The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Donvale, Victoria

In Donvale, you’ll find over 670 pet-friendly camping options, so there’s no need to leave your four-legged mates behind. Expect choices ranging from bushland clearings to caravan-ready sites, with prices starting at just $12 a night and averaging around $50. You’ll spot dogs chasing sticks, horses dotting the paddocks, and trails that wind through gum forests. Top picks like Shacks at Kardella Park (578 reviews), Iron Brook Donkey Farm (555 reviews), and The Fern Glade (347 reviews) get consistently high marks from campers. Most sites allow campfires, have toilets, and welcome pets. Bring sturdy boots—hiking, swimming, and horseback riding are all on the cards. Donvale’s not just a stopover; it’s a proper playground for you and your pets.

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Top-rated campgrounds

In Donvale, you’ll find over 670 pet-friendly camping options, so there’s no need to leave your four-legged mates behind. Expect choices ranging from bushland clearings to caravan-ready sites, with prices starting at just $12 a night and averaging around $50. You’ll spot dogs chasing sticks, horses dotting the paddocks, and trails that wind through gum forests. Top picks like Shacks at Kardella Park (578 reviews), Iron Brook Donkey Farm (555 reviews), and The Fern Glade (347 reviews) get consistently high marks from campers. Most sites allow campfires, have toilets, and welcome pets. Bring sturdy boots—hiking, swimming, and horseback riding are all on the cards. Donvale’s not just a stopover; it’s a proper playground for you and your pets.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Foxes Den

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77km from Donvale · 9 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. Mira Mira Accommodation And Events

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(24)

76km from Donvale · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Crossover, VIC

Set in a beautiful valley teeming with abundant wildlife, you will wake with the sound of Kookaburras and fall asleep to frog song. Take a tour of the themed cottages (depending on occupancy) or simply put your feet up and enjoy the sounds of nature and the creative charms of Mira Mira.

3. Boulder Brook Valley

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(96)

37km from Donvale · 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

4. Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine

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73km from Donvale · 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. Book A Paddock

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62km from Donvale · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Romsey, VIC

We offer Book a Paddock, By the Creek and The Stables as listings for those wanting to camp or have a lux experience. Some of you have asked for parties and events. At this time we don't have the infrastructure in place to get this rolling. Thank you so so much for your support, your quiet and respectful enjoyment of our property. We are humbled you chose us to spend your heartbeats with. For now, Belinda and Robert ********************************************************************************* This acreage was historically a larger soldiers settlements property comprising a dairy, piggery and wool farming. The quality of the land hasn't changed with most of the region's farmland in use, so this is a cool place to stay in the Macedon Ranges. Currently home to our family, the property is also visited by many native Australian birdlife species, many marsupials including kangaroos, echidna, possums and even a koala. With close proximity to coffee shops and local stores of Romsey and Lancefield Providore, you have only a few minutes to drive to stock up on local produce. Walking the trails around Hanging Rock is a 10-minute drive and Mt Macedon lookout 15min. We look forward to saying hi soon!

Stories from the community

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Jenny

2 days ago

Tent

With pets

1 night at Book A Paddock

Lovely quiet and peaceful spot! We loved seeing the rosellas flying up out of the meadow and listening to the frogs as the sun went down.

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Grace

3 days ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Book A Paddock

Beautiful flat site, great spot with privacy, yet within 5 min drive to town. Amazing stay - again!

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Peter

1 week ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Book A Paddock

We had an amazing time on this beautiful property. Location was very private and peaceful. We will definitely be back.

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Peter

1 week ago

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.

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Ashleigh

2 weeks ago

7 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Book A Paddock

Incredible stay! Set up perfectly for our off-grid van! Really well-maintained paddock with incredible views! We're already looking forward to our next stay! Thank you so much Belinda!

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Ashley

2 weeks ago

4 m pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to Book A Paddock

Belinda's paddock was just what we needed for our two camping families for an overnight stop. A large mown space, isolated but close enough to town. The fire pit was great. Belinda was a great host. Lots of joeys around for the kids to enjoy spotting. Lovely fire pit too.

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Damien

3 weeks ago

6 m Class B

With pets

7 nights at Foxes Den

Beautiful location right at the centre of the Bellarine Peninsula.

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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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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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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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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

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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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abbey

October 2025

9 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Book A Paddock

Great open private space. Lovely scenery and very well maintained!! We loved staying here and would definitely stay again. Everything was available to have a lovely fire and the dogs having a run.

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Jasmine

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Mira Mira Accommodation And Events

Most beautiful place I've ever been in Victoria! Would highly recommend this stay to anyone, so many cool things to explore on the land and amazing views from everywhere. Will definitely be coming back!

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Trevor

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Foxes Den

We had a great weekend. The campground is lovely and the firewood was very generous.. we took advantage of the ballerina Peninsula rail trail played some golf and had dinner at Mona Resturant which is in the next farm. What a great place.

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Prathiga

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Book A Paddock

The view surrounding our campsite was beautiful and the clear sky full of stars was a great bonus! The location is not too far outside Melbourne so it’s great for a weekend stay. Plenty of firewood and kindling around too. Highly recommend!!

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Sam

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

3 nights at Mira Mira Accommodation And Events

Great campsite would definitely come back 😙, owner is extremely nice and generous. Very unique decorations really worth the visit 😁

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Fernando

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mira Mira Accommodation And Events

Nic is an amazing host! Kind and helpful. The place is incredible and super interesting for the curious minds. Power site is right next to the castle, toilets and shower are great too!

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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!