The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Croydon, Victoria

Camping in Croydon with your pets is easy—over 700 spots welcome four-legged mates. You’ll find sites where campfires are allowed, showers are sorted, and you can cast a line or watch wildlife straight from your tent. Average sites run around $50 per night, but you can snag a spot for as little as $12. Local favourites include Shacks at Kardella Park (578 reviews), Iron Brook Donkey Farm (555 reviews), and The Fern Glade (347 reviews). Bring your dog, pack your fishing gear, and expect a relaxed vibe—this patch of Victoria is made for animal lovers and outdoor types.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Camping in Croydon with your pets is easy—over 700 spots welcome four-legged mates. You’ll find sites where campfires are allowed, showers are sorted, and you can cast a line or watch wildlife straight from your tent. Average sites run around $50 per night, but you can snag a spot for as little as $12. Local favourites include Shacks at Kardella Park (578 reviews), Iron Brook Donkey Farm (555 reviews), and The Fern Glade (347 reviews). Bring your dog, pack your fishing gear, and expect a relaxed vibe—this patch of Victoria is made for animal lovers and outdoor types.

93% (5.2K)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Boulder Brook Valley

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46km from Croydon · 1 site · Tent, RV · Bulla, VIC

This 100 acre farm provides a dip into the outback with less time spent travelling for hours around victoria We live here as a family on the front half of the property and are currently using it to farm cattle and chickens, grow hay and keep bees Enjoy a campsite with complete serenity, and take a breather from the noise of the world Were located only 45 minutes from the CBD 10 minute drive to diggers rest and sunbury if you need supplies and only 5 minute drive to the nearest servo "I like that boulder, that is a nice boulder" - Donkey

2. Red Hill Orchard Farm Stay

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(49)

67km from Croydon · 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.

3. Silver Creek Escape

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(158)

47km from Croydon · 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. Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine

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80km from Croydon · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Wallington, VIC

Escape to the Heart of the Bellarine Peninsula Tucked between Ocean Grove and Drysdale, our peaceful camping haven is the perfect base for exploring everything the Bellarine has to offer. Just minutes from Farm Dog Brewing, McGlashan’s Winery, Flying Brick Cider House, and Adventure Park, you’ll be surrounded by great local flavours and fun. Set on a spacious property with plenty of room to relax, we’re close to top wineries, golf courses, beaches, and fishing spots. Bring your boat — there’s ample space and easy access to nearby boat ramps on the Barwon River and Port Phillip Bay. Our site features a bespoke toilet, fresh water, and a communal area complete with a sink, BBQ, and seating for eight. Fire pits are welcome (BYO wood), making it easy to enjoy a cosy evening under the stars. We’re pet-friendly, too — your furry friends are welcome to join the adventure (on leash). Come unwind, explore, and experience the Bellarine at its best.

5. Riverbend Holiday Park

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(60)

76km from Croydon · 66 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Thornton, VIC

Located right on the banks of the Goulburn River, you’ve found the perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the holiday you want. Relax with your family & friends, or get more adventurous and take advantage of all the area has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you at Thornton Riverbend.

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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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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Damien

3 weeks ago

6 m pop-up camper

With pets

2 nights at Boulder Brook Valley

Very nice secluded site. Close to Melbourne Airport and the city

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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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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!!

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Rohan

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Boulder Brook Valley

A lovely, private camping oasis, so close to the city. Excellent for hounds. Highly recommended.

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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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gladys

September 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Riverbend Holiday Park

We stayed at powered camp area. All the facilities were in good condition and clean . Recommended for family to stay

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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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Tara

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Boulder Brook Valley

We loved camping at the Secret Garden (16 mates plus a dog!, all tent camping). So close to the city but with a secluded kind of vibe. Flat ground for tents was limited but we all made do just fine. The area and grounds are lovely and well maintained. BBQ and tables worked a treat. We didn't end up using any power on site so cannot comment but there was solar and a battery on site. The owner was extremely helpful in the lead up and very accomodating. Sunsets and plane spotting were fantastic. It was still a little chilly for us to get in the water but the spot itself was stunning. We'll be back!

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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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Ace

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Riverbend Holiday Park

I had a fantastic experience at this camping site! The amenities were excellent — clean, well-maintained, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The campsites themselves were spacious and very well kept, making it easy to relax and enjoy the outdoors. You can tell a lot of care goes into maintaining the place. I’ll definitely be coming back and recommending it to friends who love camping.

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Tom

September 2025

5 m travel trailer

2 nights at Boulder Brook Valley

A unique remote location but you are still close to Melbourne. Plenty of space for a large group to camp and still have private space if they choose. It's a really cool place but will only stay that way if we look after it. A good camping motto is: "Always leave the campsite better than you found it".

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Jolene

August 2025

6 m Class B

With pets

1 night at Boulder Brook Valley

This site really is spectacular. For nature lovers like us this was a hidden oasis. A lovely hut overlooked the river and lots of billabongs and creeks to explore. It was unfortunate that the previous campers who were there when we arrived and were reluctant to leave despite us coming a hour after our check in time had also drained the battery and gas bottle as well as learning human waste and toilet paper around. The owner was lovely and responsive but we were without power or gas for the night so I would recommend bringing backup. We still had a great evening the fire pits are well placed near the hut and lots of fallen branches around for kindling. We will definitely be back ❤️

Alaskelle

July 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Boulder Brook Valley

Returning for my 2nd stay. The proximity to Melbournes suburbs is amazing. I love that authentic bush camping vibes can be achieved so close to home allowing for more time to unwind rather then time spent on the road getting to/from camp. I will be returning again 😁

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Emre

July 2025

Tent

1 night at Boulder Brook Valley

I loved camping here, clean spacious and even kind enough to supply bbq and power, would definitely be booking this spot again enjoyed every bit of it including the views and the morning Roos

Anna

July 2025

Tent

With pets

7 nights at Boulder Brook Valley

This place is great. Easy run from the city, perfect block for our pooches to run around and great access to the river and billabong below camp. The pagola is a great addition for when you need to get out of the weather. Michael was friendly and helpful. Will definitely be coming back.