All set to take a caravan holiday with the family but you’re not ready to leave without your furry friend tagging along? We’ve got the perfect list of our favourite pet friendly caravan parks around Western Australia where dogs are welcome.
NOTE: Some locations only allow certain dog sizes or at certain times of the year, we recommend reaching out to your desired caravan park to confirm your dog friendly campsite before booking.
1. Pink Lake Tourist Park, Esperance
Located in the heart of Esperance, Pink Lake Tourist Park has everything for you and your four legged friends. Great amenities to keep you and the kids entertained while being a short drive away from the stunning Pink Lake for some out-of-this-world Insta pics and a 2km drive from a beautiful stroll along the stunning Esperance Bay.
Amenities: Sheltered BBQ areas, Free Wifi, Campers Kitchen, 3x Children’s Play Areas, Spacious Ablutions Block, Dump Point.
Cost: $38 for unpowered sites and $44 for powered sites per night OFF PEAK
Dog Fees: Yes – contact park for pricing
Pet Friendly All Year Round: No – excludes Christmas and Easter periods
2. Fonty’s Pool, Manjimup
We couldn’t make a list of dog friendly campgrounds and not include Fonty’s Pool. This stunning location is a local favourite with its amazing amenities, the titular “Fonty’s Pool” itself and a renovated caravan park that has now been expanded into a roomy little tourist park. They even host weddings on location and it’s not hard to see why, the area is stunning and your pet will have a blast as you explore the campground and its surroundings (on a leash).
Amenities: Two Camper Kitchens with BBQs, Gas Top Stove, Big Fire Pit (seasonal), Refurbished Amenities Block with Showers, Laundry, Newly Renovated Playground, Large Pool Area with Pool Tubes and Diving Platform.
Cost: $30 for unpowered sites and $38 for powered sites per night OFF PEAK
Dog fees: Yes – contact park for pricing
Pet Friendly All Year Round: No – excludes the Christmas break and any long weekend periods. They also don’t allow pets during the annual Truffle Kerfuffle Festival run in Winter.
3. Sues Bridge, Nannup
Situated within walking distance to the Blackwood River, Sues Bridge Campground is great for those of us who want to escape into the Western Australian bush with our dogs. This unpowered site is non-bookable and sites are awarded on a first-come-first-serve basis and they may be busy during weekends and holidays. Each campsite has its own separate picnic bench and fire ring for keeping warm and roasting marshmallows.
Amenities: Picnic Bench, Fire Ring, BBQ Area, Water Tap, Long Drop Toilets
Cost: Price is $11 per adult, $7 for concession and $3 for children
Dog fees: No
Pet Friendly All Year Round: Yes
4. BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks, Busselton
Only 160m from the beach, the Breeze Holiday Park is the perfect down-south getaway in Busselton. Explore around this pet friendly caravan park with a dog, play areas and picnic tables to enjoy a nice family dinner.
Amenities: BBQ Areas, Family/Accessible Bathrooms, Free WiFi, Laundry, Camp Kitchen, Amenities Block, Water Tap, Sullage Point, Playgrounds, Dog Wash
Cost: Powered sites are from $48 per night
Dog fees: Yes – contact park for pricing
Pet Friendly All Year Round: No – Christmas/New Year and Easter periods are excluded
5. Discovery Parks Bunbury Foreshore, Bunbury
Discovery Parks Bunbury Foreshore is on Koombana Bay, positioned right next to long stretches of beautiful white sand beaches and quiet bays. The shipwreck-themed splash park will keep kids entertained while you can take a quick walk to the Bunbury town centre or go for a dive in the ocean and see if you can spot the local Bottlenose Dolphins.
Amenities: BBQ Areas, Camp Kitchen, Hire Facilities, WiFi Access, Laundry, Swimming Pool, Waterpark, Ablutions Block
Cost: From $54 per night for powered sites or upgrade to a powered site with an ensuite for $64
Dog fees: Yes – contact park for pricing
Pet Friendly All Year Round: Yes
6. Jurien Bay Tourist Park, Jurien Bay
Only a few steps away from the beach, you’ll be feeling like you’re on holiday as soon as you reach Jurien Bay Tourist Park. On your quick stroll to the beach, you’ll see multiple cafes next to the playground on the foreshore. This is definitely one of our favourite dog friendly camping spots.
Amenities: Campers Kitchen, Laundry, Jumping Pillow, Dump Point, BBQ Area, Ablution Block, Free WiFi
Cost: From $34 per night for unpowered camping sites and $42 for powered caravan/camping sites
Dog fees: Yes – contact park for pricing
Pet Friendly All Year Round: Yes
7. Geraldton Caravan Park, Geraldton
Explore Geraldton and surrounds with your four legged friend with ease at Geraldton Caravan Park. Taken over and renovated in 2017, the facilities are great for you to kick up your feet and enjoy your holiday. Be sure to check out the Mullewa Region if you’re staying here during wildflower season and see the landscape explode with colour.
Amenities: Pool, Clean Amenities (with Good Water Pressure), Camp Kitchens, Laundry, Dump Point, Off Lead Area
Cost: Unpowered sites are from $30 per night and you can grab a powered site from $35 per night
Dog fees: $10 per pet per night
Pet Friendly All Year Round: Yes
8. Coral Coast Tourist Park, Carnarvon
With great facilities within walking distance of your camper trailer, you have everything you need within a quick stroll from Coral Coast Tourist Park, including options for lunch, dinner or a cheeky coffee on the waterfront. Carnarvon offers plenty of options to keep you busy besides the local beaches including a drive to the magical Rocky Pool or the Blowholes.
Amenities: Rec Room, Modern/Clean Ablutions Block, BBQs, Free WiFi, Campers Kitchen, Laundry, Tropical Pool, Bouncy Castle, Playground, Bike Hire, Accessible Facilities
Cost: Unpowered sites from $48 per night and powered sites from $51 per night
Dog fees: Yes – contact park for pricing
Pet Friendly All Year Round: Yes
9. RAC Exmouth Cape Holiday Park, Exmouth
Located in the bucket-list destinations of Western Australia, Exmouth Cape Holiday Park is one of the best dog friendly campgrounds with beautiful pools and BBQ areas with picnic tables. Or if you’re feeling like a day trip, explore the beaches that are known for their beautiful waters and snorkelling.
Amenities: Camp Kitchen, Two Swimming Pools, Laundry, Kids Wading Pool, Dump Point, Kiosk, Rec Room, Snorkel Hire, Car Wash Bay, Playground, Ablutions Block, Free WiFi, BBQs
Cost: From $49 per night for their powered pet-friendly sites
Dog fees: Yes – contact park for pricing
Pet Friendly All Year Round: Yes
10. Discovery Parks Broome, Broome
Experience the majestic beauty of Western Australia’s Top End with a stay at Discovery Parks Broome. See the beautiful natural phenomenon, “Staircase to the Moon”, explore Aboriginal art galleries or check out Matso’s Brewery for a drink.
Amenities: Boat Ramp, Camp Kitchen, Dump Point, Laundry, Playground, Swimming Pool, WiFi Access,
Cost: From $36 for a powered site with an option for a waterfront site upgrade from $38
Dog fees: No
Pet Friendly All Year Round: Yes
Choosing Your Pet Friendly Caravan Parks
There are many dog friendly campgrounds around Western Australia and hopefully, with this guide, you’ll be able to choose the right location with pet friendly facilities for your pooch. If you’re ever in doubt, just message the campsites themselves and make sure to be respectful with your pet and you’ll be having a great dog friendly camping holiday in no time!
When you’re ready to hit the open road, you can count on the team at Lewis RV to help prepare you. With a fully stocked caravan and camping store, onsite servicing and caravan sales, you’ll find everything you need and more. Don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team online or by calling us (08) 6555 7755.
