The best dog-friendly camping in New Zealand

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Bringing your pet along for a camping trip in New Zealand is refreshingly straightforward, with over 40 pet-friendly campsites scattered across the country. Expect grassy paddocks, riverside clearings, and bush-fringed meadows where dogs are welcome. Prices start as low as $12 a night, with the average hovering around $25. Campfires are allowed at many sites, and you’ll usually find basics like toilets and showers. Fishing, swimming, and horseback riding are common ways to fill your days. Top picks include Sommerfeldt Farm (5 reviews), Camp in nature close to Hobbiton (5 reviews), and Hubbys retreat (3 reviews). Spots like these make it easy to travel with your furry mate—just check individual site rules before you book.

98% (22)

Top-rated campgrounds near New Zealand

1. Camp in nature close to Hobbiton

100%
(6)
2 sites · Tents, RVs · Tauranga
Our place is a private location for a few guests that are preferably self-contained (we are living off grid). We do have water on the land and you can access our Starlink internet at our cabin. Other than that, you'll have cell coverage almost everywhere on the property. You'll love staying here because it has amazing views and scenery as it is close to native forests, rivers, streams and waterfalls. We have several spots on the property available, so you'll have privacy if you want. As it is located directly at the State Highway 29, it's easily accessible, and we have gravel and dirt roads through the property. The property is in the midst of nature, yet close to major towns such as Tauranga (20 min), Cambridge (45 min), Hamilton (1 hour). We are also only about 30 min away from Hobbiton (Matamata). We have several chicken and are happy to provide eggs for an additional charge. We also have a very friendly dog and she will want to say "hi" to you. You're welcome to use a composting toilet and warm shower. If you come before 11 am, we give you a tour around the property as well. The price is for 2 people, please let us know if there are more of you.
Toilets
Showers
Potable water
from 
NZ$36
 / night

4. Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

345 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Whitianga
**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.** Welcome to Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park A multi-award-winning holiday park only 700m from the world-renowned Hot Water Beach. 9 different accommodation options to suit any holidaymaker. Year-round heated pool complex and a vast array of facilities, events and amenities found nowhere else on the Coromandel. Why stay at Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park? BEST RATES AND DEALS It is always cheaper to book with us. On top of that we have some great deals on accommodation, especially in the shoulder seasons. ACCOMMODATION FOR ALL Apartment, Villas, Cabins, Units, Camping & more. We have accommodation options to suit any style & budget. MEMORIES FOR LIFE With heaps of events & our central location to all the best spots on the Coromandel you will leave having created memories that will last a lifetime.
Toilets
Showers
Full hookups
from 
NZ$63
 / night

13. Hampshire Holidays Parks Arrowtown

171 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Arrowtown
**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.**Steeped in history and charm, Arrowtown is a must-see. Hampshire Holiday Parks – Arrowtown offers the perfect location to explore this unique goldmining town. Arrowtown is an old gold mining town near Queenstown which was built on the banks of the Arrow River in 1862. The town is renowned for its stunning autumn colours and rich history. Our Arrowtown Holiday Park is a great base so you can explore this unique town and the surrounding area. Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown is just a few minutes’ walk from the town centre with its beautiful, restored buildings, specialty restaurants and unique shops. Arrowtown centre – 600m Chinese settlement – 1km Arrowtown Golf Club – 2km Queenstown – 20 minutes Coronet Peak Ski Resort – 20 minutes Wanaka – 50 minutes Our Arrowtown Holiday Park has a variety of accommodations that will suit all budgets – from our fully self-contained tourist flats, ensuite studios, lodge rooms, to powered sites, tent sites and electric vehicle sites.
Electrical hookup
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from 
NZ$31
 / night

14. Queenstown Lakeview Holiday Park

120 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Queenstown
**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.** Queenstown blends natural beauty with adventure. Queenstown Lakeview Holiday Park puts you close to town, attractions, and alpine scenery. Queenstown Lakeview Holiday Park offers a wide range of accommodation options for your holiday in Queenstown including self-contained units, one-bedroom studios and open plan studios. Our extensive camping area offers sites suitable for campervans, caravans, tenting, and are supported by modern, well serviced facilities. Queenstown sits on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and is set against the dramatic Alps of New Zealand’s South Island. Other than its undeniable beauty, the resort town is known as the adrenaline capital of the world, popular with adventure seekers all year round. Our holiday park boasts a central location so you can easily discover all that Queenstown has to offer. Queenstown Lakeview Holiday Park is just a few minutes’ walk from the town center, lakefront and many of the local iconic attractions, including the Skyline Gondola and Luge.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from 
NZ$73
 / night

17. @ The Paddock - free unlimited WIFI

4 sites · RVs · Napier, NZ
@ The Paddock – Secure, Pet-Friendly Parkover for Self-Contained Campers – Free Wi-Fi Welcome to “The Paddock”, a privately owned, well-maintained and secure parkover site just minutes from central Napier. It’s perfect for certified self-contained vehicles, offering peace of mind, unlimited free Wi-Fi, and a relaxed stay — all with no host on-site. ✅ Secure and gated with CCTV ✅ Free unlimited Wi-Fi (strong outdoor aerial) ✅ Pets and horses welcome (conditions apply) ✅ Self check-in with gate code ✅ Flat, mowed paddock ✅ Central Napier location The Space “The Paddock” is ideal for campers travelling in a certified self-contained vehicle including a motorhome, campervan, RV, caravan or converted bus. It’s a quiet, flat grassy space, gated and fenced for safety, with no staff on site. You're free to come and go independently using the gate access code provided after booking. No toilets, water, or showers Strictly for self-contained vehicles only Not suitable for tents or permanent camping One vehicle per booking only Guest Access You’ll receive a message with the gate access code after booking. Free parking anywhere in the paddock (please avoid blocking shed roller doors).
from 
NZ$16
 / night

Bringing your pet along for a camping trip in New Zealand is refreshingly straightforward, with over 40 pet-friendly campsites scattered across the country. Expect grassy paddocks, riverside clearings, and bush-fringed meadows where dogs are welcome. Prices start as low as $12 a night, with the average hovering around $25. Campfires are allowed at many sites, and you’ll usually find basics like toilets and showers. Fishing, swimming, and horseback riding are common ways to fill your days. Top picks include Sommerfeldt Farm (5 reviews), Camp in nature close to Hobbiton (5 reviews), and Hubbys retreat (3 reviews). Spots like these make it easy to travel with your furry mate—just check individual site rules before you book.

98% (22)

Top-rated campgrounds near New Zealand

1. Camp in nature close to Hobbiton

100%
(6)
2 sites · Tents, RVs · Tauranga
Our place is a private location for a few guests that are preferably self-contained (we are living off grid). We do have water on the land and you can access our Starlink internet at our cabin. Other than that, you'll have cell coverage almost everywhere on the property. You'll love staying here because it has amazing views and scenery as it is close to native forests, rivers, streams and waterfalls. We have several spots on the property available, so you'll have privacy if you want. As it is located directly at the State Highway 29, it's easily accessible, and we have gravel and dirt roads through the property. The property is in the midst of nature, yet close to major towns such as Tauranga (20 min), Cambridge (45 min), Hamilton (1 hour). We are also only about 30 min away from Hobbiton (Matamata). We have several chicken and are happy to provide eggs for an additional charge. We also have a very friendly dog and she will want to say "hi" to you. You're welcome to use a composting toilet and warm shower. If you come before 11 am, we give you a tour around the property as well. The price is for 2 people, please let us know if there are more of you.
Toilets
Showers
Potable water
from 
NZ$36
 / night

4. Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

345 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Whitianga
**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.** Welcome to Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park A multi-award-winning holiday park only 700m from the world-renowned Hot Water Beach. 9 different accommodation options to suit any holidaymaker. Year-round heated pool complex and a vast array of facilities, events and amenities found nowhere else on the Coromandel. Why stay at Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park? BEST RATES AND DEALS It is always cheaper to book with us. On top of that we have some great deals on accommodation, especially in the shoulder seasons. ACCOMMODATION FOR ALL Apartment, Villas, Cabins, Units, Camping & more. We have accommodation options to suit any style & budget. MEMORIES FOR LIFE With heaps of events & our central location to all the best spots on the Coromandel you will leave having created memories that will last a lifetime.
Toilets
Showers
Full hookups
from 
NZ$63
 / night

13. Hampshire Holidays Parks Arrowtown

171 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Arrowtown
**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.**Steeped in history and charm, Arrowtown is a must-see. Hampshire Holiday Parks – Arrowtown offers the perfect location to explore this unique goldmining town. Arrowtown is an old gold mining town near Queenstown which was built on the banks of the Arrow River in 1862. The town is renowned for its stunning autumn colours and rich history. Our Arrowtown Holiday Park is a great base so you can explore this unique town and the surrounding area. Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown is just a few minutes’ walk from the town centre with its beautiful, restored buildings, specialty restaurants and unique shops. Arrowtown centre – 600m Chinese settlement – 1km Arrowtown Golf Club – 2km Queenstown – 20 minutes Coronet Peak Ski Resort – 20 minutes Wanaka – 50 minutes Our Arrowtown Holiday Park has a variety of accommodations that will suit all budgets – from our fully self-contained tourist flats, ensuite studios, lodge rooms, to powered sites, tent sites and electric vehicle sites.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from 
NZ$31
 / night

14. Queenstown Lakeview Holiday Park

120 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Queenstown
**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.** Queenstown blends natural beauty with adventure. Queenstown Lakeview Holiday Park puts you close to town, attractions, and alpine scenery. Queenstown Lakeview Holiday Park offers a wide range of accommodation options for your holiday in Queenstown including self-contained units, one-bedroom studios and open plan studios. Our extensive camping area offers sites suitable for campervans, caravans, tenting, and are supported by modern, well serviced facilities. Queenstown sits on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and is set against the dramatic Alps of New Zealand’s South Island. Other than its undeniable beauty, the resort town is known as the adrenaline capital of the world, popular with adventure seekers all year round. Our holiday park boasts a central location so you can easily discover all that Queenstown has to offer. Queenstown Lakeview Holiday Park is just a few minutes’ walk from the town center, lakefront and many of the local iconic attractions, including the Skyline Gondola and Luge.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from 
NZ$73
 / night

17. @ The Paddock - free unlimited WIFI

4 sites · RVs · Napier, NZ
@ The Paddock – Secure, Pet-Friendly Parkover for Self-Contained Campers – Free Wi-Fi Welcome to “The Paddock”, a privately owned, well-maintained and secure parkover site just minutes from central Napier. It’s perfect for certified self-contained vehicles, offering peace of mind, unlimited free Wi-Fi, and a relaxed stay — all with no host on-site. ✅ Secure and gated with CCTV ✅ Free unlimited Wi-Fi (strong outdoor aerial) ✅ Pets and horses welcome (conditions apply) ✅ Self check-in with gate code ✅ Flat, mowed paddock ✅ Central Napier location The Space “The Paddock” is ideal for campers travelling in a certified self-contained vehicle including a motorhome, campervan, RV, caravan or converted bus. It’s a quiet, flat grassy space, gated and fenced for safety, with no staff on site. You're free to come and go independently using the gate access code provided after booking. No toilets, water, or showers Strictly for self-contained vehicles only Not suitable for tents or permanent camping One vehicle per booking only Guest Access You’ll receive a message with the gate access code after booking. Free parking anywhere in the paddock (please avoid blocking shed roller doors).
from 
NZ$16
 / night

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