The best dog-friendly campgrounds in Gippsland

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in Gippsland, Australia. With over 634 options to choose from, you'll find the perfect pet-friendly campsite for your adventure. Whether you're looking for a farm stay experience at Hazelnut Valley Farm Stay (270 reviews), a relaxing lakeside getaway at Nowa Nowa Lakeside Farmlet (95 reviews), or a peaceful garden retreat at Milleara Gardens (110 reviews), Gippsland has it all. Enjoy popular facilities like toilets, potable water, and showers, and indulge in activities such as climbing, fishing, and whitewater paddling. With an average price per night of $42 and options as low as $10, camping in Gippsland has never been more accessible. Start planning your outdoor escape today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in Gippsland, Australia. With over 634 options to choose from, you'll find the perfect pet-friendly campsite for your adventure. Whether you're looking for a farm stay experience at Hazelnut Valley Farm Stay (270 reviews), a relaxing lakeside getaway at Nowa Nowa Lakeside Farmlet (95 reviews), or a peaceful garden retreat at Milleara Gardens (110 reviews), Gippsland has it all. Enjoy popular facilities like toilets, potable water, and showers, and indulge in activities such as climbing, fishing, and whitewater paddling. With an average price per night of $42 and options as low as $10, camping in Gippsland has never been more accessible. Start planning your outdoor escape today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Pine Corner

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6 sites · Tents, RVs · Genoa, VIC

The Property is situated on the pristine Wallagaraugh river near the Victorian and New South Wales border, 8km down an all weather dirt road, easily accessible for caravaners and boaters and is approximately 45 km from Eden and 40 km from Mallacoota by car, very isolated but has limited phone and internet reception, 15 minutes down river Gypsy Point, another 20 minutes your at Mallacoota on the coast if you need fuel, supplies, etc, 5 to 10 minutes up river the bullring , proceeding with caution you will go through a temperate rainforest and end up at the rock wall with small waterfalls and fresh water pools. A haven for many species of birds and wildlife, sea and wedge tail eagles nesting close by a bird watchers and canoeists paradise, also many species of fish so if you want to wet a line a Victorian fishing licence is needed, the river has a 5 knot speed limit from the campsite to Gypsy Point, if your more into bushwalking or sightseeing there are several national parks within a 30 minute drive or boat trip, or just have a swim, chill, relax and enjoy the peace and serenity. one site has small tinny access to the river and the other is good for a 20 ft boat, can accommodate up to 15 at one site and 12 at the other, camping and fires are only allowed in designated areas, bring your own firewood or it can be supplied for $25 per wheelbarrow when booking in, at both sites you cannot have fires or camp in fenced off river frontage, you will have to provide your own camp toilet, shower, etc and take all waste away when you leave, I can arrange if needed by prior notice, bulk firewood, launching of boat, etc. No firewood collection, motorbike riding, shooting or 4x4ing on site, some pets on leash may be allowed by prior arrangement, if having trouble booking or any other inquiries please send message cheers John.

2. Meeniyan Green Acres Campsite

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2 sites · Tents, RVs · Meeniyan, VIC

Our property is 5 acres comprising of a farmhouse, shed and gardens. Our campsites are grassy green flat paddocks with separate access, great views across open green pastures of grazing cattle and sheep with views of the majestic hills of Dumbalk South. There's plenty to see and do in the area from the amazing Wilson's Prom Nat. Park (40 mins), to country town shopping (2 mins), waterfalls and more. We are only a 10min walk or 3min bike ride from the Great Southern Rail Trail which is a multi-use, gentle trail suitable for all abilities and fitness levels, covering 14 towns and 130klm it runs from Nyora to Yarrum with panoramic views of lush farmland, rainforest and pristine seascapes. The Great Southern Rail Trail links several unique towns. Just across the road you'll find Stony Creek Go Karts which is at 800 metres long, the longest Hire Kart track in Victoria and one of the few tracks that have racing karts and hire out karts as well as provide facilities to bring your own. (Book if poss). They also have other games facilities and an on-site café with great coffee and pizzas! Ten minutes drive towards Dumbalk South takes you to Blue Tree Honey Farm, a great little tourist attraction where you can taste and buy honey from local areas, sample a beautiful cream tea/coffee, have lunch in the cafe or sit outside and admire the scenic countryside. Just down the road towards Foster on your right you will find a fabulous panoramic lookout platform with views of Wilson's Promontory National Park (40 min) comprised of 125,000 acres of rainforests, extremely beautiful beaches, rugged granite mountains and abundant wildlife. Trails from the Tidal River settlement lead to Squeaky Beach, with its white quartz squeaky sand. Nearby, Mt. Oberon offers views of Bass Strait and offshore islands and Wilsons Promontory Light station, built in 1859, is on the southern coast. Nearby towns for shopping are Meeniyan, Leongatha and Foster. Leongatha has an indoor pool and Foster has a surprisingly good museum which as you walk through there are outbuildings like a jail and a schoolhouse, complete with school children! There are so many attractions nearby as well as local festivals and markets just about every weekend that you will keep coming back to fit them all in.

3. Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

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5 sites · Tents, RVs · Carrajung Lower, VIC

Our farm is located in Carrajung Lower, Central Gippsland where is 2.5 hours drive from Melbourne. As the name reveals we live on a small ridge with at least 3 pairs of Kookaburras living around our house. With a 52 acre property we run miniature sheep to keep our land green and produce ethically raised 100% grass fed lamb. Each site has three levels. The top level is for vans and/or tents; the middle level is for tents only and the bottom level is the fire pit area. Surrounded by pine plantation and native trees, you can enjoy secluded time without neighbours except native animals and birds! Perfect for bushwalking or mountain biking. What you can do around here: 30 minutes drive to Tarra Bulga National Park, Woodside Beach and Maryvale Pines MTB track. 20 minutes to Yarram for shopping and awesome coffee, also popular for Heesco murals. Outdoor swimming pool is open in summer time where you can have a hot shower. 5 minutes to Carrajung Estate which has exceptional wine and incredible cuisine.

4. Lakes Entrance Tourist Park

18 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Lakes Entrance, 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.**Enjoy the best of the East Gippsland Region when you stay at Lakes Entrance Tourist Park. Hire paddle boats on the lake, enjoy the markets, spend a day at the beach or get R&R by the swimming pool. Whether you are spending a day at Eastern Beach, putting at Lake Entrance Golf Course or spending the day relaxing at our swimming pool Lakes Entrance Tourist Park is the perfect place for your Gippsland holiday! Lakes Entrance Tourist Park is located in beautiful Lakes Entrance in the Gippsland Lakes system it is a nature lovers paradise and is situated on 6 acres. Lakes Entrance Golf Club – 4 minutes Eastern Beach – 4 minutes Lakes Entrance township – 5 minutes Myer Street Jetty – 6 minutes Griffiths Sea Shell Museum – 7 minutes Melbourne – 4 hours 8 minutes Canberra – 4 hours 49 minutes Geelong – 5 hours 4 mintues Lakes Entrance Tourist Park offers a large range of accommodation options including two bedroom family cabins, 4 bed standard cabins, and large caravan sites including powered and unpowered sites.

5. Raymond Island Retreat

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4 sites · RVs, Lodging · Raymond Island, VIC

16 Acre waterfront property with it's own beach! There is a 2 bedroom house and an area that fits 3 RVs. RVs must be self contained and leave no trace. Wedged between Lake King and Lake Victoria is a haven for wildlife and fabulous destination for nature-swooning. The island commands a relaxed pace. Laze on the shore, bury yourself in a good read or take a dip. There are plenty of good spots to cast a line, with bream, flathead and prawns being the catch of the day. The five minute ferry to Raymond Island departs Paynesville regularly and is free for pedestrians or those arriving by bike.

Stories from the community

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Mark

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

We had a great time at site 4 and the views were just stunning! Sunrises are a must watch. Plenty of amenities with a water tank and a few toilets available.

Six person tent with annexe fits to site 1

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Olivia

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

Daniel sent a message a few days ahead of the trip which proved to be really helpful for some of the other campers joining us. The site itself was well kept and easily fit our two tents and two swags. The firepit area was well maintained, there was plenty of space to setup and the firewood purchased/provided was great for burning.

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Emmely

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

Campsite 3 was a fantastic spot—conveniently located near the toilet facilities and offering stunning views. It was the perfect place to unwind and truly disconnect, especially with no mobile reception. From the site, we could see cows grazing peacefully, all while enjoying the fresh country air. The firewood bundle provided was generous and lasted us two nights, which was a pleasant surprise. The only minor drawback was the proximity to the road—about 200 to 300 meters away—so we could frequently hear vehicles passing by. Overall, we were very happy with the campsite and would definitely recommend it for a peaceful getaway.

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Bret

September 2025

6 m pop-up camper

With kids

3 nights at Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

Good spot close to a winery. Great toilets - with a view.

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Kelvin

July 2025

6 m travel trailer

4 nights at Raymond Island Retreat

We had a great stay on Dave’s property, plenty of room to setup camp. It was a quiet and peaceful place to relax, and would be a great location in the warmer months.

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Narayan

June 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

Peaceful and Beautiful Spot for Camping Lovers! ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ We recently camped at Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp Site One – Privacy, and it was a truly wonderful experience! If you’re someone who enjoys peace, quiet, and being surrounded by nature, this spot is absolutely perfect. The scenery was stunning, and the sense of privacy made it feel like a hidden gem. Our group had a great time and really enjoyed every bit of our stay. However, there were a few things that could be improved. The toilet facility was nearly full when we arrived, which was a bit of a challenge for our group of six staying for two nights and three days. We were also told that there would be portable, drinkable water available, but we found only a small amount of rainwater that wasn’t suitable for drinking — so definitely recommend bringing your own supply. Another minor issue was that we had to clean up lamb droppings around the campsite before setting up, but once that was done, everything else went smoothly. Despite these small setbacks, the overall atmosphere and natural beauty of the campsite made up for it. We would love to come back again and would recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful escape into nature!

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Bradley

June 2025

5 m Class B

With kids

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

My family and I love our stay. The kids had a great time. Had very nice views.

Mindee

April 2025

6 m pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

Great place to camp at. Nice views. Bit of a slope on some parts. A couple of rope swings for the kids to play on. Not too far from Melbourne. Went to the Tarra-Bulga national park which is beautiful and not too far away for a short hike.

Michael

April 2025

15 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Meeniyan Green Acres Campsite

Loved the solitude, clean, close to town and lovely hosts.

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Kathryn

April 2025

6 m travel trailer

Group trip

5 nights at Pine Corner

We absolutely loved staying here and John was awesome. He went above and beyond in so many ways - perfect host. Remote location was beautiful. Stargazing, fishing and open fire were great. Will be returning 😁

Viktorija

April 2025

6 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

We had a family of 12 people and 3 dogs go and stay 3 nights and we had just the best time over Easter! We woke up with gorgeous views of the sunrise and lovely bird songs, we had wonderful weather and while all 5 campsites were booked and busy, it wasn’t noisy. We had plenty of privacy and we loved the little picnic table that was on our site. The toilets were clean and clear instructions are everywhere on how to keep them fresh for everyone. We enjoyed exploring the land and while we didn’t see any animals, it was lovely to see some mushrooms. Plenty of firewood to collect and the $20 of firewood that we purchased was a huge amount and definitely worth the money! Whilst we were on a hill and fell off our chairs a few times, a great flat spot was available for the caravan. We cannot thank Daniel enough for letting us enjoy his land and we highly recommend staying here!

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Tas

April 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

Myself, my partner and our two friends stayed at Dan and Rina’s Kookaburra Ridge Farm over the Easter weekend and had an amazing time! The campsites are extremely spacious and included a fire pit, which we spent a lot of time around. Campsites and toilets were very clean. Dan was very approachable and friendly and recommended us to some great fishing and hiking spots that weren’t too far from camp! Very peaceful and relaxing weekend 😊😊 Thanks again! We have already recommended Kookaburra Ridge Farm to many people!

Riley

April 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

Decent sized space, plenty of green grass. Access to toilets was great. On a little bit of a hill but we managed fine with 5 tents and a gazebo. Daniel was responsive and came to see how we were all travelling!! Would definitely recommend for small or big groups.

Jordan

April 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

This is our new favorite campsite. Site one is a dream! Absolutely beautiful and secluded spot, felt so private. Aside from the driveway in it's fully fenced, so our dogs were able to roam most of the time!

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Shannon

April 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Meeniyan Green Acres Campsite

Very peaceful, surrounded by farmland. Christine is a lovely host.

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Dinuk

April 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Meeniyan Green Acres Campsite

The site was really nice, with open views and flat ground - the land was perfect for us tent campers (group of 8). The picnic table was very convenient, and Christine was very responsive and helpful. We had a lovely stay, and would recommend. Note the site is relatively close to a main road, and there is some minor road noise, but nothing too bad.

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Alex

April 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Kookaburra Ridge Farm Camp

We booked site #1 and really enjoyed its privacy — such a nice place to stay. We ordered firewood for two nights, but the host provided so much that we were able to light a campfire in the mornings too, which made the chilly air much more comfortable. Our little one loved the zip line! We tried fishing in the pond, but unfortunately had no luck. We’d definitely stay here again.

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Samuel

April 2025

6 m travel trailer

With kids

2 nights at Raymond Island Retreat

Love this spot! Quiet and peaceful with wildlife in abundance

Veronica

April 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Meeniyan Green Acres Campsite

Great location and base to set up camp to explore the surrounding area. Sites are flat, mown and very easy to access. Christine was lovely and very knowledgeable about the area and willing to help with any enquiries. My husband enjoyed a few laps around the nearby go-cart track while I kicked back and relaxed. Great rural road/track to walk our kelpie along off lead. Would definitely stay again if in area.

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Tas

March 2025

Tent

With pets

4 nights at Meeniyan Green Acres Campsite

The site was lovely. We had a great view of the sunrise and sunset, and it was a treat to be able to camp next to a paddock of cows. They were greatly amusing to our children. We were also permitted to use the tank water available on site, which was much appreciated as temperatures climbed to 34 degrees over the weekend. Overall a great site that we’d come back to again. The directions were easy to understand and follow, so we got to the campsite with no issues. The site was divided into two, with another small group occupying the front half of the gated area. There was sufficient space for both our group and theirs. The host came to check in with us and provided information about the sites in the local and surrounding areas which was very thoughtful. Thanks Christine for a great stay.