The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Mount Waverley, Victoria

Camping with your pets around Mount Waverley is straightforward, with over 590 options that welcome furry companions. This area caters to travellers who don’t want to leave their pets behind, offering sites where you can light a campfire, find a toilet, and let your dog stretch their legs. Prices start at just $12 a night, with an average stay sitting around $51. Locals swear by sites like Shacks at Kardella Park (578 reviews), Iron Brook Donkey Farm (555 reviews), and The Fern Glade (347 reviews). Expect grassy paddocks, bush trails, and the occasional curious donkey. Horseback-riding, swimming holes, and fishing spots are common, so there’s plenty to do between walks with your four-legged mate. If you’re after a spot that’s pet-friendly and easy to access, you’ll find it here—no need to compromise on comfort or convenience.

93% (5K)

Top-rated campgrounds

Camping with your pets around Mount Waverley is straightforward, with over 590 options that welcome furry companions. This area caters to travellers who don’t want to leave their pets behind, offering sites where you can light a campfire, find a toilet, and let your dog stretch their legs. Prices start at just $12 a night, with an average stay sitting around $51. Locals swear by sites like Shacks at Kardella Park (578 reviews), Iron Brook Donkey Farm (555 reviews), and The Fern Glade (347 reviews). Expect grassy paddocks, bush trails, and the occasional curious donkey. Horseback-riding, swimming holes, and fishing spots are common, so there’s plenty to do between walks with your four-legged mate. If you’re after a spot that’s pet-friendly and easy to access, you’ll find it here—no need to compromise on comfort or convenience.

93% (5K)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Foxes Den

100%

(71)

68km from Mount Waverley · 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. Summerhill Vineyard

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(149)

44km from Mount Waverley · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Yarra Junction Wesburn, VIC

Welcome to Summerhill Vineyard! Pitch your tent or park your camper on a private, elevated position overlooking vineyards, farmland and surrounding mountain ranges. Enjoy plenty of space and peace and quiet. The campsite is located on the edge of our 32-acre vineyard, on a 120-acre property. Guests are welcome to take a walk amongst the vines, subject to vineyard operations during the season of course. All guests must be self-sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. Campfires are welcome in the fire pit provided. Fire restrictions in place during your stay must be observed. Firewood is available for purchase from a neighbour, located opposite the entrance to Summerhill Road. 4wd accessible during the wetter months and 2wd during the drier months. You are welcome to bring your dog, just please note that the area is unfenced. We have a mob of kangaroos that visit and cattle and horses reside here also. We ask that our guests display responsible pet ownership at all times. Summerhill Vineyard is located in the Upper Yarra region of the Yarra Valley. We are a 5-minute drive from Yarra Junction township, with supermarkets, butchers and a small shopping precinct. The picturesque township of Warburton is just over 7kms away. Restaurants, cafes, and wineries are all a short drive from here. Yarra Ranges National Park is also on our door step. We are a 1hr 15mins drive from Melbourne, though Summerhill Vineyard will have you feeling a world away. The Yarra Valley offers quality local food and wine, breathtaking scenery, walks, cycling tracks, and tourist destinations like Healesville Sanctuary, Lotus Water Gardens, Warburton Rail Trail and much more. Or.....you can chill out and just enjoy the serenity and views from your campsite. My family live on the property, close to 1/2km from the campsite, far enough away for your complete privacy, or close enough if you need us! Mobile network coverage at Summerhill Vineyard, in all areas, is good. Please note you have up to 3 days or 72 hours before the start of your booking to "CHANGE DATES or CANCEL" your booking for a full refund minus Hipcamp fees.

3. By the Cathedral

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(109)

75km from Mount Waverley · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · Buxton, VIC

35 acres of mostly cleared land Native wildlife - kangaroos, wombats Exotic wildlife Deer Great sunrise/sunset views Quiet Large Dam for fishing and swimming with natural creek running through the property Feed the horses Central to bushwalking, Local Townships of Marysville, Buxton and Alexandra

4. Barrm Birrm Park

64km from Mount Waverley · 1 site · Tent · Sunbury, VIC

Private property nestled in the Barrm Birrm Nature Reserve, this spot is ideal for hikers looking for a secluded escape that is still close to Melbourne. The site is on a 'street' disguised as a goat track, and is only accessible by foot. It's around 500m from the (drivable) dirt road. The site is close enough to town to get excellent mobile coverage (and supplies!). There is a permanent picnic table on the site and nothing else. We only hire the site out to one group at a time, so you know you'll have the whole acre to yourself. A fire can be lit only in strict accordance with local restrictions, so be sure to check the current requirements. Barrm Birrm is a special place, full of wildlife and native vegetation, so we ask that you leave the place exactly as you found it. There are no toilets or water close by, so prepare accordingly. ;) Please enjoy this gorgeous space as much as we do.

5. Little River Camp

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(134)

60km from Mount Waverley · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Little River, VIC

The property features 150 acres of open flat grass with trees peppered around boundaries, and peaceful views of the mountains close by. We are located close to the township of Little River, made famous for movies that were produced here including Mad Max and The Dress Maker. We offer several campsites suited to self-contained campers who bring their own camping toilet/shower, and drinking water supply. Not too far from here you will find the You Yangs, which are the geological signature to Melbourne's western horizon. This low-lying mound of hills is a truly ancient upwelling of granite, having formed more than 350 million years ago. There are some great places here to explore, with options for mountain bike trails, horse-riding trails, orienteering areas, picnic grounds and even a nearby paint ball place! Your dog is welcome. Campfires permitted (when not in fireban season). Farm on left side ( entering gifkins rd) with double gate with Digital Lock System, so you need New code every time ( entering and leaving farm) digital code change every 5 mint. sorry for any inconvenience.

Stories from the community

Jess

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Summerhill Vineyard

we absolutely loved staying at Tonia’s beautiful vineyard, would recommend this spot to anyone and will definitely be coming back! Tonia was lovely in waiting for us to help direct us to the site, thank you for having us!!

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Peter

2 weeks 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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Dee

3 weeks ago

7 m travel trailer

4 nights at Little River Camp

Nobody else in site. Plenty of room if other campers arrive (no need to camp right on top of each other lile I've experienced elsewhere). The Little River pub is not far away and the do awesome beef ribs and cold beers. Cheers

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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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Bruce

November 2025

7 m pop-up camper

3 nights at By the Cathedral

Great location, fantastic hosts and beautiful campground.

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Narelle

November 2025

5 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to By the Cathedral

Great spot , loads of room fantastic views . The hosts were awesome. Nothing was too much trouble. We would definitely recommend and we will definitely be going back .

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Joseph

November 2025

6 m travel trailer

Group trip

4 nights at By the Cathedral

Great spot with view of Cathedral Ranges. Host was great.

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Rod

November 2025

6 m travel trailer

Group trip

4 nights at By the Cathedral

Nice vista looking at cathedral ranges, friendly hosts would stay again

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Rebecca

November 2025

9 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to By the Cathedral

Loved our 2nd visit back to by the cathedral. Relaxing and peaceful.

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Laura

November 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at By the Cathedral

Lovely quiet spot. Great view of the Cathedral ranges. Lots of space for kids to ride around, and we really enjoyed the dam and paddle boards. Hosts were extremely responsive and accomodating, and we were welcomed and shown around on arrival. We really appreciated being able to stay at such a beautiful spacious place. Thanks!

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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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Robert

November 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Little River Camp

Very quiet, total silence at night. Although on Sunday morning the shooting range nearby is quite busy.

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John

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Little River Camp

I enjoyed my stay at Little River camp. Nothing better than waking up hearing the birds, sheeps and the roos. The place is only 30-40 mins away from the western suburbs but it’s very large, quiet and away from all the city life. Plenty of spots to choose from and the view of the farm, hills and its wildlife are magnificent. Hosts are very helpful and responsive. Would definitely be back here and recommend 👍🏼

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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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David

November 2025

6 m travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to By the Cathedral

Amazing location, with the cathedral ranges as a backdrop.

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Tom

November 2025

6 m travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to By the Cathedral

Great spot and view of cathedral ranges. Hosts were great.

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Andrew

November 2025

6 m pop-up camper

2 nights at Little River Camp

Nice and quiet space secluded and safe shooting range next door but they don't start till 9 and finished early.

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Chris

October 2025

12 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Summerhill Vineyard

Tonya met us at the gate and guided us through her beautiful property to our tranquil campsite in the vines. Up at our site we felt we had acres of picturesque landscape all to ourselves. The fog over the vines in the morning, the crimson sunsets over the vines and everything else in between. We could have stayed forever!!

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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