The best dog-friendly glamping near Altona, Victoria

If you're looking for a camping experience near Altona, Victoria that accommodates pets and offers the comforts of glamping, Hipcamp has over 180 options to choose from. Top sites like Shacks at Kardella Park (328 reviews), Toolangi Heights (74 reviews), and Clancy Springs, South Gippsland (62 reviews) have proven to be crowd favourites. Prices range from $20 to an average of $110 per night. Popular amenities include toilets, potable water, and pet-friendly accommodations. While you're there, enjoy activities like wind sports, whitewater paddling and swimming.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Altona

If you're looking for a camping experience near Altona, Victoria that accommodates pets and offers the comforts of glamping, Hipcamp has over 180 options to choose from. Top sites like Shacks at Kardella Park (328 reviews), Toolangi Heights (74 reviews), and Clancy Springs, South Gippsland (62 reviews) have proven to be crowd favourites. Prices range from $20 to an average of $110 per night. Popular amenities include toilets, potable water, and pet-friendly accommodations. While you're there, enjoy activities like wind sports, whitewater paddling and swimming.

88% (1.2K) • 51 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Altona

1. Sandhurst Motel & Campground

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40km from Altona · 38 sites · RVs, Lodging

Nestled within Carrum Downs (Frankston), Sandhurst Motel & Campground offers a serene escape just a stone’s throw from Port Phillip Bay. This well-maintained caravan park combines peaceful natural surroundings with thoughtfully equipped facilities for a relaxed and comfortable stay. Guests can choose from pet-friendly powered caravan sites or motel rooms, making it easy to bring along four-legged companions. The park features clean and well-kept amenities, including toilets, laundry facilities, ensuring convenience throughout your stay. For those who enjoy outdoor dining, the barbecue and communal areas create the perfect setting to share a meal in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. What sets Sandhurst Motel & Campground apart is its calm and orderly environment. The park is known for its tidy layout and thoughtful upkeep, which foster a respectful and harmonious atmosphere — making it an ideal destination for travellers seeking a restful and enjoyable holiday experience.

2. Ingenia Holidays Swan Bay

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43km from Altona · 12 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Nestled between Victoria’s Surf Coast and the swimming beaches of Port Phillip Bay, Ingenia Holidays Swan Bay sits on the shore of Swan Bay and is within direct access to the boat ramp and jetty, ideal for the fishing enthusiast. While Swan Bay Holiday Park is best known for its annual holiday cabins, we also offer a limited number of camping sites and facilities perfect for those who value serenity, wildlife, and the simple pleasures of the outdoors. The park boasts a fantastic collection of features for outdoor sports fanatics presenting two pools, driving range, tennis/pickle ball court, basketball court and large off leash pet area, proudly pet friendly all year round. With plenty of local attractions on offer, our unique holiday park gives you the opportunity to purchase your own cabin for perfect holidays and weekend stays. Swan Bay is an easy 75-minute drive from Melbourne and 90 minutes from Ballarat.

3. The Village Green & Pavilion

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74km from Altona · 6 sites · Lodging

The Village Green, located in Strath Creek, Victoria, just over an hour from Melbourne, offers a variety of group accommodations for events such as quiet retreats, family reunions, sports and leadership camps, and special events. Available options include four Glampervans, a Bunkhouse, The Headley Homestead, and an oval and Pavilion. For animal lovers, there is a wide range of native wildlife to be seen by day and night. Parrots, kookaburras, kangaroos, and wombats regularly roam around close to the accommodation. A night time stroll with a torch in hand enables you to get a close-up view of wild wombats grazing near your accommodation.

4. Shedquarters Bush Escape

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71km from Altona · 22 sites · Tents, Lodging

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. With the edge of the Lal Lal State Forest just outside the gate, your nature experience awaits. Bushwalking, mountain bike riding, horse riding are all available throughout the kilometers of bushland tracks. Make memories and bring your horses for some amazing trail rides, walk the peaceful trails immersing in nature with the many birds and animals or maybe just relax by the fires and enjoy the local wildlife and surroundings. Just 1.5 hours from West Melbourne or 50 minutes from Geelong. **Available weekly Friday - Sunday stays.** Things to Do. Bushwalking. Horse Riding - Doran Park Trail Rides is 1 km away and provides arranged horse trail rides, must book in advance. Or bring your own horses to the Shedquarters, there's heaps of room for them to safely and comfortably stay (we are a horse property). Paddocks and a large yard, places to park the float and hay deliveries on request. A homemade grassed arena with jumps available. On the wet days an indoor arena is available to book 5kms away, advanced bookings required. Walk or Ride to - The Shepards Daughters Grave located in the Lal Lal Forest. www.goldfieldsguide.com.au/explore-location/539/grave-of-the-shepherds-daughter/ Lal Lal Falls is 10 kilometers away with BBQ picnic facilities. Hunts Bridge is a free camp area providing fire camp stations for a lovely picnic. The Village of Buninyong is 15kms away. The Farm Gate Shop in Elaine is 7 kms away providing all local produce, and a great place to stock up on the local Meredith Dairy Goats Cheese - in buckets! Local Wineries within driving distance, Clyde Park Winery, Buninyong Winery. Great area for Gold Prospecting. Great place for wood collection, bring the trailer for some hard work (check to see if the forest wood collection is available) Bungal Dam picnic area. Ballan market is held on the second Saturday of the month 9-1pm Ballarat is a 30 minute drive.

5. Ingenia Holidays Queenscliff Beacon

48km from Altona · 123 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Experience a touch of luxury as you enjoy relaxation and rejuvenation at BIG4 Ingenia Queenscliff Beacon on the Bellarine Peninsula. Located less than 90 minutes from Melbourne CBD, you can choose from a range of caravan and camping sites, some even being pet friendly, so you can bring your pooch along. With artificial turf or natural grass sites on offer, as well as bathroom amenities, a camp kitchen, and Wi-Fi, you can camp with modern luxuries on the Bellarine Peninsula. During your stay, explore the Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale foreshores, with beautiful beaches nearby, or visit some of the local attractions such as the local Adventure Park and Jirrahlinga Wildlife Sanctuary. If you’d prefer to stay on the resort grounds, there’s plenty to keep you entertained! Enjoy free activities for kids on weekends and during school holidays, plus access to our indoor adventure playground, shaded giant jumping pad, indoor heated pool, and 24/7 fitness center.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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April 2025

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Weekend Trip to The Village Green & Pavilion

Had an amazing couple of days at Village Green. My partner, dog and I stayed in Glamper Wings for the Easter weekend and it was the most perfect place for us who had been wanting to disconnect from the busy and chaotic life in the city. We loved that the glamper came with everything we needed - a kitchen, smart tv, shower, etc. My favourite spot was the balcony - perfect for reading and having a glass of wine while getting yourself soaked in the quiet of nature. There was also a ridge walk trail we headed to from the site, and if there's something I wished we did differently is to get up early to do the hiking when there is more time before it gets dark. I loved knowing the history of the place where Village Green now stands on and seeing how the traditional owners of the land were acknowledged in some parts of the property. We wish to go back.