NSW South Coast beach and bushland — pet-friendly travelling territory
Pet-friendly · New South Wales

NSW holiday parks where your dog is welcome

Coastal, hinterland, and regional caravan parks across New South Wales that take dogs. Compare amenities, check each park’s pet policy, and book your stay on Total Parks.

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Why NSW is the easiest state to caravan with a dog

New South Wales sits in an unusual sweet spot for travelling with a dog. The state has more kilometres of coastline than any other on Australia’s east, private holiday parks vastly outnumber national-park-only campgrounds, and most regional caravan parks accept dogs year-round — including stretches of the year when neighbouring beaches are open to off-leash exercise.

The catch is the national parks themselves. Under NSW NPWS policy, dogs are kept out of nearly every national-park campground, day-use area, and walking track in the state. So the private caravan parks — beachfront in the north, river-fed through the central west, alpine in the south — are where dog owners actually stay. Every park listed below is privately run and welcomes dogs.

Pet policies vary park-by-park. Pet fees are usually $5–$15 per dog per night, with some operators charging a flat $25–$50 per stay; many parks waive the fee in low season. Most NSW parks honour the restricted-breed list in the NSW Companion Animals Act and may exclude additional breeds at the operator’s discretion.

For parks bookable on Total Parks, pet rules are part of the booking, not fine print after payment. Fees are included in your total, dog limits are checked against the site or cabin you choose, and restricted breeds are blocked before checkout.

Pet-Friendly Holiday Parks in NSW

300 parks · 8 bookable on Total Parks

Sorted by bookability, rating, reviews, and name.

Frequently asked questions

Do NSW national park campgrounds allow dogs?

No. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service keeps dogs out of almost all national-park campgrounds, day-use areas, and walking tracks. The dog-friendly parks in NSW are the private ones — coastal, river, and regional holiday parks rather than NPWS sites.

How does Total Parks make sure my dog is actually welcome at the park I book?

For parks bookable on Total Parks, the pet policy is checked before you pay. Pet fees are included in the total, dog limits are matched to the site or cabin you choose, and restricted breeds are blocked before checkout. The directory shows dog-welcoming parks across NSW, with more bookable options coming online as parks join Total Parks.

What pet fees should I expect at a pet-friendly NSW caravan park?

Typically $5–$15 per dog per night. Some parks charge a flat $25–$50 per stay regardless of length, and a small number waive pet fees outside school holidays. For parks bookable through Total Parks, the park’s pet fee, fee basis (per night vs per stay), maximum-dog count, and size limits are all calculated into your booking total at checkout rather than collected on arrival, so the price you see is the price you pay.

Can I leave my dog at the caravan park while I’m out for the day?

Most NSW parks do not permit unattended dogs in tents or unfenced sites; some allow dogs to remain in a fully fenced cabin or caravan if they are not noise-prone. Park rules vary and are surfaced on each park’s pet policy on the listing — read the policy before you book if a day trip without your dog is part of the plan.

Are restricted dog breeds allowed at NSW holiday parks?

NSW law restricts five breeds (American Pit Bull Terrier / Pit Bull Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Japanese Tosa, and Perro de Presa Canario / Presa Canario) plus any dog declared restricted by a council. Most parks mirror this list and may also exclude additional breeds at their discretion.

Which parts of NSW have the most pet-friendly caravan parks?

The North Coast (Port Stephens up through Coffs Harbour, Byron Bay, and the Tweed) and the South Coast (Jervis Bay down to Eden) have the most dog-friendly parks to choose from, simply because both coastlines are packed with private holiday parks. The Central West (around Bathurst, Mudgee, and Orange) and the Murray River towns come next.

When is the best time of year to travel NSW with a dog?

Shoulder seasons (April–June and September–November) are ideal: school holidays are crowded and many beaches change off-leash rules in peak summer; winter on the North Coast is mild and dog-tolerant; the Snowy Mountains and Central West are colder but spacious. Booking 6–10 weeks ahead in shoulder season usually unlocks the widest pet-policy choice.

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Last updated 27 May 2026 · Edited by Total Parks editorial team