The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Caroline Springs, Victoria

Camping with your pets around Caroline Springs is straightforward, with over 500 pet-friendly sites to choose from. Expect grassy paddocks, bushland edges, and options near creeks—many places welcome dogs, and you’ll see plenty of locals out with their four-legged mates. Facilities like showers and toilets are common, so you won’t be roughing it. Hiking trails wind through the area, and wildlife-watching is easy—cockatoos, wallabies, and even the odd echidna make regular appearances. Swimming spots aren’t hard to find if you need to cool off. Prices start at $12 a night, with the average hovering around $50. For a tried-and-tested spot, check out Shacks at Kardella Park (578 reviews), Dromkeen Macdeon Ranges (250 reviews), or Strath Creek Station (247 reviews). All are well-loved by campers who bring their pets along for the adventure.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Camping with your pets around Caroline Springs is straightforward, with over 500 pet-friendly sites to choose from. Expect grassy paddocks, bushland edges, and options near creeks—many places welcome dogs, and you’ll see plenty of locals out with their four-legged mates. Facilities like showers and toilets are common, so you won’t be roughing it. Hiking trails wind through the area, and wildlife-watching is easy—cockatoos, wallabies, and even the odd echidna make regular appearances. Swimming spots aren’t hard to find if you need to cool off. Prices start at $12 a night, with the average hovering around $50. For a tried-and-tested spot, check out Shacks at Kardella Park (578 reviews), Dromkeen Macdeon Ranges (250 reviews), or Strath Creek Station (247 reviews). All are well-loved by campers who bring their pets along for the adventure.

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1. Red Hill Orchard Farm Stay

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75km from Caroline Springs · 7 sites · RVs · Red Hill South, VIC

Located in the beautiful Red Hill set away from the hustle and bustle, this farm has been in the family for over 85 year. Enjoy the fresh air and the sea breeze from western Port Bay. Surrounded by lots of stunning local wineries and beautiful beaches. Spend the weekend exploring or just enjoy your time relaxing on the farm. It's a lovely walk to the shops and Red hill rail trail. https://www.instagram.com/orchardfarmstays?igsh=NjQ1bTVnOTh6cmpi Please note you need to type our address in when trying to find our property. For some reason the GPS link on hipcamp takes you to the back of our property and you cannot enter that way.

2. Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park

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71km from Caroline Springs · 232 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Badger Creek, VIC

Escape to the Yarra Valley and be surrounded by some of Victoria’s most stunning landscapes, native Australian wildlife, wineries, eateries, and more! Choose your style of stay from glamping pods and tents to caravanning and camping. There really is something for everyone. Relax with the local wildlife under a Gumtree or by the lake, or hit the swimming pools, bike pump track, giant jumping cushions, playgrounds, and more! We’ve got the whole family covered. We look forward to welcoming you to Park Lane Yarra Valley Holiday Park. We now welcome pets in some of our selected pet friendly cabins. Limited number of accommodation available and subject to availability.

3. Silver Creek Escape

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62km from Caroline Springs · 1 site · Tent, RV · Hazeldene, VIC

If you’re looking for a place to set up camp while enjoying a hike through Kinglake National Park then our little space is just made for you. There are plenty of day walks starting right next to your camp or you can go for a swim in the nearby King Parrot Creek. With just 40min drive to Yarra Valley Wineries you are in a perfect location to set up camp and explore the region. Our pet friendly property is located in a quiet neighbourhood, easily accessible from the road (no 4WD needed) and ideal for swags, tents or campers. Power, tank water, bins and compost toilet are included! The space is part of our front yard and our property is located at the end of a quiet no through road. Your camp site is tucked in between the trees away from our family house with plenty of flat space. Sit at the picnic table or around the fire pit (season permitting) and take in the piece and quiet with plenty of wildlife to enjoy.

4. South Serenity Arabians

50km from Caroline Springs · 3 sites · Lodging · Kilmore, VIC

Welcome to South Serenity Arabians, a peaceful retreat set on a 100-acre Arabian horse farm just an hour from Melbourne. Choose from two beautiful accommodations: the intimate Heartland Suite, perfect for couples, and the spacious Waterfront House, ideal for groups or family gatherings of up to 10. Both offer a tranquil escape surrounded by lush gardens, horse paddocks, and serene views over our 2-acre, fully stocked dam. In the Heartland Suite, unwind in a cozy, tastefully decorated setting with a luxurious four-poster bed, private fireplace, and all the provisions for a self-catered hot breakfast. The suite is pet-friendly and allows guests to bring their own horses or dogs, offering complete privacy on the far side of the homestead. The Waterfront House overlooks the dam, with room for larger groups to enjoy modern comforts amidst scenic views of rolling hills and horse paddocks. Guests can connect with nature, stroll through the paddocks, and meet our champion Arabian horses up close. Kilmore is just 5 minutes away for dining and shopping, while local attractions like Macedon Ranges, Yarra Valley, and horse trails are within easy reach. Early check-in, late check-out, and an electric car charging station are available for added convenience. Whether you’re looking to relax, enjoy the countryside, or explore, South Serenity Arabians offers an idyllic, pet-friendly country escape.

5. Eden Pines Farm

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77km from Caroline Springs · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Tallarook, VIC

Eden Pines is our home on 45 acres of undulating pastures with views of the Tallarook State Forest. Take in the beautiful views as you relax from your campsite or take a stroll around the property and say hello to the many different animals/wildlife nearby. We are not a commercial campground and instead want to share the slower farm and country experience with our guests. We are easy to find just off the Hume FWY and are located nearby to many wineries, the Goulburn River, the Great Victorian Rail Trail and the townships of Seymour, Trawool and Broadford. Come along to unwind and relax from the big smoke and feel free to bring your beloved fur babies, paddle board, kayak or bike. For those with horses - we have a secure paddock with a dam and 20m round yard for horses to be secured overnight. The rail trail is a short 5 min drive where you can float your horses to and enjoy a scenic ride with your companion followed by a meal at the Trawool Estate or Tallarook Pub! Instagram: @eden.pines

Stories from the community

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JOSEF

1 week ago

Tent

2 nights at Silver Creek Escape

Clara was a very nice host. Campsite and toilet were clean. Nice quiet place to unwind.

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Laura

2 weeks ago

4 m pop-up camper

3 nights at Eden Pines Farm

Joel & Katie are so lovely! They were very helpful and the space is so beautiful. Each campsite has its own space and it’s still very private. Highly recommend staying here. Very good value for money and so close to Melbourne. We will be back!

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Claudia

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Silver Creek Escape

The place was right next to the National Park, so it was easy to access for walks. There was a lovely little walk along the creek too. The campsite itself was spacious and was great to have free wifi and power. Make sure you order the eggs and sourdough bread. They were absolutely delicious. Clara, the host, was lovely.

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Catherine

November 2025

7 m travel trailer

4 nights at Eden Pines Farm

We loved Eden Pines Farm, it was private with beautiful surrounds. Plenty of room for camping with friends including fury friends. Joel and his family were great and we would recommend it to anyone and can't wait to return.

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Kelly

November 2025

8 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Red Hill Orchard Farm Stay

Beautiful and serene location, lots of wildlife too! Enjoyable weekend had with the family

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KRISTAL

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Silver Creek Escape

We had a wonderful time at Clara and Caleb’s! The site was easy to find and well appointed for tent camping. We loved the opportunity to get some firewood and fresh eggs and bread for our stay too.

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John

November 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Red Hill Orchard Farm Stay

10 stars to the host and the beautiful grounds offered. Highly recommend to all. Views of the farm were spectacular particularly in the morning where the site is allocated as where you stay you can see the sun rise above the valley. Thanks heaps, the Wednesday Camper!

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Emma

October 2025

6 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Eden Pines Farm

We love staying at Eden Pines and have just enjoyed our second visit. Joel is a welcoming and kind host with a beautiful property, once again highly recommending a visit to others.

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Clare

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Red Hill Orchard Farm Stay

What an amazing place to camp. We had the whole place to ourselves it was so peaceful and we had beautiful views of the orchards and damn. Very central to lots of great places. It was also great that we could have our dogs with us. Highly recommend!!

Kids Loved the animals in the morning!! Fyi super friendly!

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Chris

October 2025

5 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Eden Pines Farm

The Owners are lovely!!! Camped up by the Damn! Awesome views and the kids loved waking up to seeing the sheep and kangaroos!! Owners let us walk around to see all the animals and were very accommodating! Highly recommend!

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Belinda

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Silver Creek Escape

So easy! Close to Melbourne, toilet was spotless. Great walks nearby. Power on-site which we used for a kettle for ease of hot water. Clara’s sour dough was a great staple to our meals along with the eggs. Kids could explore the creek and national park nearby. Flat site with easy access to car boot. Ideal for those looking for a quick get away from Melbourne for a couple of nights, with kids, to get some easy nature time. With a few luxuries of a clean toilet and electricity. Thank you Clara and Caleb for your lovely welcome and friendly chat whilst letting us have our space.

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Brad

September 2025

5 m travel trailer

Group trip

4 nights at Eden Pines Farm

we stayed 3 nights at Eden Pines, and what a beautiful outlook. Plenty of space, and the hosts were simply fantastic. Sheep, horses, kangaroos. A very relaxing weekend, thank you

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Michelle

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Silver Creek Escape

Really lovely place! So close to walking tracks, and very peaceful. The space has great facilities - water, household power, table, grassy lawn with beautiful trees, fireplace and a very clean toilet. The hosts were really nice and helpful.

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Regine

September 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Red Hill Orchard Farm Stay

Beautiful place to stay. Steve and Tara are lovely and very welcoming and helpful. Lots of things to do close by and sites are pretty level. It’s peaceful and quiet with beautiful views.

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Himali

September 2025

7 m travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Eden Pines Farm

We had such a wonderful stay at this campsite. The grounds were clean, well maintained and had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing trip. Joel and Caity were incredibly accommodating, nothing was too much trouble, and they went out of their way to make sure we felt welcome. Their warm hospitality made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a peaceful getaway with great hosts!

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Tanya

September 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Red Hill Orchard Farm Stay

I loved how peaceful and relaxing Tara’s place was and am looking forward to coming back with some more time. I came on my own and it felt safe, spacious and inviting. Lots of beautiful nature surrounding the grounds ~ would highly recommend ✨

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Hannah

July 2025

5 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Eden Pines Farm

Fantastic location and lovely people! I’d stay here again and again. I love it.

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Sandra

July 2025

9 m travel trailer

3 nights at Silver Creek Escape

Lovely peaceful location all to ourselves, next to National Park and walking trails. Friendly hosts providing an excellent facility including toilet, plus power and water if needed. Great option to purchase eggs, bread and wood for the large fire pit. Wonderful choice for our first time using Hipcamp!

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hasini

June 2025

4 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Silver Creek Escape

We stayed at this campsite as a group of friends with our two dogs in our 2 campervans and had an absolutely fantastic time. The site was clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described. The toilet was genuinely one of the cleanest campsite toilets we’ve ever come across! All the amenities were spot on, and the host was super responsive and helpful throughout. It was a peaceful and comfortable stay for both us and our two big dogs. We’ll definitely be recommending this spot to others and look forward to coming back again!

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Val

June 2025

6 m travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Silver Creek Escape

This is a brilliant location with great facilities. Excellent hosts. Right next to a national park at the end of a dead end road. Power and water with a compost loo. You can pre purchase firewood and treat yourself to farm eggs and wonderful sourdough loaf. Make sure you have a long power lead and a torch for the loo. We will be back.