Travel Together: Your Best Mate’s Welcome Too!
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Planning a road trip and don’t want to leave your furry friend behind? Good news – Australia’s country pubs aren’t just famous for cold beers and hearty meals — some also offer pet-friendly camping. We’ve triple-checked every pub listed here to make sure they genuinely allow pets on their camping areas, so you and your four-legged companion can travel stress-free.
Here’s our pick of the top pet-friendly pubs with camping:
1. Spud’s Roadhouse – Pimba, SA
- Camping: Yes (powered and unpowered sites)
- Pet-Friendly: Absolutely – dogs welcome!
- Why Visit: A legendary outback stop between Port Augusta and Coober Pedy. Big rigs and caravans fit easily, and there’s a relaxed attitude toward pets.
- Tip: Keep your dog on a leash — lots of roadhouse traffic.
📍 Check Spud’s Roadhouse on WikiPubs »
2. Royal Hotel – Rosedale, QLD
- Camping: Yes (free, with pub purchase encouraged)
- Pet-Friendly: Yes – dogs are welcome on leads.
- Why Visit: Quiet small-town vibe, friendly locals, and a grassy area for vans and campers.
- Tip: Treat yourself to a pub meal and enjoy a chat with the regulars.
📍 See Rosedale Royal Hotel on WikiPubs »
3. Nindigully Pub – Nindigully, QLD
- Camping: Free riverside camping
- Pet-Friendly: Yes – dogs allowed.
- Why Visit: One of Queensland’s oldest pubs (since 1864!). The famous giant burgers and river sunsets make it unforgettable.
- Tip: Pet-friendly but can get busy around festival times — book ahead if possible.
📍 Visit Nindigully Pub Website »
4. North Gregory Hotel – Winton, QLD
- Camping: Yes (small camping area)
- Pet-Friendly: Pets allowed when camping.
- Why Visit: Historic pub where “Waltzing Matilda” was first performed!
- Tip: Ideal for overnighting if you’re doing the Dinosaur Trail.
📍 Check North Gregory Hotel Website »
5. Mungindi Pub – Mungindi, NSW/QLD border
- Camping: Free basic camping (behind the pub)
- Pet-Friendly: Yes – dogs welcome.
- Why Visit: This small town straddles two states! Great little stop to experience real country hospitality.
- Tip: Watch sunset over the Barwon River.
📍 Learn More About Mungindi Pub »
6. Pine Creek Hotel – NT
- Camping: Yes (caravan park attached)
- Pet-Friendly: Yes (pets allowed on leash)
- Why Visit: A great base to explore Kakadu’s southern end.
- Tip: Ask the pub about pet-safe areas if planning to explore nearby parks — Kakadu has some no-pet zones.
7. The Daly Waters Pub – Daly Waters, NT
- Camping: Paid camping & caravan park
- Pet-Friendly: Yes – pets welcome in camping areas.
- Why Visit: A true Aussie outback icon filled with quirky memorabilia and endless yarns.
- Tip: Book ahead during dry season — it’s popular.
8. Silverton Hotel – Silverton, NSW
- Camping: Camping nearby and free overnight stops
- Pet-Friendly: Yes – outside areas allow dogs on lead.
- Why Visit: Made famous by Mad Max movies. It’s quirky, historic, and truly outback.
- Tip: Visit the art galleries dotted around the town.
📍 See Silverton Hotel Website »
Final Tips Before You Travel:
🐾 Always check directly with the pub before you arrive — rules can change seasonally.
🐾 Keep pets leashed and clean up after them to help keep these places pet-friendly.
🐾 Support the pub by grabbing a meal or drink — it helps these country icons survive!
Information was accurate at time of publishing. We recommend confirming directly with the venue before travel, as pet and camping policies may change
