The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Culburra Beach, New South Wales

Camping with pets in Culburra Beach means you’ve got over 490 choices, from bushland clearings to creekside sites. Average stays run around $80 per night, but you can snag a spot for as little as $27. Most sites welcome pets and come with basics like toilets and showers—no need to rough it. Favourites include Babbling Brook 4WD Camping (348 reviews), where you’ll find easy river access and plenty of shade; Buxton Getaway (268 reviews) for quiet nights and paddocks that your dog will love; and Grady's Riverside Retreat (241 reviews) for swimming, fishing, and riverside walks. Locals bring their dogs, kids, and even horses—horseback-riding, swimming, and wildlife-watching are standard. Bring your lead, pack up the food bowl, and explore the kind of camping Culburra Beach does best: relaxed, pet-friendly, and never far from water.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Culburra Beach

Camping with pets in Culburra Beach means you’ve got over 490 choices, from bushland clearings to creekside sites. Average stays run around $80 per night, but you can snag a spot for as little as $27. Most sites welcome pets and come with basics like toilets and showers—no need to rough it. Favourites include Babbling Brook 4WD Camping (348 reviews), where you’ll find easy river access and plenty of shade; Buxton Getaway (268 reviews) for quiet nights and paddocks that your dog will love; and Grady's Riverside Retreat (241 reviews) for swimming, fishing, and riverside walks. Locals bring their dogs, kids, and even horses—horseback-riding, swimming, and wildlife-watching are standard. Bring your lead, pack up the food bowl, and explore the kind of camping Culburra Beach does best: relaxed, pet-friendly, and never far from water.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Culburra Beach

1. Pheasant Ground

96%

(249)

38km from Culburra Beach · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Situated just off Jamberoo Mountain Road, we are ideally located between Bowral and Kiama. This campsite is a flat grassy area with rural views to the west and north west. Enjoy the lush green grass under the shade of old gnarly trees. Dogs on leashes are very welcome. Campers will have access to toilet during their stay, just a short walk from the camping area. Various birds, wombats and wallabies are common around our farm and we're located very close to Carrington Falls (Budderoo National Park), the Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk and Barren Grounds Nature Reserve where you can go for a lovely bushwalk or have a swim. This campsite is best suited to caravans or RVs as we are situated near a semi-busy tourist road between Robertson and Jamberoo (perfect if you need a safe place to stay on your adventure). Our front paddock has easy access off Gordon’s track.

2. Big Bell Farm

82%

(14)

28km from Culburra Beach · 4 sites · RVs

At Big Bell Farm, we understand that you want a holiday where you can relax, unwind, and enjoy the views. Nestled in amongst farmland and national parks, Big Bell Farm can deliver. We are a family and pet friendly farm stay, offering camping and cabin accommodation. You can walk your dog along the creek, or discover breathtaking views on one of the many surrounding walking tracks. As the day comes to an end, you may find yourself enjoying a family barbeque dinner, all surrounding a beautiful campfire, while taking in the stars above in the night sky. At Big Bell Farm, we pride ourselves on being a carbon-neutral place. We consume as little energy as possible, and offset any remaining carbon emissions by planting more trees around the farm. Accessibility is no issue for us, as we also provide wheelchair access with some of our cabins. The property is located just 5 minutes from the town of Kangaroo Valley. Two hours’ drive from Sydney or Canberra. If food is your thing, take a chef led class, enjoy the freshest of local produce . In the village, fill up on lovingly made yummies at one of the many cafes. Explore pioneer history at the museum or browse the shops for treats or gifts.

from

AU$97

/ night

3. Oak Hill.

98%

(45)

67km from Culburra Beach · 1 site · Tent, RV

Welcome to our slice of paradise! We are a cattle and flower farm located in Hill Top NSW. Close to Mittagong and Bowral but far enough to enjoy the countryside and local bush walks. Our property is located in Hill Top in the Southern Highlands region of NSW. We are just over an hour from Sydney CBD and within easy reach of all the great towns and beautiful scenery this area has to offer. Enjoy a campfire in the cool evenings along with some brilliant star gazing. Ample firewood provided plus farm fresh eggs can be purchased.

4. Highlander

67km from Culburra Beach · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

Escape to the Southern Highlands: Nature, Animals & Stunning Views! Experience the charm of the Southern Highlands on our picturesque property, perched at 800 m elevation and surrounded by lush pine forests. Wander through rolling fields, relax by sparkling dams, and soak in breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the distant Blue Mountains. Meet our friendly horses and cows—you’re welcome to feed and interact with them, making this a perfect escape for animal lovers and families alike. Whether you’re here for stargazing, nature walks, or simply a peaceful retreat, our property offers a serene and unforgettable getaway. Come for the views, stay for the tranquility, and leave with memories that last a lifetime.

from

AU$73

/ night

5. Secret Valley

97%

(16)

34km from Culburra Beach · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

Our lovely piece of paradise nestled between the hills in Yerriyong State Forest is waiting for you to come and enjoy the peaceful sounds of nature! Surrounded by beautiful flowing creeks, lookouts, caves, rainforests, billabongs, mountains just a short drive/ride away. Explore the surrounding state forest in 4x4, on motorbike or horseback, push bike or hiking. Even catch your own freshwater crayfish ! Some of the best beaches in Jervis Bay and Sussex Inlet only 20 minutes drive away. You won’t be disappointed. We have tent sits and caravan sites available. Please advise upon booking, which site you require. We have a lovely flowing creek through our property, your choice of camp sites, fire pit, firewood. Grassy sunny areas and shady grassed areas. Self guided walks throughout the property to explore the creek, mountain and mini rainforest. You must be self sufficient as there are no toilets or showers available and please take all rubbish with you. We are located 8 kilometres off the Princes Highway and we DO recommend 4wd as there is 5 kilometres of rough dirt road with 3 creek crossings that can be flooded in heavy rains. Dogs are accepted but Must be kept on a leash as we have an abundance of wildlife, wallabies, kangaroos, wombats and birds, as well as our own dogs, horses, pigs, goats and a cat. Please be aware of wombat holes. As well as snakes.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Stephen

5 days ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Secret Valley

Awesome campsite tucked away 30 mins from Jervis Bay. Very well maintained, the hosts Lisa and Lance are super welcoming and friendly, and were waiting for us when we arrived late at night. Would recommend travelling there in daylight as the road can be tricky to navigate and there is a shallow creek you have to cross, but instructions given to us were very clear. The peace and quiet this place provides is something else.

Andy

2 weeks ago

9 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Oak Hill.

Great spot for a stop over, close to most things. Turn off the highway can be tricky as the Number is on the gate which was open so we couldn’t see it. Well maintained, private and peaceful may take a bit to level up though. Somewhere in Hilltop there’s a Fox with my Flip Flop! Cheeky buggers nicked one during the night so keep your shoe’s in! We’re still laughing about it.

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Joanna

December 2025

7 m Class A

1 night at Oak Hill.

Our host was great to communicate with and provided us with a nice stay.

P

December 2025

7 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Oak Hill.

Enjoyed our weekend stay. The area amongst the long grass we stayed on was mowed. Some light traffic noise from nearby main road. Firewood extra was good.

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Britta

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

Great spot! Super easy to find. We were only two, but the spots were so big and would be amazing for a bigger group too. Fire pits were awesome. Super close to lots of beautiful areas with swimming spots and walks. Short walk to flushing toilet.

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John

November 2025

3 m Class B

With kids

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

Cliff was very accommodating and very responsive to text communication

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Andrew

November 2025

4 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

Nice little spot to camp. We enjoyed the stay, other then some light road noise it was peaceful and relaxing at the site.

Arthur

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

Peaceful and well kept, toilet was more of a drive away rather than a short walk from this campsite but that kept us away from the road and the noise at night. Toilet was really clean!

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Chris

November 2025

6 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

Cliff was great to deal with. We loved sitting around the fire enjoying the peace.

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Lavinia

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

lovely spot very huge and private! we went as a couple and it was very pleasant :) the owner was super fast responsive on our enquires.

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LUIS ALONSO

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

Cliffs helps us a lot cutting a tree so we could set up the camping trailer. Thanks mate.

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andre

October 2025

5 m car

With pets

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

Nice and secluded spot we had. Close to lots of national parks and walks

Donna

October 2025

3 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Secret Valley

Amazing spot! So tranquil and peaceful. The hosts were terrific and couldn’t be more helpful. 5 stars 🌟

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Arawyn

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

Such an awesome campsite, completely secluded but accessible to the toilet. A lovely cleared and well maintained area, with a lovely host 😁

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Eric

October 2025

5 m car

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

Can't speak highly enough of Cliff and his site. The campsite is super large and spacious with all the basics we needed. The price was excellent and Cliff is super friendly and lovely

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Jen

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

Beautiful spot, secluded and private. Very close to walking tracks and creek nearby.

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Tom

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Secret Valley

Lovely campsite, a bit harder to get to, but worth it.

Lisa

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

We had a lovely short stay at Cliff's property. The little Glenn was set back from the road and hidden behind trees. We could hear the traffic from the main road but it wasn't much and very quiet through the night. Perfect sized space for our car, tent and a campfire. The toilet is a bit of a walk but nice to have a flushing loo when needed. Perfect base for us to spend the weekend hiking in the nearby national park.

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Taya

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

My group of 10 had an absolutely fantastic time at the Missingham Creek site. It felt private but roomy and had nice flat ground with grassy spots so it was easy to pitch our tents. Cliff was kind and responsive when we messaged him for some more help finding the toilets and with info about the fire before arriving. Could do with some signage to find the toilets and on the outside.

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Peppa

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Pheasant Ground

I loved camping here it was definitely one of the best spots we’ve been to. The location was terrific, not far from In town or far from waterfalls. Definitely recommend!