beautiful gardens and park settings alongside the Mersey River, and also take advantage of the park’s proximity to the CBD. With fine dining, clubs, hotels, shopping, and more within walking distance, patrons can enjoy both natural surroundings and urban convenience. Use the 'Coastal Pathway' to either walk, run or cycle into Devonport or ride to the Wild Mersey mountain bike trail head. Take a 5 minute drive to the Devonport Country Club which is a state-of-the-art sporting and leisure facility with an 18 hole golf course. Cradle Mountain is 75klms.

2. The Gates of Heaven

95%

(20)

43km from Penguin · 7 sites · Tents, RVs

Escape to a bush retreat within this unique lifestyle property. Situated on almost 27 acres of bush, trees and wildlife. The Gates of Heaven’s boundary goes down and runs along the dasher river. Beulah is a small township on the north-west coast of Tasmania south of Devonport, Tasmania, under the foothills of Mount Roland, Tasmania. The closest town of consequence is Sheffield, Tasmania. The hamlet of Lower Beulah lies, perversely, higher up the foothills of Mount Roland, to the south of the main township.

3. Wombat Cottage

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61km from Penguin · 227 sites · Tents, RVs

Secluded property in central Northern Tasmania in the rolling hills of Frankford. We live on the property in our off-grid cottage and have plenty of room for self-sufficient campers. Our driveway is a 1.6 km tree-lined gravel road called Fergusons Road, so the property is very peaceful, only the abundant wildlife to share it with.

4. Wobbly Gate Estate

29km from Penguin · 8 sites · Lodging

Welcome to Wobbly Gate Estate! This is glamping with a side of real camping in the Tasmanian bush. Goats and sheep will stroll around and you have over 20 acres all to yourself to explore. We're located up a gravel road on the northwest coast, you won't find any other tourists here. Soak in the woodfired tub, under the blackwood tree. Cosy up to the wood fire, roasting marshmallows in your star Gazer yurt. A comfy queen bed and a backyard of adventure, it's a Tasmanian version of luxury camping. Our Yurt location is known as The Top Paddock - A Little Inside Information: Well in my opinion (and a few others) I am Living The Dream! I started living here permanently seven years ago, most of the property's out dwellings and the Cabin is built from recycled, reclaimed materials or been handed down. I am fully off the grid and in the process of trying to become self-sufficient. The water is pumped from a springfed dam and mostly gravity-ed. It's a little like McDonald's Farm, an array of birds and animals. There's an orchard, hothouse and a Raspberry patch which may be my favourite spot when they're fruiting. It really is an amazing lifestyle, peaceful, relaxing and rewarding. You should come see for yourself 😉

5. Japa Hill Farm and Animal Sanctuary

86%

(11)

43km from Penguin · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Camp out on our 25-acre farm and animal sanctuary in the fertile valley of Preolenna, in Tassie's lovely north-west. Here, we grow sunflowers, potatos and other vegetables. We enjoy welcoming guests to camp or to stay in one of our vacation rentals on the property. And guests love staying here! They particularly enjoy the meandering bush walks that lead to lakes and hidden waterfalls. Campers have access to power and excellent sweet and soft well water, as well as toilet facilities. Access for all types of vehicles is good, with plenty of space to turn around. This is a farm animal sanctuary so guests are asked to respect animals by not cooking them here. We appreciate your respect in this regard. Japa Hill makes for a safe base to explore the region, with Boat Harbour just 30 minutes drive away and Cradle Mountain two hours away. The Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal is just 74 minutes drive away.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Nick

April 2025

5 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Gates of Heaven

Peaceful setting and great firepit. Sandy was very helpful.

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Paul

April 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to The Gates of Heaven

Sandy’s Gates of Heaven truly lives up to its name. I was lucky enough to enjoy this beautiful property all to myself, and it was absolute bliss. The firepit added a perfect touch, and the trees sprinkled with soft lighting created a magical setting for stargazing and unwinding. Sandy was incredibly accommodating, and her attention to detail made the stay even more special. I couldn’t recommend this place more—already looking forward to my next visit!

Darren

March 2025

Tent

2 nights at The Gates of Heaven

The Gates of Heaven camp on private property is conveniently located only 10 minutes from the township of Sheffield. It is surrounded by thick bushland on a quiet road, which gives a feeling of solitude. The basic camper is provided with a fire pit, tables, chairs and seats, information sheets on the flora and fauna of the site and several options for parking and setting up camp. It was my first time solo camping, and this place worked well for me. Thanks Sandy!

Gaye

March 2025

7 m travel trailer

1 night at The Gates of Heaven

We found this a great location. We only stayed one night, but felt it’s a place we would return too. Great flat sites , quiet and peaceful yet still close to town if needed

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Kelly

March 2025

4 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to The Gates of Heaven

We enjoyed the relaxed peacefulness of this camp spot. Surrounded by bush and bird sounds. The Camo is close to the road but was quiet still. The weather was beautiful while we were there so we didn't take the opportunity to make use of the fire pit area provided. We enjoyed a wander around the property and explored some of the tracks. The camp is just a short drive to Sheffield, Railton, Kimberly and even Mole Creek which would make it a great base to explore the sites around the area.

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Ankur

February 2025

5 m car

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Gates of Heaven

It was serene and peaceful. Very good communication from the host and a brilliant location. Only 10 mins from Sheffield town. Loved the way it's designed to allow for privacy

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Chris

January 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Gates of Heaven

We loved the grassy camping area nestled among trees and ferns. It was a nice shady site for hot days. Water was available from the rainwater tanks and we had a wonderful evening around the firepit.