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Swim at these pet friendly free camps this summer – and a waterfall!

Cost FREE campsites featured (Maleny Showground budget priced)
Location Multiple locations: QLD, SA, VIC, NSW
Pet Friendly Yes – all featured camps are pet friendly
Campfires See Camps App
Facilities Varies by location – see individual sites in Camps App
Vehicle Access RV friendly at Chinamans Creek, Metung
In Camps App Yes – all locations available in Camps App

 

 

Gardners Falls waterfall and swimming area at pet-friendly free campsite in Maleny, Queensland

Summer is here! We stopped at a Queensland swimming favourite, Gardner Falls last weekend. Check out pet friendly camp Maleny Showground in your CAMPS App or guides to stay nearby.

It is budget priced, but this newsletter features FREE camps. Who said you can’t find free camps beside the water? Our last big trip was full of them! These camps below are also pet friendly…

Our CAMPS Ambassadors, Tracey and Dale said Point Brown was a great spot looking over the bay. Check out their Smoky Bay views in this video…

Donna Burt relaxed at Caliguel Lagoon near Condamine. Queensland’s Western Downs have upgraded their beautiful council camps…

“New toilets and brand new asphalt, RV friendly spot just 1 km walk from the centre of town…” Read more reviews on Chinamans Creek in the CAMPS App…

Less than 5 hours from Sydney, north of Wellington you’ll find Ponto Falls – we think it is an absolute gem! See our latest column…

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are all these campsites pet friendly?

Yes, all the featured campsites in this post are pet friendly, making them perfect for travelling with your four-legged companions this summer.

Which campsite is closest to Sydney?

Ponto Falls in NSW is less than 5 hours from Sydney, located north of Wellington, making it an accessible option for Sydney-based campers.

Can I swim at Gardner Falls?

Yes, Gardner Falls in Queensland is described as a swimming favourite. Stay nearby at Maleny Showground to access this swimming spot.

What facilities are available at Chinamans Creek in Metung?

Chinamans Creek features new toilets and brand new asphalt. It’s an RV friendly spot located just 1 km walk from the centre of Metung. Check the Camps App for current details.

Is Point Brown suitable for RVs?

Check the Camps App for current details about vehicle access and site specifications at Point Brown, SA.

Have the Western Downs camps been recently improved?

Yes, Queensland’s Western Downs have upgraded their beautiful council camps, including Caliguel Lagoon near Condamine.

Do I need to pay at Maleny Showground?

Maleny Showground is budget priced rather than free. Check the Camps App for current pricing details.

Can I find more pet friendly waterside camps?

Yes, download the Camps App for iPhone/iPad or Android to discover thousands more pet friendly camps across Australia, including many waterside locations.

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