The best pets off leash campgrounds near Moncton, New Brunswick

With a population of just under 160,000, Moncton is New Brunswick’s biggest city. Visitors flock to Magnetic Hill in northern Moncton to experience its famous optical illusion where your car seems to move by magic, but also because the area has a waterpark, winery, and plenty of outdoor access. In the historic downtown, you'll find a historic theatre, a farmers market, a mural-filled art walk, and a French cultural centre. Meanwhile, camping near Moncton puts you close to long beaches, provincial parks, other-worldly geographical features, and even the World's Biggest Lobster.

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Relaxing in the hammock enjoying the views

With a population of just under 160,000, Moncton is New Brunswick’s biggest city. Visitors flock to Magnetic Hill in northern Moncton to experience its famous optical illusion where your car seems to move by magic, but also because the area has a waterpark, winery, and plenty of outdoor access. In the historic downtown, you'll find a historic theatre, a farmers market, a mural-filled art walk, and a French cultural centre. Meanwhile, camping near Moncton puts you close to long beaches, provincial parks, other-worldly geographical features, and even the World's Biggest Lobster.

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1. Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

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78km from Moncton · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Advocate Harbour, NS

2. Manuel's Camping

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24km from Moncton · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Notre Dame, NB

This campground is custom camping experience but we will be constantly upgrading and updating it. These site's are set in and amongst a mature Acadian forest, our sites range from simplistic to original and unique but has everything you need for a week end in the woods. for more information you can call 506-801-3362 or 506-576-7711 you can also send a email to manuel_leger81@hotmail.com, Looking forward to see you down at manuel's camping for a awesome camping experience.

3. Acadian Coastal Campground

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62km from Moncton · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · Murray Corner, NB

We are OPEN despite the current issues. No fires are allowed due to provincial bans. Enjoy the quiet skyline and maybe even catch a glimpse of the local wildlife. Our grass lots are backed with lush Appalachian forest and leads way to a slow brook where you can wade with the tide or try your hand at fishing or simply sit by the fire and enjoy the solitude. Check in is self guided as there is no host on site but you'll find it simple as all sites, as well as the toilet area is well marked with signage. This doesn’t mean we aren’t here to help, you can reach us 24/7 via text. We are Located just off the Acadian Coastal Drive and minutes from the beautiful Fundy shore. You can bring your tent, RV, van or camper and choose from 4 fantastic sites. 1-30 amp service, 2 roadside non-serviced as well as one privative forested site and 3 tent sites. All sites are equipped with a fire pit and access to our outhouse restroom. Wood is available for purchase if you didn’t bring your own! We are currently fencing in the entire property to make it a dog/cat and livestock safe area so pets can enjoy a safer experience . This will be done in stages so hang tight with us until this is completed. You can also explore New Brunswick with a drive on Acadian Coastal Drive ·Appalachian Range Route · Fundy Coastal Drive · Miramichi River Route or Fundy Coastal Drive Stop by and visit Murray Corner Provincial park for a swim and watch the tide roll out. Looking to see multiple provinces?? We are in the perfect spot to see all of what the East coast has to offer. View PEI’s spectacular Confederation Bridge from the shoreline and take a drive to PEI which is only minutes from us. Mainland Nova Scotia is less than a 30 minute drive and if your adventurous and want to drive the Cabot Trail then you can reach Cape Breton Island in under 2 hours! Catch a Ferry to Newfoundland if your heart desires. PEAK SEASON (May 1- Sept 31) OFF GRID (Oct 1 -Dec 31 and March 15 - April 31) CLOSED for winter (Dec 31- March 14) There is no potable water on site however, we do have an out building with compostable toilet, shower/change area. Free Showers and potable water available at Murray provincial park during peak season.

4. Nature's Symphony Retreat

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41km from Moncton · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Sainte Marie De Kent, NB

Nestled in a rural area of Sainte-Marie de Kent NB, this quiet, wooded gem will make you appreciate every bit of what nature has to offer. Situated 15 min from Bouctouche, your are located at quick drive to beaches, grocery stores, Le Pays de la Sagouine, restaurants, etc. ATV trails can be taken minutes from the camp site. Camp site is solely for the wilderness and off grid lovers with no water, electric or sewer hook up. The entrance to the camp site offers a dirt road to park your trailer or tent and has plenty of space for more than one unit.

5. GayLin Farms

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37km from Moncton · 2 sites · Lodging · Midgic, NB

This working farm has been enjoyed for generations of local families. Stay off-the-grid in a cozy, rustic cabin retreat. The historic barns, deep swimming pond, sugar house, and stunning woods with trails that have 2 disc golf baskets all provide ample space, entertainment and privacy for a quiet and relaxing retreat. Learn more about this land: Come join us at the Gaylin Farms – home to four friendly goats, Newfoundland ponies, Chanticler chickens, two dogs and a cat. Stay at our completely private cabin (sleeps 3 comfortably, sleeping mats/air mattresses NOT provided) isolated within the centre of a gorgeous 25-acre forest with a private groomed c. 1.5 km walking/biking trail. The cabin is a 5-minute walk from the Trans Canada RailTrail which grants easy access for longer bike rides, runs, hikes, and four-wheeler adventures. You’ll walk through a horse pasture and a cow pasture on your way to the cabin. There is a large farm pond (10ft deep) on the property for swimming. Enjoy access to locally-sourced food, firewood (at a small fee), drinking water, a private firepit, small wood stove and our old-fashioned wood-fired cook stove. There is no electricity or running water (but we provide ample drinking water) and there can be access to a charger box so you may charge your devices or have a light at night. Bring your pets and enjoy a private retreat. The max capacity of the cabin is three people. An outhouse with double-duty bag and second luggable loo are available for all guests. Minimum stay: 2 nights. NEW ADDITION: A new room, a small annex, has been constructed to allow for downstairs sleeping and writing area. It is fully insulated with a wood stove so this area may be used year round. The annex gives one a deeper feeling of being a part of the woods.

6. Peace And Quiet Along The River

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64km from Moncton · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Hunters Home, NB

About and hour to Moncton, steep bank river access , super fishing and lots of wildlife. 11 different species of fish. Low traffic area with great star watching . Lots of Crown Land close by as well. No services on site but you can camp right along side the River . Plans are coming for cabins so just renting for now. Flies are bad at times.

7. Silver Lining

33km from Moncton · 1 site · Tent, RV · NB

Escape to Silver Lining, a private, tree-lined campsite in Kent, New Brunswick. This peaceful spot features a level gravel pad (about 100′ × 40′) with full hookups for water, power, and sewer—perfect for RVs or tents. Relax around the fire pit, enjoy meals at the outdoor table, and listen to the sounds of nature all around you. The beach is just a short five-minute walk away, offering the best of both forest and coastal camping. Highlights: • Full hookups (water, power, sewer) • Fire pit and patio table • Private, wooded setting • 5-minute walk to the beach • Pets welcome (off-leash friendly) A quiet, comfortable retreat for anyone seeking simplicity and serenity by the sea.

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Nature's Symphony Retreat

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41km from Moncton · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Sainte Marie De Kent, NB

Nestled in a rural area of Sainte-Marie de Kent NB, this quiet, wooded gem will make you appreciate every bit of what nature has to offer. Situated 15 min from Bouctouche, your are located at quick drive to beaches, grocery stores, Le Pays de la Sagouine, restaurants, etc. ATV trails can be taken minutes from the camp site. Camp site is solely for the wilderness and off grid lovers with no water, electric or sewer hook up. The entrance to the camp site offers a dirt road to park your trailer or tent and has plenty of space for more than one unit.

GayLin Farms

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37km from Moncton · 2 sites · Lodging · Midgic, NB

This working farm has been enjoyed for generations of local families. Stay off-the-grid in a cozy, rustic cabin retreat. The historic barns, deep swimming pond, sugar house, and stunning woods with trails that have 2 disc golf baskets all provide ample space, entertainment and privacy for a quiet and relaxing retreat. Learn more about this land: Come join us at the Gaylin Farms – home to four friendly goats, Newfoundland ponies, Chanticler chickens, two dogs and a cat. Stay at our completely private cabin (sleeps 3 comfortably, sleeping mats/air mattresses NOT provided) isolated within the centre of a gorgeous 25-acre forest with a private groomed c. 1.5 km walking/biking trail. The cabin is a 5-minute walk from the Trans Canada RailTrail which grants easy access for longer bike rides, runs, hikes, and four-wheeler adventures. You’ll walk through a horse pasture and a cow pasture on your way to the cabin. There is a large farm pond (10ft deep) on the property for swimming. Enjoy access to locally-sourced food, firewood (at a small fee), drinking water, a private firepit, small wood stove and our old-fashioned wood-fired cook stove. There is no electricity or running water (but we provide ample drinking water) and there can be access to a charger box so you may charge your devices or have a light at night. Bring your pets and enjoy a private retreat. The max capacity of the cabin is three people. An outhouse with double-duty bag and second luggable loo are available for all guests. Minimum stay: 2 nights. NEW ADDITION: A new room, a small annex, has been constructed to allow for downstairs sleeping and writing area. It is fully insulated with a wood stove so this area may be used year round. The annex gives one a deeper feeling of being a part of the woods.

Peace And Quiet Along The River

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64km from Moncton · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Hunters Home, NB

About and hour to Moncton, steep bank river access , super fishing and lots of wildlife. 11 different species of fish. Low traffic area with great star watching . Lots of Crown Land close by as well. No services on site but you can camp right along side the River . Plans are coming for cabins so just renting for now. Flies are bad at times.

Silver Lining

33km from Moncton · 1 site · Tent, RV · NB

Escape to Silver Lining, a private, tree-lined campsite in Kent, New Brunswick. This peaceful spot features a level gravel pad (about 100′ × 40′) with full hookups for water, power, and sewer—perfect for RVs or tents. Relax around the fire pit, enjoy meals at the outdoor table, and listen to the sounds of nature all around you. The beach is just a short five-minute walk away, offering the best of both forest and coastal camping. Highlights: • Full hookups (water, power, sewer) • Fire pit and patio table • Private, wooded setting • 5-minute walk to the beach • Pets welcome (off-leash friendly) A quiet, comfortable retreat for anyone seeking simplicity and serenity by the sea.

Stories from the community

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Wendy

October 2025

18 ft campervan

1 night at Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

Wow! Double wow!! By far the best Hipcamp we’ve stayed at! Spacious private grassy sites with expansive views of the Bay of Fundy. The cleanest cutest pit toilet you will ever have the pleasure of visiting. Dan is a responsive and helpful host. Would like to have met the man who provides such a memorable experience for people he’s never met! You want to stay here, trust me!

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Myles

October 2025

16 ft car

With pets

1 night at Peace And Quiet Along The River

Nice spot along the river! Would recommend……………..,.

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Jo

October 2025

25 ft travel trailer

1 night at Manuel's Camping

We arrived with our trailer which is self contained late in the season and Manuel's place welcomed us with friendly hospitality . We stayed one night and the weather was rainy so we did not have a chance to hike the property but the welcome was warm and friendly.

Victoria

October 2025

16 ft car

With pets

2 nights at Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

Absolutely beautiful! What view! It's an off grid camping spot in the most beautiful area. There is an outhouse that was clean. Dan was quick to respond to any questions I had and check in to make sure I was okay or needed anything. That view though is everything. I would wake up looking out at that view everyday if I could. Also had 5g out there which was nice to still be connected. I will definitely be staying here again.

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Kayla

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

Tent camping here was wonderful! It was clean, the bathroom was nice, the view, and was nicely secluded! I highly recommend staying here.

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Donald

September 2025

22 ft Class B

1 night at Nature's Symphony Retreat

Property is right on the road but there is a long dirt driveway the length of the property that allows you to get back away from the road. The vegetation was a bit overgrown and dry when we stayed so we didn’t drive all the way back but there is a nice flat field area in the back that would be a nice spot to park for the night.

Damian

September 2025

24 ft campervan

1 night at Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

We spent one night there and it was a great site! The views were amazing and the site was very clean. We plan to swing by on our way back through in a few weeks if we get a chance.

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David

September 2025

22 ft campervan

4 nights at Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

A beautiful camp site. Perched in a field up on a hill side over looking the bay of fundy. A sweet spot. Very secluded. A 10 minute walk down to the beach where we had a nice walk at low tide. Chignecto Park in West Advocate was closed due to the drought so no hiking there. Otherwise though a great stay. Thank you!

Priscilla

September 2025

15 ft travel trailer

7 nights at Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

The property has a beautiful view out to the bay. It is very quiet and private.

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Tyler

September 2025

24 ft Class C

With pets

2 nights at Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

This property is 100% worth going out of your way for! We spent two nights, and unfortunately there was a fire ban and cloudy sky’s that obstructed star gazing, but even then waking up to the view from campsite 1 is spectacular. I didn’t see campsite 3, but 1 and 2 are both amazing- was able to get level with blocks in 24 ft. rig. The place is well marked on the road and it looks like the driveway has been recently graded- easy in our vehicle. Dan was very responsive. Would absolutely return, and if it were campfire weather- I’d spend multiple days relaxing there for sure! There is a road down to the water and rocky beach where you can watch the amazing tides roll out. If you’re on an open journey- worth spending some time in this spot and area.

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Alexandra

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

Beautiful spot with an amazing view. Picnic table, benches, and outhouse were all great. The beach access just across the street was fantastic.

Ed

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

Dan goes far and away above what’s necessary, he’s an asset to the Hipcamp community.

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Heather

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

Beautiful place! Completely worth it! And Dan is very approachable with answering any questions! Great spot Dan; thank you for hosting us!

Garrett

August 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

Private, quiet, and the most incredible ocean view I have ever camped - you won’t be disappointed.

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Lauren

August 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

Dan was a kind and thoughtful host who helped to adjust plans due to restrictions in place for wildfire prevention. We landed on site 1 and holy moly. The views were incredible. We happened to have very clear weather but the dark starry sky and full bay view with coffee were big memories. The fire pit, table and bench and outhouse were such nice luxuries.

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Mathilde

August 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

Amazing views and the space was very spacious and well arranged! The owner was also very helpful and nice to coordinate with.

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Vadym

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Manuel's Camping

This is our best campsite in Canada so far. Very quiet independent campsite.

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sarah

August 2025

1 night at Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

We camped on site 2, great private grassy area, lots of room for the pups to play, and for the truck camper. Great views, nice area to explore.

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Nathaniel

August 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

This property is beyond amazing. Dan is very helpful and kind and makes the stay easy and offers great local knowledge and activity ideas. If you like camping it does not really get any better than this, plus, there's an outhouse!!

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Jesse

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

Great view, quiet, all around great place to pitch a tent and hunker down. Would recommend!

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The best pets off leash camping near Moncton guide

Where to go

Shediac

The self-proclaimed lobster capital of the world, Shediac is a fun little town that’s close to the white sands of Parlee Beach Provincial Park and famous for its 90-ton lobster sculpture. Parlee Beach attracts a younger crowd and often has a party vibe as a place where you can chow down on great seafood, swim in some of the warmest ocean water in Canada, or take a tour on a lobster boat. A number of camping sites sit in and around Shediac, including within Parlee Beach Provincial Park.

Fundy Shore

Bestowed with the world’s highest tides, the entire Fundy Shore is an adventurer’s dream. At Hopewell Rocks, you can walk the ocean floor among towering red flowerpot rocks, or kayak around them at high tide. Hike the rugged coastlines that rise into the highlands at Fundy National Park, then set up camp at one of many private campgrounds in the area, or at one of the park's tent sites, RV spaces, yurts, or oTENTiks.

Miramichi

Fly-fishing mecca Miramichi is a quaint town offering a range of Acadian and Indigenous cultural experiences, tubing on the Miramichi River, learn-to-fish programs for adults and kids in nearby Doaktown, and some neat camping opportunities that include treehouse camping.

When to go

New Brunswick is best visited in summer and fall, as the weather can be unpredictable outside of those times and you’ll find it difficult to find operational camping spots. Even still, Moncton is a fully functional city year-round, and visitors can experience much of what it has to offer even in the dead of winter should you want to check it out in the cold and snow.

Know before you go

Moncton and the surrounding area host many fun festivals, including Shediac's lobster fest in July and Moncton's arts week and live dance music festival in July. Check dates in advance of your trip planning to either check out the events or avoid the crowds they bring.
Once you get outside the city, cell service can be patchy. Get a good sense of where you are going before setting out.
French is commonly spoken in and around Moncton, and as New Brunswick is a bilingual province, you’ll see signage in both English and French.