Camping in the Swan Valley Perth Australia

1. Logue Brook Campground, Hoffman

The spacious Logue Brook Campground is a great base for a range of water activities, including swimming, fishing, water skiing and launching canoes or kayaks. Nestled amongst peaceful state forest, there are 126 powered and unpowered campsites and plenty of amenities on offer – making this a great camping spot for those who’d prefer to not sacrifice the small luxuries.

• Distance from Perth: An hour and a half on State Route 2 and South Western Highway.
• Amenities: Long drop toilets, gas and electric barbeques, a playground and the Lake Brockman Tourist Park café.
• Cost: $10 per night for adults, $2.20 per night for children aged between 5 and 16.

Remember, unless you’re in a designated off-leash area, always keep your dog safely restrained and stay away from areas with 1080 baits. These poisonous baits are lethal for domestic pets. Look out for signs warning about baits, ticks (that could lead to ehrlichiosis) or other harmful objects in the area – and also, check the location of vets nearby so you know where to go in an emergency.

2. Banksia Tourist Park, Hazelmere

The powered pet sites at Banksia Tourist Park are ideal for a break from the city, at under an hour from the CBD. The park is situated amongst tranquil bushland at the base of the Perth Hills, and offers plenty of amenities, spacious sites and plenty of recreational areas to unwind at.

Doggy day care is available at the park for $20 per day if you’d like to explore the surrounding national parks (which are not pet-friendly). And if you’re searching for a peaceful spot to walk your pup, the off-lead Greenslopes Dog Park is a short stroll from the park.

• Distance from Perth CBD: 30 minutes on National Highway 94.
• Amenities: Ablution and laundry facilities, and an off-lead dog exercise area.
• Cost: $38 per site per night.

3. Woodman Point Holiday & Caravan Park, Cockburn

If you’re keen to take your pup seaside, book a cabin or site at the dog-friendly Woodman Point Holiday & Caravan Park. The vibrant park is jam-packed with amenities and fun activities for the kids, and is a great base if you’re eager to explore the neighbouring coastline, the Woodman Point Ammo Jetty or any of the dog-friendly cafes, beaches or even bars in the city of Fremantle.

• Distance from Perth CBD: 35 minutes on State Route 2.
• Amenities: Activity room, barbeques, camp kitchen, a kiosk, laundry, playground and swimming pool.
• Cost: $22 per night for an unpowered site, or $32 per night for a paved, powered site.

4. Marrinup Townsite Campground, Holyoake

The 100 camp sites on the grassy Marrinup Townsite Campground are an idyllic spot for a quick getaway from the city. Situated a few kilometres from Dwellingup, these camping grounds previously catered for Italian and German prisoners of war – and today, you can take your dog on the 4.5-kilometre walking trail which connects the campsite to remnants of buildings from this period of history.

Sites can’t be pre-booked at this campground, and you’ll need to bring drinking water with you.

• Distance from Perth: One hour and 20 minutes on State Route 2. 
• Amenities: Picnic tables, wood barbeques and longdrop toilets.
• Cost: $8 per night for adults, $3 per night for children aged between 5 and 16. 

5) Pinjarrah Holiday Park, Pinjarra

Situated on picturesque farmland, the Pinjarrah Holiday Park offers 70 dog-friendly grass sites and plenty of amenities for campers. The lower 100 acres of the property is an off-lead area for dogs; making this a popular destination for larger dog owners who require plenty of space for exercise.

Other animals you may find at the park (and on the park’s working farm) include the owners’ cows and horses, and a few native red-tailed black cockatoos, kangaroos and rabbits.

• Distance from Perth: An hour and five minutes on State Route 2.
• Amenities: Onsite laundry, camp kitchens with gas barbeques and campfires (in-season).
• Cost: $12.50 per night for adults, $7 per night for children.