The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Richmond, Victoria

Richmond welcomes campers travelling with pets, offering over 540 pet-friendly options dotted throughout the region. You’ll find everything from grassy paddocks perfect for a game of fetch to creekside clearings where dogs can splash while you set up camp. Prices start as low as $12 a night, with most sites averaging around $50. Top picks include Shacks at Kardella Park (578 reviews), Iron Brook Donkey Farm (555 reviews), and The Fern Glade (347 reviews)—all known for welcoming furry mates. Most sites offer toilets, allow campfires, and put you right in the thick of swimming spots, wildlife-watching, and bushwalking tracks. If your idea of a good camp includes your dog by your side and space to roam, Richmond’s pet-friendly camping scene is hard to beat.

93% (5.6K) • 238 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Richmond

Richmond welcomes campers travelling with pets, offering over 540 pet-friendly options dotted throughout the region. You’ll find everything from grassy paddocks perfect for a game of fetch to creekside clearings where dogs can splash while you set up camp. Prices start as low as $12 a night, with most sites averaging around $50. Top picks include Shacks at Kardella Park (578 reviews), Iron Brook Donkey Farm (555 reviews), and The Fern Glade (347 reviews)—all known for welcoming furry mates. Most sites offer toilets, allow campfires, and put you right in the thick of swimming spots, wildlife-watching, and bushwalking tracks. If your idea of a good camp includes your dog by your side and space to roam, Richmond’s pet-friendly camping scene is hard to beat.

93% (5.6K) • 238 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Richmond

1. The Back Paddocks

99%

(91)

77km from Richmond · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

Your choice of your very own 10 acres of pasture, although you will have to share it with wallabies, bandicoots, a variety of birds and the occasional echidna. Views of Bass Strait and Western Port and walking distance to PHILLIP ISLAND Winery. Only 5 minutes drive to great surf and swimming beaches and 7 minutes to the Penguin Parade. Now for the best part. We are located in the "Dark Sky" of PHILLIP ISLAND, with amazing opportunities for astrophotography or simply stargazing in peace and quiet under the Milky Way, only the sound of distant surf crashing and wind through the trees.

2. Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre

99%

(165)

51km from Richmond · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

A working horse property, with on site coaches and horse trainers. The property is 40 acres, and also is home to numerous kangaroos, wombats, possums, goannas, echidnas, lots of birds and other critters, as well as, of course, lots of horses. We are dog friendly. There is a toilet available. Good access for 2WD and caravans. Drinking water available. Campfires permitted when restrictions not in place. There are lots of attractions nearby, including top class wineries and restaurants, the Warburton walking trail, fantastic mountain bike trails, the Redwood Forest, Kirth Kiln State Park, Bunyip State Park, Mt Donna Buang and the lookout, Ship Rock Falls, 7-acre Rock, Noojee Pub, Cunninghams Pub, Wesburn Pub and Wesburn RSL. Then there are the lovely old towns of Warburton and Healesville, Healesville Sanctuary, Rayners Orchard, the Lotus Gardens in Wesburn, swimming in the Yarra River....the list goes on.

3. Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine

100%

(8)

60km from Richmond · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

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 a few minutes drive 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.

4. Spalding Lodge

54km from Richmond · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

We are located on 5 acres with empty paddock at the back of the property. Power and water available and we allow camp fire when allowed. We are located 5 mins from Avalon airport and 5 mins from Lara Train Station which runs into Geelong and Melbourne. Perfect for Avalon Airshow

5. Anchor Belle Holiday Park

100%

(9)

73km from Richmond · 64 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Our Unique Phillip Island Accommodation in Cowes! Conveniently located just a 90-minute drive from bustling Melbourne and only 2 km from the heart of Cowes. Our park is just a stone’s throw from pristine and safe swimming beaches. Proudly family-operated for over 60 years, we offer all of the convenient facilities to make your stay one to remember. Just 100m to the beautiful beachfront! Indoor swimming pool Jumping Cushion Games Room Pet Friendly (off-peak sites only) Ensuite Powered Sites Playground and Ball Court Kiosk and Conference Room 500m to the boat ramp

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Andrea

1 week ago

5 m Class B

2 nights at Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine

Great 2 nights spent camping in the paddock, Neil and Madge were very friendly and helpful. Plenty of room, great location close to Breweries, Wineries and the beach, will go again. Andrea and Col

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Bec

1 week ago

Tent

With pets

4 nights at Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine

Madge and Neil went above and beyond to ensure we had a great stay at Afton Park. They were friendly and ensured amenities were clean and well stocked. Sites were lovely under the trees of their property and well distanced from the other sites, so was private. My dog absolutely loved her stay there as well, lots of space for her to explore around the site. Would definitely recommend!

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Sarah

1 week ago

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine

Madge and Neil are fantastic hosts. They were kind and generous throughout our stay. They thought of all the creature comforts whilst camping- like a toilet, sink, running water, fire pit etc. Situated on a very spacious property with plenty of room for the kids. We will definitely be back 😊

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Darcey

1 week ago

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine

We had a lovely stay at Madge’s place. Kitchen and toilet facilities were great and we loved how much space there was between us and the other 2 groups. Would definitely recommend.

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Joseph

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Back Paddocks

Lovely spacious spot on Phillip Island, great base for exploring the island. Sharon is very accommodating also, would stay again!

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Emma

2 weeks ago

5 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine

I loved camping in my van with my two dogs at Afton Park! Madge and Neil were so kind and helpful - nothing was too difficult for them. Literally the only thing I could say a word against was the mosquitoes, but they were only bad for one night and then they vanished! Nothing we couldn't handle 😄 A lovely quiet and peaceful stay, only 10 minutes from the beach. Could not recommend highly enough!

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Joshua

2 weeks ago

4 m Class B

Weekend Trip to The Back Paddocks

Amazing will definitely visit again there is just so much room and peace. Was so unexpectedly amazing

Ryan

2 weeks ago

6 m pop-up camper

With pets

4 nights at The Back Paddocks

Wonderful hosts, beautiful views, and all alone due to the size of the paddocks. 2 minute drive to a wonderful surf beach that's super quite (end of the road past the winery). Will absolutely return!

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Niki

2 weeks ago

18 m travel trailer

With kids

2 nights at The Back Paddocks

We absolutely loved our stay at Sharon & Richie’s hip camp! It was so beautiful and peaceful. Richie went out of his way to ensure we found a great spot on his property. We wished we could have stayed longer, it was our favourite spot we stayed in on our recent trip!

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Sharyn

2 weeks ago

6 m Class B

1 night at Afton Park - Heart of the Bellarine

Madges Hipcamp is close to ocean grove/Barwon heads and much of the bellarine. Madge provided clean toilet facilities and a camp kitchen with sink and water, mozzie repellents, cleaning goods. There were rubbish and recycling bins, and fireplaces, one of which was stacked up with wood. The sites are huge and flat with nice shade trees around the outside of the field. There are only four sites to a very large area. Plenty of room to spread out.

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Summer

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre

We had an absolutely amazing stay at the park. The place is very peaceful and secure. There are a lot of horses and other farm animals that added to the charm of the place. We definitely love to come back!

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Kim

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Back Paddocks

Richie and Sharon are amazing hosts, all their spots are highly recommended. Amazing views and close to the winery.

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Summer

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre

A beautiful and peaceful campsite. The owner, Jenny, is also very nice and generous.

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Glynis

November 2025

7 m Class A

2 nights at Anchor Belle Holiday Park

Beautifully clean facilities We enjoyed the indoor pool - lovely and warm Friendly receptionist

Yijing

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre

We really enjoyed our stay. The horses were beautiful to watch, and the campsite was clean and well maintained. Our little white dog even went home looking cleaner than we expected! He also became great friends with Jenny’s dog, which absolutely made our day. Thanks for hosting us, Jenny - we’ll definitely recommend your place and we’d love to return.

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Craig

November 2025

4 m pop-up camper

With pets

4 nights at Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre

We had a wonderful stay at Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre. Being surrounded by such beautiful countryside, horses, roos and rabbits, it was beyond relaxing. We had a couple of great nights around the fire too. Jenny was the perfect host, taking care of us and chatting whilst our doggos played. Jenny's doggo, Whiz, is gorgeous. We'll definitely be back when we're exploring the Yarra Valley again. Highly recommended.

Monica

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre

My Mini Schnauzer and I loved camping at Kiernan. Jenny and team were super friendly. It was really lovely walking around seeing all the horses and nice and peaceful! There is an available fire pit for each camp too!

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Ricardo

June 2025

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre

Relaxing time at Jenny's place! Even the soft rain added to our calm and quiet time. Beautiful property and surroundings, nice to watch the roos and horses wandering around. And Jenny has so many stories and experiences to share! Gracias Jenny!

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Greg

April 2025

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Kiernan Park Equestrian Centre

Loved our stay! Jenny was super accommodating and we greatly enjoyed the time in nature, spotting kangaroos and spending time with the horses. Spent some time visiting Warburton. Thanks Jenny, we will definitely be coming back!

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Brooke

April 2025

6 m travel trailer

3 nights at Anchor Belle Holiday Park

Anchor Belle is such a great place to stay. It is in a great location. The amenities at the property are really good and the staff are super friendly.