Dog friendly camping

While dogs are generally not permitted in national parks, there are some exceptions, as well as many regional and state parks where you can camp with your four-legged companion. 

Where can I camp with my dog?

Find the perfect spot to camp with your dog across Victoria’s regional, state and national parks.

Regional and state parks

Banksia Bluff Campground, Cape Conran Coastal Park

Banksia Bluff Campground is a tranquil wooded campground where the peace is only broken by the dawn chorus and waves crashing. Set up camp among gum and banksia woodland and relax by the campfire. Camp with your dog on selected sites.

Paradise Beach Campground, Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park

The Paradise Beach Campground is separated from the beach by a stretch of fenced vegetation. There is access to the beach from the camping area. Use this access points to reduce the damage to the sensitive coastal vegetation.

Corringle Foreshore Campground, Marlo Coastal Reserve

Corringle Foreshore Campground is nestled between Corringle Slips on the Lower Snowy River estuary and Bass Strait. Pitch a tent in banksia woodlands close to the beach. Dog (on a lead) are welcome in this perfect fishing and boating location. 

Upper Yarra Reservoir Camping Area

Nestled right at the top of the Yarra Valley, you'll find the popular Upper Yarra Reservoir Park Camping Area. Enjoy a peaceful camping experience with open spaces, picnic grounds and spectacular scenery. This campground is dog friendly but dogs must be on a lead at all times. 

National parks

Jerusalem Creek Campground, Lake Eildon National Park

The eight separate camping areas offer basic dog-friendly camping nestled on the southern tip of the Jerusalem Block at Jerusalem Creek Campground — it's the perfect base to explore all Lake Eildon National Park has to offer.

Great Otway National Park

There are 2 campgrounds within the Great Otway National Park that cater for dogs on-lead.

Lake Elizabeth Campground

Lake Elizabeth Campground is a dogs-on-lead camping area sheltered by tall eucalypt trees and nestled beside the Barwon River.

Wombat-Lerderderg National Park

Dogs are permitted on lead in specified areas of Wombat-Lerderderg National Park. Explore the rugged landscape around the Lerderderg River, with picnic and recreation areas including Shaws Lake, O'Briens Crossing and Mackenzies Flat.

State forests

You can camp with your dog in all state forests in Victoria, except Murrindindi Scenic Reserve. With over 3 million hectares of state forest and over 300 campgrounds, there is plenty to explore with your dog. Find out more about visiting state forests with your dog on the Explore Outdoors website.