The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Crescent Head, New South Wales

Camping with pets in Crescent Head means over 1,060 options where your four-legged mates are as welcome as you are. You’ll find sites along the Macleay River, tucked behind dunes, and on working farms, with prices starting at just $8 a night and an average stay around $35. Showers, pet-friendly policies, and toilets are standard at most sites, so you won’t need to rough it. Swimming spots, fishing holes, and regular visits from kookaburras and wallabies keep things interesting. For the most tried-and-tested stays, locals rave about The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie (669 reviews), Bundilla River Camp (589 reviews), and Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone (482 reviews). Bring dog treats, pack your swimmers, and expect to share sunrise with pelicans.

97% (8.3K) • 320 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Crescent Head

Camping with pets in Crescent Head means over 1,060 options where your four-legged mates are as welcome as you are. You’ll find sites along the Macleay River, tucked behind dunes, and on working farms, with prices starting at just $8 a night and an average stay around $35. Showers, pet-friendly policies, and toilets are standard at most sites, so you won’t need to rough it. Swimming spots, fishing holes, and regular visits from kookaburras and wallabies keep things interesting. For the most tried-and-tested stays, locals rave about The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie (669 reviews), Bundilla River Camp (589 reviews), and Stoney Park care of Dennis Stone (482 reviews). Bring dog treats, pack your swimmers, and expect to share sunrise with pelicans.

97% (8.3K) • 320 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Crescent Head

1. Wild Hope Farm

97%

(70)

49km from Crescent Head · 6 sites · RVs

Welcome to Wild Hope Farm! We are a developing off-grid farm, located at Grants Beach, minutes from the beautiful Bonny Hills and 25 minutes south of Port Macquarie. So close to the surrounding towns yet so secluded. We are nestled amongst lush bush with lots of resident kangaroos, wallabies and birdlife. We consider our parcel of land a very unique place and offer an ideal setting for a relaxing getaway. Our property is 177 acres with 17 acres of green open pasture for you to find your own patch, and plenty of sunshine for your solar needs. We also have exclusive access to Queens Lake with a lovely trail you can walk or drive, and a peaceful place to take a leisurely kayak ride, paddleboard or try your hand at fishing. Grants Beach access is across the road from our driveway where you can go swimming, surfing, fishing and even 4WD along the beach. We welcome you to find a spot that feels comfortable for you to set up your camp, but please note the following conditions: - All campers must be self-contained with their own power, water, and waste management. - Pets are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times. - Due to the bush fire danger period, campfires are not permitted from 1st October to 31st March. From 1st April, all fires must be contained in a firepit. We’re creating a thriving and sustainable lifestyle here at Wild Hope Farm and would love for you to share in the experience. As we grow and refine the property, you may notice a few areas under construction.

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AU$43

/ night

2. Yagaari Mountainside Sanctuary

100%

(21)

44km from Crescent Head · 6 sites · Tents, RVs

*Recently renovated! Hot showers, new composting toilets & shared undercover space at Yagaari - Suitable for private camping, group bookings, workshops and small gatherings* Note: We are a 4WD/AWD property 🛻 Yagaari Mountainside Sanctuary borders the Western side of Yarriabini National Park on the traditional lands of the Ngambaa people. The creeks and dams here are all spring fed and provide a sanctuary for an abundance of wildlife and native bushland, as well as a few beautiful places for a refreshing swim! The property is private and quiet and has stunning sunrise and sunset views as well as multiple camping sites fit for various needs and group sizes. We have recently built a large shared communcal space for campers to enjoy and there are also clean, odourless composting toilets and hot showers available for use on site. There is lots of space to walk and explore with tracks leading up into the heart of the National Park. Nearby are many gorgeous rivers, beaches and other national parks to explore. We are convieniently located only 10 minutes from Macksville for shopping and cafes and only 15 minutes from Scotts Head, a great beach for families and surfers.

3. Grassyenda

97%

(76)

42km from Crescent Head · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

At Grassyenda, you'll find flat grass camping a stones throw from great beaches, the river, and townships. It's a rural setting that makes a great basecamp from which to explore the abundance of activities available nearby. Macleay River is just a 3 minute drive from camp and Grassy Head Beach is a five minutes, so you are never far from fishing, surfing and swimming! Closer to home, you're also welcome to paddle the kayak in the property's dam. The Yarrabinni National Park is closeby, and a great option for hiking, bushwalking, scenic lookouts, and freshwater creeks. The nearest village, Stuarts Point, is just 3 minutes down the road, with larger towns and shopping 20 to 30 minutes' drive away. The property is just 14km off the M1, with good access and plenty of open space. We limit the number of bookings we take to ensure you can find a private, spacious site to yourselves. Kid friendly.

4. Youngster’s Paddock

100%

(1)

79km from Crescent Head · 1 site · RV

This level 15acres is surrounded by nature…very private as trees line the whole parameter with a creek on one side, a river (that meanders to the sea at Harrington) on the other, a farm and then a quiet Rd into Coopernook village a few minutes drive away. Great for grabbing supplies, petrol, a beer &/or a meal at the famous Coopernook pub with great views over the river and boat ramp. Close by: *5-10min drive to the Beautiful hinterland of the three brother mountains! *10mins to the east side is the lovely Harrington with it’s gorgeous area where the river meets the ocean, plus great beaches. Harrington has a variety of venues providing great food (fish & chips are 👏👌) and service with an IGA for supplies. *10mins on from Harrington is the beautiful Crowdyhead with it’s long beach that is 4wd friendly! Suitable for self contained RV’s &/or campers.

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AU$55

/ night

5. Valla Beach Holiday Park

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(4)

65km from Crescent Head · 144 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

**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.** Valla Beach Holiday Park is the perfect place to unwind, rejuvenate and embrace the Nambucca Valley’s rich diversity and beauty. Go for a swim, kayak up the tranquil Deep Creek River, or enjoy a lovely leisurely walk through native bushland to the sparkling, blue ocean at South Valla Beach. Here is a little pocket of paradise you'll find yourself wanting to revisit year after year. Valla Beach Holiday Park is located halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, only 30 minutes south of Coffs Harbour and 10 minutes north of Nambucca Heads with Urunga, Bellingen and Dorrigo close by. The park sits majestically alongside The Deep Creek River mouth, adjacent to South Valla Beach and has some of the best surf and fishing spots on the Mid North Coast. Nambucca Heads – 10 minutes Urunga – 15 minutes Bellingen – 30 minutes Coffs Harbour – 33 minutes Dorrigo – 1 hour Valla Beach Holiday Park offers a range of affordable and comfortable cabin accommodations, as well as beautiful surroundings for camping, caravan or motorhome stays. There are many campsites available, some in shady spots including slab sites. Choose a site close to all of our fabulous amenities – or away from it all! The choice is yours.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Michelle

4 days ago

8 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Wild Hope Farm

We had a great time with our family at Wild Hope Farm - it was lovely and peaceful. Nearby Queen's lake is great to explore and just a short drive to beautiful Grant's Beach, which wasn't too busy despite the time of year. The host family was lovely, our kids had a great time meeting them all. Very close to both Bonny Hills and North Haven and all directions given were accurate and easy to find. Would easily stay again!

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Trent

1 week ago

7 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Wild Hope Farm

Fantastic location and moments from the beach! Amazing place to setup and then explore the local area and enjoy the surrounding activities

Natalie

1 week ago

6 m Class B

With pets

4 nights at Youngster’s Paddock

I wanted to press ‘no we wouldn’t recommend’ but couldn’t due to how nice it was there! You can hear the highway, but the tranquillity is next level - it completely overrides it. We will be back again!!

Jeremy

1 week ago

9 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Wild Hope Farm

Lovely and quiet lake access was good and alot of good fishing spots. Restaurant just a short walk away has meals Friday and Saturday very convenient.

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Simon

1 week ago

8 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Wild Hope Farm

We loved our stay at Wild Hope Farm! Spacious, scenic, quiet and very private. Plenty of space to spread out and relax. Easily accessible with lots of flat ground. 5 minutes drive to beaches, restaurants and all your restocking needs. Jordi was highly responsive and welcoming - we definitely recommend a stay here when visiting the beautiful surrounds of the mid north coast.

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Wayne

1 week ago

5 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Wild Hope Farm

Great host Peaceful location Shallow Lake about 1k from the property down a bush track Easy drive to Laurieton Really central to several beaches & waterways

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Nikki

1 week ago

15 m travel trailer

5 nights at Wild Hope Farm

We loved camping at Wild Hope farm. Our hots were lovely and welcomed us on arrival🥰 Wild Hope is a beautiful part of the world. It has privacy and peace whilst being close enough to shopping, cafes and clubs. Easy access to Queens lake and we had some great fishing, paddle boarding and swimming. Close easy access to Grants Beach and the noise of waves helping to fall asleep every night. Highly recommended.

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Sue

1 week ago

15 m travel trailer

With pets

5 nights at Wild Hope Farm

A really beautiful open space very peaceful at night and a great spot to relax and enjoy the experience.

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Samantha

1 week ago

15 m travel trailer

5 nights at Wild Hope Farm

The communication from Jordi was excellent, she was fast to reply to messages and was accomodating. The property is nice and quiet with plenty of space. It is 1.5 klms to the lake and 2.5 klms to grants beach. Some good fishing in the lake with plenty of flathead and bream. Had a paddle on our SUP. A lovely stay.

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Fleur

1 week ago

6 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Wild Hope Farm

Very handy location close to Grants Beach and surrounds and a lovely aspect on the hill. Well signed and easy to find. It’s a lovely walk to Queens Lake with easy access direct from camp. The ground is quite uneven due to lots of dispersed grass clumps but this didn’t detract from our experience, only making the comment for future campers awareness. Hosts Jordi and family were lovely.

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tom

2 weeks ago

5 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wild Hope Farm

Great location and hosts. Looking forward to returning soon.

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Kristen

2 weeks ago

4 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wild Hope Farm

Beautiful peaceful open space with plenty of flat spots to choose from. Love the private access to the lake front, this will be a great swimming spot once all finished!! For a busy time of the year we were super impressed with the owner limiting numbers to maintain the serenity!

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Alexandra

2 weeks ago

Tent

2 nights at Yagaari Mountainside Sanctuary

Thank you for such a magical stay! The location is so peaceful and beautifully cared for by Alex and Georgia. They were such welcoming hosts, gave us great recommendations for places to visit locally, and even left out plenty of firewood for us. Thank you for a very special and memorable Christmas!

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Heath

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Yagaari Mountainside Sanctuary

We camped at Yagaari with our 2 dogs and were incredibly impressed with the property! We were greeted by Alex on arrival who gave us the run down and provided recommendations on where to visit in the area. Georgia was incredibly responsive online and checked on us during our stay. What really stood out to us was how well maintained the sites and amenities were. All sites were flat, well signposted and freshly mown. The toilets and showers were a luxury and so clean! We enjoyed our walk up to the lookout which offered amazing views of the property and distant ranges. We cooled off in the swimming hole and our pups enjoyed wading in the creek. If you’re looking for a base to explore the wider region - this place is centrally located to multiple tourist destinations; Scott’s Head, Trial Bay Gaol, Hat Head Nat. Park, Nambucca Heads, South West Rocks, Smoky Cape Lighthouse just to name a few. All located within a half hour drive of Yagaari. We were able to visit all of these locations in one day while also having time to sample local seafood, cherries and stop for a swim. Will be recommending this place to family and friends!

Andre

3 weeks ago

7 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Valla Beach Holiday Park

Great location, sites were spacious so as not to feel like you were encroaching on people next yo you. Well manicured sites, very tidy and a great atmosphere whether camping by yourself, with friends or family.

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Alana

3 weeks ago

8 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wild Hope Farm

It was a beautiful spot, close to the beach and the lake. We will be back again in the future. Hosts were lovely!

Elly

3 weeks ago

9 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Wild Hope Farm

We really enjoyed our stay. Jordi’s directions to get there were great and he was a very friendly host. It was lovely to sit out having a drink watching the kangaroos. The stars were also impressive.

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Nadine

November 2025

7 m travel trailer

1 night at Wild Hope Farm

Lovely spot. Very quiet. Perfect for those wanting a low-key getaway. No services - no water or power - but the plus is that you don't have to share a busy campground. Easy walk to the river. Too far to walk to the beach, but a short drive back to town/main road.

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Rhii

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Yagaari Mountainside Sanctuary

My friends and I stayed for the weekend and absolutely loved it! The whole place was spotless and beautifully maintained — you can really tell how much care goes into keeping it that way. The swimming hole and facilities are a short walk from the campsites, and if you head up the hill, you’ll get stunning sunset views. Alex was incredibly welcoming, helpful and made sure we had everything we needed (even supplied us with loads of firewood!). Can’t wait to come back!