The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Balwyn, Victoria

Looking for the perfect camping experience in the scenic Balwyn, Victoria area of Australia? Hipcamp has you covered with over 1,000 options to choose from! Whether you prefer a cosy cabin, a spacious caravan site, or a secluded tent spot, you'll find it here. With an average price per night of $58 and options as low as $10, there's something for every budget. Check out some of our top-rated campsites, like Rodborough Vale (514 reviews), Shacks at Kardella Park (328 reviews), and Iron Brook Donkey Farm (381 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and pet-friendly spaces. And for the adventurous, indulge in activities like horseback riding, whitewater paddling, and hiking. Start planning your camping getaway now!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for the perfect camping experience in the scenic Balwyn, Victoria area of Australia? Hipcamp has you covered with over 1,000 options to choose from! Whether you prefer a cosy cabin, a spacious caravan site, or a secluded tent spot, you'll find it here. With an average price per night of $58 and options as low as $10, there's something for every budget. Check out some of our top-rated campsites, like Rodborough Vale (514 reviews), Shacks at Kardella Park (328 reviews), and Iron Brook Donkey Farm (381 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and pet-friendly spaces. And for the adventurous, indulge in activities like horseback riding, whitewater paddling, and hiking. Start planning your camping getaway now!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Foxes Den

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68km from Balwyn · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · Wallington, VIC

Quiet and secluded old farm property located on the acclaimed Bellarine Peninsula. Experience the best of both worlds, a rural setting that is centrally located should you wish to explore what the local area has to offer. Only 5km from Ocean Grove Main Beach and a gateway to numerous wineries. This is an Off-the-grid site (no power or toilets). All camp sites are visible to one another with adequate space in between to ensure privacy. Pet friendly with campfire wood provided.

2. Galea Ranch

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(108)

75km from Balwyn · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Taggerty, VIC

Across the road we have little fresh creek, fire pit and seats, with State park you will be in touch with nature surrounded by Wallabies, Deer and Native birds, and at night Little Sugar Gliders and much more. What to do: Mountain Bike riding Horseback riding/ Can use our horse yards Fresh water fishing/ The Acheron River 3mins up the road Snow Skiing /Lake Mountain 25mins away 4X4 Driving Bushwalking/Hiking Boating/Water Skiing/Fishing - Lake Eildon 30mins away Wild life watching Dirt Bike Riding Waterfalls/ Stevenson's Falls 17mins away. It's perfect to escape from the city rush and to get in touch with nature. You also have the beautiful Cathedral Mountain you can sit and watch the sunset on the rocks or The Acheron River to fish the fresh Rainbow trout or brown trout. And off season try your luck on the Redfin. You won't be disappointed. For the Hipcampers we do provide outside toilet, and the outdoor shower soon to be finished. FUTURE PLANS : Outdoor kitchen/ BBQ area. : More Camping Areas set into the bushland.

3. Cannavale Farm Stay

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(14)

66km from Balwyn · 5 sites · RVs · Bunyip North, VIC

‘Cannavale’ is a working beef cattle property with quiet cattle, horses and farm dogs. Situated less than 2 minutes off the Princes Freeway on a “No through Rd” our farm stay offers a safe secluded spot to park up overnight or to stay a little longer to check out local attractions. Cannavale farm stay offers a great spot to escape the ‘busy’ of city life for awhile. Go for a walk down a quiet country road, walk through the open grassy paddocks amongst the cows or sit and admire the beautiful Gippsland countryside, the options are endless! ‘Cannavale’ offers a variety of pet friendly camping, caravan/RV sites in an easy access open style camping area of approximately 2acres, with minimal levelling needed to setup for your stay. An open grassy area has been fenced off to offer what we feel is some of the most picturesque views of our property with stunning views of Mt Cannibal and across the valley to the Baw Baw ranges. Stay with us to experience our peaceful farm lifestyle while enjoying the magnificent valley views to Mount Cannibal, Bunyip State Forrest and beyond. Sit quietly with a drink while watching the sunset over the dam to the beautiful Bunyip State Forest in the distance - breathtaking! Also central to many local eateries and tourist attractions such as Gumbya World, the old Garfield Picture Theatre, Sherwood Park Orchard and Cafe, Cannibal Creek Winery, Cannibal Creek Bakery in Garfield and Soul Sisters Cafe in Longwarry to name a few. Lots to explore in this gorgeous part of West Gippsland! To top off a great time outdoors we offer 3 of Australia’s best butcher shops all within 10 minutes drive. Nothing tastes better on the BBQ than locally sourced grass fed beef. Just ask Craig the “BBQ Boss”. You’ll have everyone wanting to join you! *Horse Riding friends - Cannavale is also located within easy driving distance to Bunyip State Forrest(15mins), Nangara Reserve(15mins) and Tonimbuk Equestrian Center(5mins). Please ask for more details of places to ride if this is for you. For your convenience Bunyip IGA and Bunyip train station are also located within a short drive. Craig and myself (Shelly) look forward to seeing you soon and hope you enjoy your stay.

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4. Warburton Holiday Park

57km from Balwyn · 177 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Warburton, VIC

**Please note that our office is closed on Christmas Day (25 December), and we do not accept arrivals or departures on this date. Any bookings made with a check-in or check-out on 25 December will be cancelled. Thank you for your understanding.** Warburton Holiday Park is working to become a premier camping, caravan and holiday destination in the Yarra Valley. Only a 75km scenic drive from the heart of Melbourne, it offers a variety of accommodation options, with acres of camp grounds, caravan sites, self-contained cabins and villas, BBQ facilities, as well as a children’s playground and water-play park. All within a unique setting beside the flowing waters of the Yarra River, nestled in amongst spectacular Australian bush surrounds. On early morning walks, you might spy the elusive native platypus or enjoy floating along the 1 kilometer river frontage on a lilo, or fishing for a trout while your children play ball sports in the sunshine. There are a range of local walking trails, bike trails and activities for the whole family. Situated only 1.5 kms from the heart of the Warburton township, this historic town is a gateway to all that the Yarra Valley region has to offer. Come and visit us today to see for yourselves.

5. Summerhill Vineyard

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(149)

49km from Balwyn · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Yarra Junction Wesburn, VIC

Welcome to Summerhill Vineyard! Pitch your tent or park your camper on a private, elevated position overlooking vineyards, farmland and surrounding mountain ranges. Enjoy plenty of space and peace and quiet. The campsite is located on the edge of our 32-acre vineyard, on a 120-acre property. Guests are welcome to take a walk amongst the vines, subject to vineyard operations during the season of course. All guests must be self-sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. Campfires are welcome in the fire pit provided. Fire restrictions in place during your stay must be observed. Firewood is available for purchase from a neighbour, located opposite the entrance to Summerhill Road. 4wd accessible during the wetter months and 2wd during the drier months. You are welcome to bring your dog, just please note that the area is unfenced. We have a mob of kangaroos that visit and cattle and horses reside here also. We ask that our guests display responsible pet ownership at all times. Summerhill Vineyard is located in the Upper Yarra region of the Yarra Valley. We are a 5-minute drive from Yarra Junction township, with supermarkets, butchers and a small shopping precinct. The picturesque township of Warburton is just over 7kms away. Restaurants, cafes, and wineries are all a short drive from here. Yarra Ranges National Park is also on our door step. We are a 1hr 15mins drive from Melbourne, though Summerhill Vineyard will have you feeling a world away. The Yarra Valley offers quality local food and wine, breathtaking scenery, walks, cycling tracks, and tourist destinations like Healesville Sanctuary, Lotus Water Gardens, Warburton Rail Trail and much more. Or.....you can chill out and just enjoy the serenity and views from your campsite. My family live on the property, close to 1/2km from the campsite, far enough away for your complete privacy, or close enough if you need us! Mobile network coverage at Summerhill Vineyard, in all areas, is good. Please note you have up to 3 days or 72 hours before the start of your booking to "CHANGE DATES or CANCEL" your booking for a full refund minus Hipcamp fees.

Stories from the community

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James

4 days ago

8 m travel trailer

1 night at Cannavale Farm Stay

The camping space is attractive with views north and west; good sunsets. There was afternoon shade available next to a gum tree. Both Shelly and Craig were warm hosts, friendly and supportive. It is close to the Princes Highway that it is easy to access. The camping block has a gentle slope and the grass is cut. We would recommend this to any campers and would gladly return. Thanks Shelly and Craig.

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Allan

1 week ago

7 m travel trailer

1 night at Cannavale Farm Stay

We had a fantastic overnight stay at Cannavale Farm Stay and couldn’t fault it. The site itself was spacious, grassy and easy to access, with plenty of room to get set up comfortably. It felt nicely spread out and private, with beautiful open views across the surrounding farmland. Super peaceful and quiet, especially in the evening. The farm setting is lovely. Waking up to the sounds of cattle and the countryside was a real highlight and exactly what we were looking for in a farm stay. It’s close enough to town to be convenient, but once you’re there it really feels like a proper escape. Hosts were welcoming and the property is well maintained. If you’re self-contained and after a relaxed, no-fuss farm stay with space, views and a calm rural vibe, this place is a great option. We’d happily stay again and recommend it to others.

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Jody

3 weeks ago

14 m travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Cannavale Farm Stay

Shelly and Craig are absolutely lovely people with a gorgeous property and friendly animals! Very highly recommended!!

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John Lester

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Galea Ranch

Had an amazing experience at Galea Ranch! Wayne and Sharelle are incredibly welcoming and genuine hosts who truly care about their guests. The place is peaceful, well-kept, and has a warm family vibe that makes you feel right at home. Their attention to detail and friendly hospitality made the whole visit unforgettable. Highly recommended — can’t wait to come back!

Jess

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Summerhill Vineyard

we absolutely loved staying at Tonia’s beautiful vineyard, would recommend this spot to anyone and will definitely be coming back! Tonia was lovely in waiting for us to help direct us to the site, thank you for having us!!

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Peter

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Foxes Den

Natural bush paddock setting with lots of privacy. Hugh and i shared a drop of red and i met some hicamping neighbors. The fact there's public toilets nearby is a bonus. Planning to go back.

Cooper

November 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Cannavale Farm Stay

My mate and I had such an amazing time staying here and felt so welcome the entire time we were there, our hosts were so polite and great to chat too, the scenery was just spectacular. We will be back!!

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Nathan

November 2025

11 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Cannavale Farm Stay

Loved the views! Shelly & Craig were so kind and offered for us to walk around the property if we wished. The one paddock with 4 spots gives you enough room to spread out and enjoy your site to yourself still. The sunset over the mountains was a cherry on top! We'd definitely stay again in the future.

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Damien

November 2025

6 m Class B

With pets

7 nights at Foxes Den

Beautiful location right at the centre of the Bellarine Peninsula.

Trent

November 2025

14 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Cannavale Farm Stay

Amazing Host! Shelley and Craig are great hosts of a beautiful camp! Lovely view from any of the sites and close to cute little towns to explore. Would reccomend this to anyone looking for a quiet spot to spend a night or 3. Thanks Shelley and Craig.

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Jodie

November 2025

5 m travel trailer

Group trip

4 nights at Cannavale Farm Stay

Loved our stay on Shelly's property. Shelly and Craig were great hosts. The views were spectacular.

Shane

November 2025

5 m pop-up camper

Group trip

4 nights at Cannavale Farm Stay

Absolutely beautiful spot!! Can’t thank Shelly and Craig enough. Great location close to towns for a sneaky pub meal. Unbelievable sunsets and we were entertained by the cows. We’ll be back!

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Jonathan

November 2025

5 m car

With pets

1 night at Foxes Den

Excellent location remote but still close to everything you need. Great sites so spacious!

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Temeika

November 2025

10 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Foxes Den

We spent a few nights here and loved our stay - great for adventures into Ocean Grove and the surrounding coast. Easy to access, huge sites!

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Ryan

November 2025

8 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Cannavale Farm Stay

We loved our stay! Friendly hosts and a great spot, thank you.

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Jemimah

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Foxes Den

We had a wonderful time camping at Foxes Den. The campsites are very well looked after and spaced out. Hugh generously provided us with plenty of firewood. Watching the sunrise behind all the trees was stunning!

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Jake

November 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Cannavale Farm Stay

Great quiet spot in a beautiful part of Gippsland! Craig and Shelly are super friendly and helpful hosts. 10/10 would recommend!

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Chris

October 2025

12 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Summerhill Vineyard

Tonya met us at the gate and guided us through her beautiful property to our tranquil campsite in the vines. Up at our site we felt we had acres of picturesque landscape all to ourselves. The fog over the vines in the morning, the crimson sunsets over the vines and everything else in between. We could have stayed forever!!

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kate

October 2025

4 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Foxes Den

Amazing quiet spot close enough to a town for supplies but far enough away to feel like a real retreat. Easy communication and ste up with Hugh. Highly recommend