The best dog-friendly caravan parks near Katoomba, New South Wales

If you're looking for caravan camping options that are pet-friendly near Katoomba, New South Wales, Hipcamp has over 3,200 available options for you to choose from. Some top campsites with caravan hookups and pet-friendly policies include Fern Valley Ranch (401 reviews), Megalong Valley Farm (435 reviews), and Rivers Run Colo River (389 reviews). Prices range from as low as $5 per night to an average of $40 per night. Popular amenities include rubbish disposal, potable water, and campfire areas. Some popular activities in the area include boating, autumn fun, and horse riding.

95% (9.3K) • 176 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Katoomba

If you're looking for caravan camping options that are pet-friendly near Katoomba, New South Wales, Hipcamp has over 3,200 available options for you to choose from. Some top campsites with caravan hookups and pet-friendly policies include Fern Valley Ranch (401 reviews), Megalong Valley Farm (435 reviews), and Rivers Run Colo River (389 reviews). Prices range from as low as $5 per night to an average of $40 per night. Popular amenities include rubbish disposal, potable water, and campfire areas. Some popular activities in the area include boating, autumn fun, and horse riding.

95% (9.3K) • 176 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Katoomba

1. Peppertree Pony Camp

90%

(62)

48km from Katoomba · 6 sites · Tents, RVs

Beautiful horse farm on 21 acres, come and holiday or just relax with your horse or just for a farm escape. Plenty of room to walk, run or just watch the wildlife as you sit by the water by the dam. Camping by the fire under the stars. Pony rides are available for kids. We have horse facilities available also if you want to camp and ride your horse. Fantastic facilities for families wanting to get away with the kids.

2. Ingenia Holidays Avina

80%

(20)

53km from Katoomba · 171 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Escape to the Vineyard region in Sydney for a country getaway at Ingenia Holidays Avina! Located only 50km from Sydney CBD, this countryside location offers an array of accommodation options, including camping or caravan sites, as well as modern villas and spacious cabins. During your stay, wine taste your way around the region, take a short drive to local attractions such as Featherdale Wildlife Park, Windsor Heritage Walk, Hawkesbury Valley and the Blue Mountains, or stay in and enjoy the resort-style pool. Whether your home base for your holiday is the canvas you packed, caravan or you’ve opted for a well-appointed villa or spacious cabin, you’ll have access to all of the park’s facilities which include a resort-style swimming pool, BBQ facilities and a kiosk.

3. Rhapsody

99%

(235)

37km from Katoomba · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Welcome to this remote piece of paradise! Rhapsody is located in Gingkin,, which is not far from Oberon NSW, about 3 hours west of Sydney. Campsites are hidden in a remote valley direct frontage to the pristine Hollanders River, adjoining the Kanangra-Boyd National Park. There are two private campsites on grassy river flats surrounded by eucalyptus forest. The sites are very secluded so you will see lots of wildlife and you're guaranteed not to see any other people! Only one group can stay at each campsite and campsites are on different parts of the river so privacy is guaranteed. In dry conditions 2WD is fine for Wallaby flat but in wet weather, 4WD is required. Platypus flat is 4wd only. You can always park at the top of the hill and walk down first if you're not sure. Dog friendly. Campfires permitted in a designated area when restrictions aren't in place. Gather your own wood from fallen timber on the way in or BYO wood. Not much firewood available on site. Both campsites can get quite cool as they are low in the valley. This is a wild and remote area. Guided remote bushwalks also available for those who are fit and adventurous. Both campsites have a pit toilets, cold shower, spring water on tap, picnic tables.. Water is sourced from a distant spring in the mountain and is gravity fed to the site by above ground pipe which heats the water during the day. There is a small area where you can get Telstra mobile reception at the cattle grid on the way into the property, but very limited mobile reception in this area. If you are on Optus or other networks you won't get any reception. There is no mobile reception at camp - perfect for disconnecting and reconnecting with nature!

4. Honeysuckle Group Camping

100%

(1)

50km from Katoomba · 1 site · Tent, RV

A private group campground suitable for groups of up to 25. Exclusive use for your group — single group bookings only. We are situated in the Central Tablelands near Portland, NSW, halfway between Lithgow and Bathurst, just 5 minutes off the Great Western Highway. Direct access to Sunny Corner State Forest makes this location perfect for motorbike riding, mountain biking, fishing, and fossicking. Honeysuckle Camping is located on a working farm. The campground is operational, with additional facilities being added soon, including toilets, showers, and a camp kitchen. Currently, visitors are required to be self-contained — please bring your own toilet.

5. Shady Acres Colo River

99%

(191)

57km from Katoomba · 10 sites · Tents, RVs

This property is a Pristine Riverfront property in Colo Valley. It is a tidal river with sandy shallow sandbars and 10ft deep swimming holes. There is an abundance of native animals here including bandicoots,kangaroos, lyre birds, lace monitors, platypus and more! Access is via a short dirt driveway to the riverfront camping area. The access is 2wd unless there has been significant rain it becomes 4wd access. We accommodate the larger groups just steps away from the river. We have 2 water entrances, one is a large grassed area with shallow water which is great for kids & families. The other entrance is a natural sandy entry with a deeper swimming area . We also have a beautiful lagoon area where I can arrange additional campers. We have built some new flushing toilets (3) with a hot water shower. We are very accommodating of your pets. We welcome dogs and can host horses in one of the paddocks. Please ensure you contact the host prior to your stay if you are bringing any pets Additional activities here include fishing, swimming, bushwalking, canoeing & birdwatching. We are also only a 5 minute drive to Colo Riverside Cafe. I look forward to meeting you soon!

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Steve

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rhapsody

We had a wonderful 2-night stay at Wallaby Flat and highly recommend it. If you want a spot that is truly secluded, private, and beautiful, this is it. The property is bordered by Kanangra-Boyd National Park, making it feel incredibly peaceful. The river is very nice and was warm enough to soak in - the perfect way to cool down in the afternoon heat. While the river wasn’t as deep as usual during our stay, there were still spots deep enough to swim in. Hiking trails are available nearby, though we spent most of our time relaxing. There is also plenty of shade to help avoid the direct sun. We spotted trout swimming by, and while we didn’t see the reclusive platypus or wombat, we saw many curious wallabies, birds, and rabbits. For future campers: be sure to download offline maps before heading out, as there is no reception nearby. Danny’s directions and maps are excellent, but try to arrive during daylight to make finding the site easier. Danny was an exceptional host - extremely friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable about the land and local wildlife. We had an outstanding time and are already looking forward to visiting again. Overall: 5 out of 5.

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Richard

3 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Rhapsody

Had an amazing time, owner was great! River was clean and warm to swim in. Would love to visit again

Troy

3 weeks ago

6 m Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to Peppertree Pony Camp

Great for kids. Power and water. Lovely hosts. Nice little dam for the kids to swim in.

Julia

December 2025

5 m car

With pets

1 night at Peppertree Pony Camp

We had such a great stay. Made a last minute booking on a super hot day, and Katie had a lovely shady spot for us and our cat. All the horses on the property were so friendly, and not remotely put off by said cat! It was kind of adorable watching them suss each other out. No other campers, and far enough away from the house so was very private. Would highly recommend.

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ARSEN

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Rhapsody

Danny’s place was absolutely incredible — the perfect combination of peaceful nature, fresh mountain air, and genuine hospitality. From the moment we arrived, Danny made us feel welcome and well-looked-after. The land is stunning, quiet, and full of beautiful spots to explore and relax. We came for a short getaway and left completely recharged. The scenery, the clean fresh water, the tranquillity of the bush, and the feeling of privacy made our stay unforgettable. Danny was always helpful, answered all our questions, and guided us with everything we needed. You can truly feel how much care and effort he puts into maintaining such a unique place. Whether you want fishing, nature, walking, or just switching off from the world — this place is perfect. We are already planning to come back. Thank you, Danny, for creating such a special experience for your guests.

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Tim

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Shady Acres Colo River

Amazing place. Beautiful river and quiet. We had the place to ourselves all weekend! Great ammenities too

Jason

November 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Rhapsody

Great Hipcamp.. Beautiful riverside camp spot (with toilets and showers). Plenty of wildlife. Handy access to Kanangra-Boyd National Park.

Graham

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Shady Acres Colo River

Absolutely loved our weekend there. There was another group at the same time but the setup meant we couldn’t hear anything whatsoever. Right by the river which was nice. Got a decent shower, thunder and lightening on the first night and the ground still held up absolutely fine. Lisa had some big tables and even a bbq available to use which was a lovely bonus.

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Rajeesh

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Rhapsody

Nice location with lots of camping area. It has 2 neat and tidy toilets. We all enjoyed a lot. Danny was great host and communicated very swiftly.

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Alex

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Shady Acres Colo River

Amazing location and Lisa is a great host - everything we could have asked for. We will be back!

Steve

October 2025

6 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Peppertree Pony Camp

We had a lovely time camping at Katie’s property. Katie and her family were very accommodating and our kids loved playing together on the equipment and helping feed the horses in the morning. It was a bonus having a shower and toilet at the property too. For anyone looking for a safe place to stay with a great family atmosphere, this place is what you are looking for. Thank you Katie and her children for a great weekend.

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Paul

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Peppertree Pony Camp

We enjoyed our family camping trip at Pepper Tree! Our girls loved roaming the property and patting all the horses and our son was busy on his BMX. Nice and relaxing camping by the horses. Katie the host was very nice as were her family who our kids enjoyed playing and riding with. Thanks Katie!

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Patrick

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Honeysuckle Group Camping

We had a fantastic weekend at Honey Suckle Farm. The host Pete was great making sure we were well looked after. The property is stunning with plenty of places to explore. Incredible views of the surrounding area of Portland. I would highly recommend on staying. We will be back again soon. Thanks again for having us!

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GM

October 2025

2 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Ingenia Holidays Avina

Peaceful, wonderful staff, great place to stay. We enjoy staying here. Stop by at Windsor for the Sunday market

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Chantel

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Peppertree Pony Camp

We absolutely loved our stay here! The hosts were so lovely and helpful. Nothing was too much for them. We had the best few days here, so peaceful and spacious! The location was amazing, so close to Sydney and the blue mountains. Absolutely beautiful outlook, the property was so pretty! The grass campsite was great, no dirt was brought into the van. The kids had access to a playground, trampoline and cubby house. The hosts children were super friendly and took our girls around the property, they bathed a horse and went on the buggy around feeding the animals. I would 100% recommend this camp to anyone. It was absolutely beautiful, look no further, book in here!

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Nicole

October 2025

4 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rhapsody

We loved camping at Wallaby Flat! The location is beautiful. Lovely shallow creek adjacent to the campground, with some deeper swimming spots nearby. Great for a large group - we had around 20 people - and there was still lots of space for cricket & frisbee :) Appreciated the toilet and sink facilities too - just made it all very easy. We loved our long weekend getaway, and will be back! Thanks Danny!

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wai ying ayumi

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Peppertree Pony Camp

I had a wonderful experience at this campsite last week! The location was absolutely beautiful — surrounded by nature, peaceful, and perfectly maintained. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with a smile. The facilities were clean and well-organized, making the stay very comfortable. I especially loved how family- and pet-friendly the atmosphere was, and how easy it was to relax and enjoy the scenery. It’s clear that the team truly cares about providing a great experience for visitors. I’ll definitely be recommending this place to friends and can’t wait to come back again soon!

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Naomi

October 2025

4 m travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Ingenia Holidays Avina

What a great gem of a park! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a getaway.

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Reg

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Peppertree Pony Camp

What a awsome time on there farm. Katie and husband treated us like family. Made sure we wer happy and comfortable. There kids wer phenomenal aswell taking my daughter for experience around the farm. She so loves the farm now. Thank you so much Katie and family we definitely will come back soon🤙🤙🤙

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Perri

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Peppertree Pony Camp

The host was lovely and helped us out by providing a bbq and chairs. Was a lot of fun to be able to pat the horses and various animals around the property.