The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Gold Coast, Queensland

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in Australia near Gold Coast, Queensland. With over 5200 options available that cater to pets, you'll find the perfect campsite for you and your furry friend. From cosy cabins to spacious tent sites, we have it all. Looking for top-rated campsites? Check out Bushywood at Woodfordskilake (823 reviews), Crystal Creek Ranch (781 reviews), and Stonesthrow (781 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like pets allowed, potable water, and cooking equipment. And don't forget to take advantage of the exciting activities in the area, from snow sports and wildlife watching to swimming. With an average price per night of $25 and options as low as $5, you'll find a camping experience that fits your budget. Start planning your adventure today!

96% (17.5K) • 401 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Gold Coast

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in Australia near Gold Coast, Queensland. With over 5200 options available that cater to pets, you'll find the perfect campsite for you and your furry friend. From cosy cabins to spacious tent sites, we have it all. Looking for top-rated campsites? Check out Bushywood at Woodfordskilake (823 reviews), Crystal Creek Ranch (781 reviews), and Stonesthrow (781 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like pets allowed, potable water, and cooking equipment. And don't forget to take advantage of the exciting activities in the area, from snow sports and wildlife watching to swimming. With an average price per night of $25 and options as low as $5, you'll find a camping experience that fits your budget. Start planning your adventure today!

96% (17.5K) • 401 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Gold Coast

1. Glencairn Estate Campground

82%

(196)

68km from Gold Coast · 10 sites · Tents, RVs

Byron Bay hinterland campground. Self check in. Starlink on site. Check out us on Instagram @glencairnestate We have a coffee trailer at the entrance of the property - serving premium coffee every morning 6am to 1 pm. Check the cafe out at @highwaymyocum Just 8 km from Byron Bay - 10 minutes drive along a scenic country road, with gentle hills around and magical views. Near all the Byron incredible activities, such as great restaurants, waterfalls, beaches. Well positioned between the beaches of Byron Bay and Brunswick Heads. Incredible privacy and quiet. There are goats (with babies) in a paddock next to Site 2, and a horse paddock with 6 horses. We do have a water tap though to fill your tanks and a couple of electric plugs to charge your essentials (check the small old shed close to Site 1). We have 6 different sites for caravan and RVs/ tents. It is a former cattle farm that is being currently reforested to the original Big Scrub rainforest. The proceeds from Hipcamp are used to reforest the land. PLEASE make sure to take your garbage away and remember the campsites are for fully contained campers only (no toilets on site). You NEED to be fully contained to stay in the property. You can enjoy walking around and explore the magic sunsets of the Byron Hinterland. There are a few billabong/ creeks and a mowed nature walk path.

2. Belmont Base Camp

97%

(245)

63km from Gold Coast · 2 sites · RVs

The property is located so conveniently within a 12 km radius from the Brisbane CBD and in close proximity to local shops, major shopping centres, schools, the Manly/Wynnum precinct with boutique shopping, restaurants and yacht clubs, transport and providing easy access to both the Gold and Sunshine Coast.The camp is located on a mowed paddock on this 2.5 acre property, a very short drive from the hustle and bustle of the big city.Campers will enjoy sea breezes, lovely morning and afternoon light, treed surrounds, the koala environmental protection area, the convenience of being so close to many major facilities.Sit back and relax around the campfire in the evenings as you gaze at the stars.There are no toilet facilities here, campers will need to BYO toilet.Pets welcome!

3. Bindarah Downs

98%

(683)

73km from Gold Coast · 10 sites · Tents, RVs

Bindarah Downs offers easy access to our 4 acres and 3 levels of open and shaded, creek frontage. Only 15 mins from Rathdowney, close to Maroon Dam and several National Parks. Each site accommodates one set-up; e.g. one caravan, one motorhome, one camper trailer etc. Please make a separate booking if you have multiple camping set-ups. The creek offers campers cool waterholes to swim in on a hot day and picnic tables to enjoy your meals. Hang your hammock, lay back and enjoy the tranquil setting and cool breeze while the kids ride their bikes. Campers are required to be self sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. Children 16 and under stay for free but please let us know they are coming. Campfires are welcome but must be kept contained, you can help yourself to any fallen timber on the ground but please do not cut any trees. Pets are welcome but must be kept restrained at night and must not disturb any of the wildlife or livestock. Set on 180acres, stunning views of Mt. Lindesay, Mt. Gillies and surrounding area. Open fire pits and pet friendly.

4. Intimate Rainforest Retreat

51km from Gold Coast · 2 sites · Lodging

Welcome to Koru Sabi Lodge, your very own rainforest retreat. Located on 20 acres in Upper Burringbar, we have two cabins available for you to book: Pine Cabin (sleeps up to 5 people and has a private sauna and wood fire hot tub) and Tallowwood Cabin (sleeps 2 and has a private sauna) See more pictures and videos on our IG: @koru_sabi_lodge. You are: - 5 mins to the General Store & Natural Wine Shop - 15 to the nearest beach - 20 to Brunswick Heads - 30 to Byron Bay - 40 to Gold Coast airport

5. Tyungun Country Retreat

99%

(72)

28km from Gold Coast · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

Enjoy the quiet on this family-owned cattle farm located in Ferny Glen. Situated along Flying Fox Creek, enjoy completely private sites with access to your own swimming hole as well as beautiful scenery to take in if you decide to go for a walk. Dogs encouraged; however, this is an active farm so please keep them under control and nearby at all times Canungra shops located only15 minutes away with everything you could need.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Nick

1 week ago

12 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bindarah Downs

We loved our two night stay at Bindarah downs. The grassy sites are well set apart from other campers, ample shade and good access to the creek. We enjoyed a stroll through the farm to see the dam. We will definitely be back.

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Mick

1 week ago

4 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bindarah Downs

The site had a few campers on the day I arrived but everyone was quiet and respectful. Lovely hip camp and Shayne is a awesome guy.

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Mitch

1 week ago

10 m pop-up camper

2 nights at Bindarah Downs

What an amazing spot! Will definitely be back! Sites aren’t too close together. Big grassy area for activities

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Melissa

1 week ago

5 m pop-up camper

With pets

3 nights at Bindarah Downs

Great little get away. Love that there was water in the creek and the dogs could cool off. Ample space between campers and lots of places to walk around the property. We visited Mt. Barney which was a short drive. Highly recommend this space and Shayne is a great host and was very welcoming.

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Peter

1 week ago

10 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Bindarah Downs

Just beautiful country side , nice creek and just so relaxed water was great on a hot day

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Belinda

1 week ago

8 m travel trailer

With kids

2 nights at Bindarah Downs

Relaxing and quiet spot. Wonderful for the kids. Great communication from Shayne.

Serena

1 week ago

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Bindarah Downs

Bindarah Downs is a lovely, quiet, rural setting perfect for our family camping trip. Shayne was very helpful and accommodating- great directions, explanations of the farm animals and walks and local area. Only a 15-20 min drive to Mt Barney NP hikes (including Lower Portals swimming hole). We camped right by the creek, which was running with beautiful clear water. No mozzies. Grounds well maintained. No toilets, so you need to be fully self contained.

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Shane

1 week ago

7 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Bindarah Downs

Shayne was a fantastic host, and the grounds are very well maintained. We enjoyed the stay so much, that we will definitely be back.

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Craig

1 week ago

7 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Bindarah Downs

Well set up and maintained camp ground surrounded by a lovely creek.

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Lorette

2 weeks ago

6 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Bindarah Downs

Shayne is a wonderful host. Beautiful campground next to the creek. Lovely spot!

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Tamika

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bindarah Downs

Had a lovely relaxing time , the views you wake up to and the friendly owners going out of there way to come down for a chat . Will definitely be back highly recommend

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Mark

2 weeks ago

5 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Tyungun Country Retreat

Great little place and close to Brisbane. Nice creek and very private.

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James

2 weeks ago

5 m travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Bindarah Downs

Me and my partner love this place always neat and tidy and so quiet. Great place to get away from the rat race for a couple of days.

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Ange

2 weeks ago

8 m Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bindarah Downs

Shayne & Kim are incredibly welcoming hosts. The property is beautifully maintained and surrounded by a creek. Plenty of trees alongside the camping area to provide shade. Bags of firewood available are for sale to use in the many fire pits. Don’t forget to bring the carrots or Weet Bix for a treat for the horses. They love to come and say hi at the fence. We will definitely be back!

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Jessica

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bindarah Downs

This campsite was exactly what I was hoping for. It was quiet and peaceful, with a lovely creek nearby that made it feel really relaxing. The campsites were very clean and well cared for, which made our stay even better. The hosts were incredibly welcoming and friendly, and they made us feel comfortable right away. I’d definitely recommend this campsite to anyone looking for a calm, enjoyable place to stay.

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Bradley

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Tyungun Country Retreat

Amazing campsite. Very private and the creek is great for a dip. Definitely would recommend this place. Bryce makes sure everything is well kept and tidy.

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Ange

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bindarah Downs

We loved our time at Bindarah Downs. We were welcomed by Shayne and had a nice chat. The property was freshly mowed and well prepared for us. The surrounding creek was lovely to cool off in. We met some of the horses and they were given a Weet Bix treat and a scratch. It reached 36 degrees but sitting under the huge trees kept us comfortably cool. Fire wood for sale on site is a bonus too. Will definitely be back!

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Ben

3 weeks ago

8 m travel trailer

With pets

7 nights at Belmont Base Camp

Site is Well Maintained. Had acess to water and power. Dump point was only 8 min drive. Craig was a friendly host.

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Jackie

3 weeks ago

5 m car

With pets

3 nights at Tyungun Country Retreat

Silky oak flat is absolutely the best Hipcamp I’ve been to. It’s a large flat site with shade and right bedside the running creek where you can just sit on the rocks and let the water splash over you or swim in the deeper swimming holes the water is crystal clear and very refreshing, I loved to sit and watch the turtles swimming. Bryce is very friendly and accommodating with the firewood. Can’t wait to get back there in the near future

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Jacqui

December 2025

10 m pop-up camper

1 night at Bindarah Downs

Beautiful spot, Shayne and Kim were very helpful..