The best dog-friendly camping near Launceston

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Looking for a camping adventure near Launceston, Tasmania that's pet-friendly? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 748 options in the area that welcome pets, you're sure to find the perfect spot for you and your furry friend. Plus, with an average price per night of $15 and options as low as $5, you won't break the bank. Check out some of our top campsites like Sherwood River Camp (277 reviews), Blythe River Campground (178 reviews), and The Y at Badger Head (142 reviews) to see why they're so popular. And don't worry about amenities - our campsites have everything you need, from cooking equipment to potable water and toilets. Whether you're into wind sports, off-roading, or wildlife watching, you'll find it all near Launceston, Tasmania. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Launceston

1. Latrobe Mersey River Caravan Park

100%
(5)
65km from Launceston · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Located near Devonport, in Latrobe, this park offers accommodation options for motoring tourists. Being only 8 km upstream from the Melbourne Ferry dock the park features Pull-through Powered Sites for late arrivals and early departures along with a camp kitchen and amenities. No permanent residents, tourists and holiday makers only. No coins needed for showers. Free high speed unlimited Wi-Fi Visitors can enjoy the the peace of the beautiful gardens and park settings alongside the Mersey River, and also take advantage of the park’s proximity to the CBD. With fine dining, clubs, hotels, shopping, and more within walking distance, patrons can enjoy both natural surroundings and urban convenience. Use the 'Coastal Pathway' to either walk, run or cycle into Devonport or ride to the Wild Mersey mountain bike trail head. Take a 5 minute drive to the Devonport Country Club which is a state-of-the-art sporting and leisure facility with an 18 hole golf course. Cradle Mountain is 75klms.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from 
AU$66
 / night

2. Sunridge Valley Views

100%
(6)
56km from Launceston · 1 site · Tent, RV
Sunridge Valley Views is a perfect home base to explore the many tourist attractions in the Latrobe, Kentish and Meander Valley regions. Travellers can enjoy a peaceful getaway that offers a private, quiet, safe stopover with magnificent views of the Great Western Tiers and the Mersey Valley. Watch the sun set over the majestic Mt Roland, then settle in for a tranquil night under a star-studded sky. At almost 300 metres above sea level, “Sunridge” our 37-hectare working farm sits on the eastern end of Sunnyside, a rich agricultural area 30 minutes inland from the Spirit of Tasmania terminal at East Devonport. Valley Views provide breathtaking views of the Mersey Valley and its arable agricultural pastures. Travellers will need to be fully self-contained and of course ‘leave no trace’. The camp areas are located at the entrance to the property with ample room to pitch your tent or manoeuver your RV. There are two communal fire pots on site, wood is on hand via a donation honesty box. There are wonderful fishing, swimming and kayaking options at both Merseylea and Kimberley less than 10 minutes’ drive away. You'll find many opportunities for hiking, with trails suitable for all ages and abilities. The closest dump point is a 9-minute drive to the “Town of Topiary” Railton, where you will find two charming coffee shops, a hotel, post office, a petrol station with a convenience store, a mechanic, a craft brewery and a takeaway shop. Railton boasts the delightful Goliath Park, with multiple recreational activities available including a tennis court, a pump track, skate park, covered barbeque and picnic area and playground. It’s also where you’ll find a trail head for the World Class Wild Mersey Mountain Bike Network, complete with toilets and wash down bays. Every Saturday morning, an idyllic bush setting hosts the Railton Park Run. Ten minutes up the road you’ll find Sheffield, the Town of Murals and further south, Cradle Mountain. This is a working farm, we have working dogs and sheep, so four-legged friends must remain on leash. Come and experience the serene beauty and welcoming hospitality of Sunridge “Valley Views”, where your adventure in Tasmania begins.
Campfires
from 
AU$14
 / night

3. World Heritage Forest Monastery campsite

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(11)
43km from Launceston · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to our beautiful wilderness retreat on the Bodhicitta Dakini Buddhist Monastery - a sanctuary for meditation and peace. Our monastery is 38 beautiful acres in Unesco world heritage forest in the Western Tiers, Northern Tasmania (an island on the very Southern tip of Australia). The property is set nearby the Quamby Bluff Trail, a 6km moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Golden Valley, Tasmania, Australia that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible year-round. Please help us preserve the peace and beauty of this place. We are an alcohol and drug free community. Feel free to chat with our friendly nun if you are interested in mindfulness and to walk the property while you stay. We have an unpowered site suitable for vans and 4wd caravans. We also have basic camping, pit toilet but no shower. We also have cabins, please ask if interested.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
AU$26
 / night

4. SUBURA RETREAT AND WELLNESS CENTRE

41km from Launceston · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
24 acres of forest, teeming with wildlife, surrounded by unspoiled State Forest wilderness, yet 4.5 kilometres from the beautiful historic little town of Beaconsfield which boasts restaurants, cafe, bakery, supermarkets, Op shop, post office, petrol stations and mechanic etc, and a few K's further is Beauty Point with gorgeous beaches, a beautiful marina bar and restaurant, The Riverview Restaurant, great fish and chip shop, and Platypus and Seahorse World etc. And not a traffic light to be seen. Soak up the serenity and energy of paradise. Wander past towering trees and waterfalls on the scenic walking trails of Holwell Gorge State Reserve, 10km south of Beaconsfield, or take a dip at Greens Beach, a 15min drive north of town. The latter is also one of the entry points into Narawntapu National Park, where there are great walks and wildlife. Churches: Visit the prominent Holy Trinity Anglican Church or the historic Uniting Church. Beaconsfield War Memorial: Pay respects at this simple and respectful monument. Devonport ferry one hour and Just 40 minutes to Launceston and its major airport. Take a walk in the forest, perhaps down to the creek; bring a fishing rod; maybe you can catch a trout for dinner. Historic Beaconsfield Gold mine tours. Lavender House Scenic walking trails of Holwell Gorge State Reserve. Platypus and Seahorse World. Wine tours. Restaurants. Cafes. Supermarkets. Limited sites available so book early to avoid disappointment. See you soon. Kent.
Campfires
from 
AU$11
 / night

Looking for a camping adventure near Launceston, Tasmania that's pet-friendly? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 748 options in the area that welcome pets, you're sure to find the perfect spot for you and your furry friend. Plus, with an average price per night of $15 and options as low as $5, you won't break the bank. Check out some of our top campsites like Sherwood River Camp (277 reviews), Blythe River Campground (178 reviews), and The Y at Badger Head (142 reviews) to see why they're so popular. And don't worry about amenities - our campsites have everything you need, from cooking equipment to potable water and toilets. Whether you're into wind sports, off-roading, or wildlife watching, you'll find it all near Launceston, Tasmania. Happy camping!

97% (2.4K)

Top-rated campgrounds near Launceston

1. Latrobe Mersey River Caravan Park

100%
(5)
65km from Launceston · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Located near Devonport, in Latrobe, this park offers accommodation options for motoring tourists. Being only 8 km upstream from the Melbourne Ferry dock the park features Pull-through Powered Sites for late arrivals and early departures along with a camp kitchen and amenities. No permanent residents, tourists and holiday makers only. No coins needed for showers. Free high speed unlimited Wi-Fi Visitors can enjoy the the peace of the beautiful gardens and park settings alongside the Mersey River, and also take advantage of the park’s proximity to the CBD. With fine dining, clubs, hotels, shopping, and more within walking distance, patrons can enjoy both natural surroundings and urban convenience. Use the 'Coastal Pathway' to either walk, run or cycle into Devonport or ride to the Wild Mersey mountain bike trail head. Take a 5 minute drive to the Devonport Country Club which is a state-of-the-art sporting and leisure facility with an 18 hole golf course. Cradle Mountain is 75klms.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from 
AU$66
 / night

2. Sunridge Valley Views

100%
(6)
56km from Launceston · 1 site · Tent, RV
Sunridge Valley Views is a perfect home base to explore the many tourist attractions in the Latrobe, Kentish and Meander Valley regions. Travellers can enjoy a peaceful getaway that offers a private, quiet, safe stopover with magnificent views of the Great Western Tiers and the Mersey Valley. Watch the sun set over the majestic Mt Roland, then settle in for a tranquil night under a star-studded sky. At almost 300 metres above sea level, “Sunridge” our 37-hectare working farm sits on the eastern end of Sunnyside, a rich agricultural area 30 minutes inland from the Spirit of Tasmania terminal at East Devonport. Valley Views provide breathtaking views of the Mersey Valley and its arable agricultural pastures. Travellers will need to be fully self-contained and of course ‘leave no trace’. The camp areas are located at the entrance to the property with ample room to pitch your tent or manoeuver your RV. There are two communal fire pots on site, wood is on hand via a donation honesty box. There are wonderful fishing, swimming and kayaking options at both Merseylea and Kimberley less than 10 minutes’ drive away. You'll find many opportunities for hiking, with trails suitable for all ages and abilities. The closest dump point is a 9-minute drive to the “Town of Topiary” Railton, where you will find two charming coffee shops, a hotel, post office, a petrol station with a convenience store, a mechanic, a craft brewery and a takeaway shop. Railton boasts the delightful Goliath Park, with multiple recreational activities available including a tennis court, a pump track, skate park, covered barbeque and picnic area and playground. It’s also where you’ll find a trail head for the World Class Wild Mersey Mountain Bike Network, complete with toilets and wash down bays. Every Saturday morning, an idyllic bush setting hosts the Railton Park Run. Ten minutes up the road you’ll find Sheffield, the Town of Murals and further south, Cradle Mountain. This is a working farm, we have working dogs and sheep, so four-legged friends must remain on leash. Come and experience the serene beauty and welcoming hospitality of Sunridge “Valley Views”, where your adventure in Tasmania begins.
Campfires
from 
AU$14
 / night

3. World Heritage Forest Monastery campsite

100%
(11)
43km from Launceston · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to our beautiful wilderness retreat on the Bodhicitta Dakini Buddhist Monastery - a sanctuary for meditation and peace. Our monastery is 38 beautiful acres in Unesco world heritage forest in the Western Tiers, Northern Tasmania (an island on the very Southern tip of Australia). The property is set nearby the Quamby Bluff Trail, a 6km moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Golden Valley, Tasmania, Australia that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible year-round. Please help us preserve the peace and beauty of this place. We are an alcohol and drug free community. Feel free to chat with our friendly nun if you are interested in mindfulness and to walk the property while you stay. We have an unpowered site suitable for vans and 4wd caravans. We also have basic camping, pit toilet but no shower. We also have cabins, please ask if interested.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
AU$26
 / night

4. SUBURA RETREAT AND WELLNESS CENTRE

41km from Launceston · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
24 acres of forest, teeming with wildlife, surrounded by unspoiled State Forest wilderness, yet 4.5 kilometres from the beautiful historic little town of Beaconsfield which boasts restaurants, cafe, bakery, supermarkets, Op shop, post office, petrol stations and mechanic etc, and a few K's further is Beauty Point with gorgeous beaches, a beautiful marina bar and restaurant, The Riverview Restaurant, great fish and chip shop, and Platypus and Seahorse World etc. And not a traffic light to be seen. Soak up the serenity and energy of paradise. Wander past towering trees and waterfalls on the scenic walking trails of Holwell Gorge State Reserve, 10km south of Beaconsfield, or take a dip at Greens Beach, a 15min drive north of town. The latter is also one of the entry points into Narawntapu National Park, where there are great walks and wildlife. Churches: Visit the prominent Holy Trinity Anglican Church or the historic Uniting Church. Beaconsfield War Memorial: Pay respects at this simple and respectful monument. Devonport ferry one hour and Just 40 minutes to Launceston and its major airport. Take a walk in the forest, perhaps down to the creek; bring a fishing rod; maybe you can catch a trout for dinner. Historic Beaconsfield Gold mine tours. Lavender House Scenic walking trails of Holwell Gorge State Reserve. Platypus and Seahorse World. Wine tours. Restaurants. Cafes. Supermarkets. Limited sites available so book early to avoid disappointment. See you soon. Kent.
Campfires
from 
AU$11
 / night

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