The rules change at every border
Most national parks in Australia do not allow dogs, which is why private caravan parks carry most trips with one. The detail changes at each state border, and it can change where you are able to stop for the night.
Pick your state for its rules, the official sources behind them, and the private parks that take dogs. If your trip crosses several states, check each one. A stop that is fine in one state can be off limits, or dangerous for your dog, in the next.
Parks you can book on Total Parks show their pet fee and dog limits for the site or cabin you choose. The rest are listed so you can compare them.
Choose your state

Pet-Friendly Holiday Parks in NSW
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.

Pet-Friendly Holiday Parks in Victoria
Caravan parks that take dogs right across Victoria — the Surf Coast, Great Ocean Road, High Country, Gippsland, and Mornington Peninsula — and more dog-friendly cabins than any other state. Compare parks, check the pet policy, and book your stay on Total Parks.

Pet-Friendly Caravan Parks in Queensland
Private caravan parks from the Tropical North to the outback that take dogs. Pets are banned from Queensland national parks, so a trip with a dog is planned around parks like these.

Pet-Friendly Caravan Parks in South Australia
Private caravan parks from the Eyre Peninsula to the Limestone Coast that take dogs, in a state where some national parks allow them on a lead too.

Pet-Friendly Caravan Parks in Western Australia
Private caravan parks from the South West to the Coral Coast that take dogs. Pets are generally not permitted in WA parks, where fox baits can kill a dog.

Pet-Friendly Caravan Parks in Tasmania
Private caravan parks around the island that take dogs, for a trip that starts with a tapeworm treatment at home and a kennel or cabin on the ferry.
Pet-friendly parks you can book on Total Parks
Sorted by rating, reviews, and name.
Frequently asked questions
Are dogs allowed in Australian national parks?
Generally not, and each state sets its own rules. Queensland bans pets from national parks apart from certified assistance dogs. NSW, Victoria, Western Australia, and Tasmania keep dogs out of most of theirs, with limited exceptions. South Australia allows dogs on a lead in some parks.
How do I know a caravan park will accept my dog?
Check the pet policy on the listing. Some parks have detailed rules on Total Parks for each site or cabin, while others have only marked themselves as dog-friendly, so look at what applies to the stay type you want.
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Last updated 10 November 2026 · Edited by Total Parks editorial team

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