As the capital of sunny Queensland, Brisbane is a great destination for travellers looking to bring their furry companions along for the ride.
While the hustle and bustle of the city doesn’t have many caravan parks that accommodate pets, there are some stunning destinations just a short drive away that love your pets as much as you do.
Whether you’re after the waterfront on the Redcliffe peninsula or a park that’s family-focused and right next to the Gold Coast theme parks, we’ve rounded up the best pet-friendly caravan parks around Brisbane that offer comfort and convenience for you and your pet.
Our Favourite Pet-Friendly Caravan Parks Near Brisbane
Disclaimer: The caravan parks listed in this guide are not ranked in any particular order. Each park offers unique pet-friendly features, and the best choice will depend on your travel preferences, your pet’s needs, and availability at the time of booking. We recommend checking each park’s policies and amenities to find the perfect fit for your next adventure.
1. Scarborough Holiday Village
📍 Location: 2 Reef Point Esplanade, Scarborough, QLD 4020 – roughly 50 minutes to Brisbane City
🏕 Why it’s great: Scarborough Holiday Village is a great option for pet owners wanting to pull up along the calm waterfront. The caravan sites have top-tier beach frontage for your water-loving dogs to run along and enjoy the sand and still water. With large grassed areas for guests and dogs alike to play around, this site is great for pets that don’t want to be stuck inside the caravan. Plus, the park is situated in the middle of the local yacht club, and a park where your pup can run around.
🐶 Pet Policies:
- Pets are allowed on caravan sites and communal grass areas
- No pets/animals allowed in the villas or front decks, amenities, laundry, BBQ area, or offices
- Dogs must be kept on a leash while inside the park.
🌟 Nearby Attractions:
- Queens Beach North Off-leash Beach: A pet-friendly beach where your pup can run free.
- Kroll Gardens: A large dog-friendly park over 20 acres, perfect for long walks and plays.
- Pet-friendly cafés: Local spots like ‘Sea Salt and Vine’ are just a short walk away and dog-friendly.
2. Greenacres Caravan Park
📍 Location: 508/520 Mount Cotton Rd, Sheldon, QLD – roughly 40 minutes to Brisbane City.
🏕 Why it’s great: Greenacres Caravan Park is a cosy park perfect for pet owners looking to relax, but close enough to all the action. Just a short drive away is the ferry point for North Stradbroke Island, perfect for your pup to run around and enjoy the stunning beaches. Enjoy nature together with gorgeous hiking trails and conservation areas – perfect for pups who don’t want to be cooped up in a caravan all day.
🐶 Pet Policies:
- Pets are welcome on site, but an application must be made prior to arrival
- Pets must be supervised and behave at all times
- Greenacres will inform you of any other applicable rules upon arrival
🌟 Nearby Attractions:
- Hiking Trails: Enjoy nature with your pup on the Venman Track.
- Stradbroke Island: Situated a short drive to the ferry terminal, a trip out to Stradbroke is a great option for beach-loving dogs.
- Pet-friendly cafés: Local spots like ‘Grove Kitchen and Bar’ are dog-friendly, and have plenty of outdoor seating areas.
3.Big4 Holiday Park – Gold Coast
📍 Location: 66-86 Siganto Drive, Helensvale QLD 4212 – roughly 45 minutes to Brisbane City
🏕 Why it’s great: Big 4 Gold Coast Holiday Park is the perfect option to bring your pup and enjoy the best of both worlds – Brisbane and the Gold Coast. There are endless dog-friendly activities to enjoy. From beautiful parks, to dog-friendly beaches, to markets, the Gold Coast really does have it all for your adventure-loving pup. Plus, with off-leash areas within the holiday park, your fur baby is sure to have a good time so you can too.
🐶 Pet Policies:
- Pets are welcome, but must have a copy of their current vaccination upon arrival
- Pets must remain on leash except in off-leash areas, and must not be left unattended.
- Pets must not harm or threaten other guests or their pets.
- Pets are not allowed in the pool and water park areas.
- Owners must clean up after their pets, and failure to do so may result in cancellation.
🌟 Nearby Attractions:
- ‘The Spit’ Beach: A dog-friendly beach perfect for off-leash fun and swimming for your surf and sand-loving pets.
- Dog-Friendly Parks: Pet-friendly parks are scattered around the Gold Coast.
- Surfers Paradise Markets: Take your pup for a walk along the Surfers Paradise esplanade and browse the market stores on offer.
4. Golden Beach Holiday Park – Caloundra
📍 Location: 9 Onslow Street, Caloundra QLD, 4551 – roughly 1.5 hour drive to Brisbane City
🏕 Why it’s great: Golden Beach Holiday Park is a pet-loving park in a gorgeous spot along the Sunshine Coast water. If you’re looking for a relaxing holiday, this dog-friendly site has parks, gardens, and surf and calm water swimming spots for your water-loving pup. With a range of facilities including a camp kitchen, free BBQs, a pool, and a kiosk, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
🐶 Pet Policies:
- Pets are allowed on caravan and camping sites, but not in units.
- Pets can not enter the reception, pool, BBQ, or amenities area
- Pets can not be left alone in the park without prior approval from the On-Site Manager
- Pets can not bark excessively, appear aggressive or hinder other guests
- Check out Golden Beach Holiday Parks’ full pet policy here.
🌟 Nearby Attractions:
- Pumicestone Passage: A short walk from the park, Pumicestone Passage has flat water for sand-loving pets.
- Dog-friendly Parks: There are plenty of parks in the area, including the waterfront Monash Park, just a 3-minute walk from the holiday park.
- Local Cafés: Several pet-friendly cafés in the Caloundra area, including Little Sister Eatery, which is just a 10-minute walk from the park.
Ready to Hit the Road?
While Brisbane city doesn’t have many pet-friendly caravan options, staying in and around South East Queensland can give you and your pup an even better experience.
From the Sunshine Coast to the Gold Coast, there’s a pet-friendly adventure, with a mix of beach and nature activities that you and your pup will love.
Whether you’re stopping in for a night or making the most out of these scenic spots, these options cover everything you want for a relaxing getaway.
Planning your next road trip? Check out our SWAG caravans for sale in Brisbane for the perfect off-road setup to make your pet-friendly travels even more comfortable.
