The best dog-friendly campgrounds in Macedon Ranges

Looking to go camping in the picturesque Macedon Ranges of Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp! With 39 options specifically tailored for pet lovers, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for you and your furry friend. From the stunning Dromkeen Macdeon Ranges with 134 reviews to the peaceful Kyneton Quiet Camp Out with 43 reviews and the stunning Hanging Rock Vistas with 34 reviews, there's no shortage of top-rated campsites to choose from. Plus, with popular facilities like potable water, cooking equipment, and rubbish facilities, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Whether you're looking to go swimming, enjoy some autumn fun, or do some wildlife watching, the Macedon Ranges has it all. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Macedon Ranges

Looking to go camping in the picturesque Macedon Ranges of Australia? Look no further than Hipcamp! With 39 options specifically tailored for pet lovers, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for you and your furry friend. From the stunning Dromkeen Macdeon Ranges with 134 reviews to the peaceful Kyneton Quiet Camp Out with 43 reviews and the stunning Hanging Rock Vistas with 34 reviews, there's no shortage of top-rated campsites to choose from. Plus, with popular facilities like potable water, cooking equipment, and rubbish facilities, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Whether you're looking to go swimming, enjoy some autumn fun, or do some wildlife watching, the Macedon Ranges has it all. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Macedon Ranges

1. Boulder Brook Valley

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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. Summerleigh Homestead, circa 1876

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6 sites · Tents, RVs · Monegeetta, VIC

Summerleigh Homestead is a historic property located on Deep Creek Valley, 10 minutes southeast of Romsey and an hour from the CBD of Melbourne. Deep Creek Valley is characterised by majestic views and steep rocky declines, carved over millennia by the permanently flowing Deep Creek, originating in the Great Dividing Range and eventually becoming the mighty Yarra River in Melbourne. Below the Homestead, in the valley, along the banks of Deep Creek, are four designated and generously sized camp sites, offering two types of camping. All only suitable for 4WD or SUV access. - Sambar : one larger caravan or two tents / rooftop vehicles site, located on Deep Creek (half-) island. A premier site. - Red : one larger caravan or two tents / rooftop vehicles, located next to Sambar. - Fallow : a one family tent site, or two small hiking tents. - Hog : one hiking tent camp with limited vehicle access.

3. Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park

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26 sites · Tents, RVs · Castlemaine, VIC

BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park is a peaceful, private oasis in the heart of the vibrant Victorian Goldfields town of Castlemaine, just 90 minutes from Melbourne. It adjoins Castlemaine’s beautiful 25-hectare Botanical Gardens and the parkland setting, trees, breezes, and birdlife provide a magical holiday backdrop. A winner of multiple tourism awards, BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens offers accommodation options for a fun-filled family holiday, a perfect romantic retreat, or a leisurely getaway with friends. You’ll find luxury glamping, spacious villas, a luxury accessible villa, and comfortable cabins, as well as picturesque, pet-friendly powered and unpowered sites. The park enjoys an unsurpassed location. The Botanical Gardens and adjoining nature reserve are the perfect location for an early morning run, a summer picnic, or a visit with the children to an innovative, creative play space. Directly across the road is the popular artisan Mill Complex, with its range of gourmet food outlets, brewery, Viennese-themed coffee house, winery, vintage bazaar, artisan workshops, and much more. To top it off, a couple of friendly country pubs are also just a stroll away. Castlemaine is the perfect base from which to explore Victoria’s Goldfields region and its history, arts culture, renowned wineries (the big reds are especially noted), and spectacular landscapes. The regional city of Bendigo, with its magnificent Goldfields-era architecture, parks, events, and festivals, is an easy half-hour drive away, and towns like Maldon, Clunes, Harcourt, Creswick, Kyneton, Malmsbury, Daylesford and Hepburn are all nearby, offering a choice of wonderful day-trips on scenic back roads. If you’d like to stay closer to your home away from home, BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens is a comfortable 15-minute walk from the center of town. Enjoy Castlemaine’s architecture, coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques and markets. Visit the iconic Theatre Royal, the oldest continually operating theatre on Australia’s mainland, and explore the various beer gardens, pubs, and galleries around the town. For lovers of the great outdoors, there is almost too much to choose from. There are extensive bushland walking and cycling tracks around Castlemaine and further afield, including the renowned Goldfields Track. There is also the 1,400-hectare Mt Alexander Regional Park for bushwalks, picnics, lookouts, and local wildlife. For kids, Castlemaine and the surrounding region is nature’s playground. Get outdoors and explore historic goldmines, rock climbing, watering holes, and family-friendly bike trails and walking tracks. There's also plenty to enjoy at BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park, including a sensory garden designed to connect our guests with the sights, sounds, and scents of nature, a school holiday activity program, and a fun-filled Games Room. Special family holiday moments can be shared around our pizza oven and BBQ, in the "Bush Hut” Camp Kitchen, or sitting around a campfire on a winter's evening. Come and stay in a magical holiday park in the heart of Victoria’s Goldfields and explore a region that truly has something for everyone to enjoy! BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens acknowledges the Dja Dja Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation who are the Traditional Custodians of this land on which we work. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia. We recognize their continuous relationship to the land and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging

4. The View At Blowhole Road

1 site · Tent, RV · Hepburn, VIC

Welcome to our peaceful hilltop retreat, nestled on the serene Blowhole Road in Hepburn. Our property offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape, providing a perfect blend of tranquility and natural beauty. Just a 5-minute drive to Daylesford and 3 minutes to Hepburn Springs, you'll have easy access to local attractions, dining, and the famous Hepburn Bathhouse. The location is ideal for those seeking a quiet escape, with the added bonus of being a short walk to the Blowhole Picnic Area – a lovely spot to enjoy nature. Whether you’re here to relax and take in the views or explore the local sights, our property is a perfect base for a getaway. Come unwind in this peaceful corner of the world, where nature meets comfort.

5. Book A Paddock

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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!

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Andy

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Boulder Brook Valley

This was our second 🦊 Camp for our end of year celebrations at this spot. Great choicec once again. Secluded, quiet, well set out campsite to be able support a group of young guys have a great time to blow off a little steam at the end of a very busy year. BBQ'ing, swimming in the fantastic billabong, camp fires, beer, whiskey, music, impromptu cricket match and lots of laughs were had by all. Thanks once again to our host Michael for allowing us to utilise his property once again. Andy & The 🦊 Cubs at Fox Mowing & Gardening The Hills

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Ross

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Boulder Brook Valley

We loved camping at the Boulder Brook Valley. Beautiful nature so close to the city. Nice setup, with flowing water, and the pergola was very handy. The planes didn't really bother us.

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Jenny

December 2025

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

December 2025

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

November 2025

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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Ashleigh

November 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Book A Paddock

Incredible stay! Beautiful scenes! Cannot recommend it any higher! Can’t wait to come back!

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Ashleigh

November 2025

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

November 2025

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

November 2025

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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Philippa

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park

We stayed at an unpowered site. Bit tight on space with our large tent setup and annex but the managers were very helpful in allowing us to park our car elsewhere. Clean and neat facilities and being next to the botanical gardens was a plus. Kids enjoyed the facilities and being a long weekend, us adults enoyed the special coffee and cocktail van. Would 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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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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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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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.

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Grace

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Book A Paddock

Another great camping trip on Belinda’s land. Beautiful site with flat grounds with tall trees surrounding the paddock blocking strong winds. Thanks Belinda for letting us stay again on your land. We had a wonderful stay.