Dog Friendly Campsites for the Long Weekend

The October long weekend is a great opportunity for families and keen travellers to escape the city for a few days. But, with so many people wanting to make the most of a 3 day weekend, caravan parks and camping sites always book out early. To ensure you don’t miss out, make sure you pre-book your dog friendly caravan site – because what’s a camping trip without your dog!

Check out some of our top picks below for dog friendly camping spots in SA.

Yorke Peninsula bush camping

Always a crowd favourite for a quick caravan getaway. The Yorke Peninsula offers gorgeous coastlines great for fishing, boating surfing and relaxing. To top it off, there are plenty of bush camping options that are both dog and caravan friendly. Bush camping on the Yorke Peninsula is a great alternative to a dog friendly caravan park in SA. If you’re happy to go without the luxuries of a caravan park that is! 

Moonta Bay Caravan Park

The Moonta Bay Caravan Park is another popular location for long weekend getaways. The park is set on prime beachfront land and only 164kms north-west of Adelaide. And yes, you can add this one to the list of dog friendly caravan parks in SA! 

Definitely pre-book if you’re planning to head here for the long weekend. 

Cohen Rest Area Eyre Peninsula

Dog friendly, caravan friendly and free! Cohen Rest Area is the ideal spot for an overnight stay when trekking across the Eyre Peninsula. Keep in mind that this is only a rest area and travellers can stay for a maximum of 24 hours. However, it’s still a very convenient dog friendly campsite for travellers heading to Penong.

Coffin Bay Caravan Park 

Situated only 30 minutes from Port Lincoln, Coffin Bay is well worth the drive for a long weekend getaway. The small coastal town offers pristine beaches, national parks, 4wd tracks and more – there’s something for every traveller to enjoy here. 

In addition, the Coffin Bay Caravan Park is a dog friendly camping location. Pack the car, pack the pooch and head to the EP for the long weekend! 

Caravan Storage at Store UR Stuff

Need somewhere to store your caravan after the long weekend? Store UR Stuff has a great range of outdoor storage spaces perfect for storing your caravan, van or camper trailer. Our vehicle storage is secure, affordable and a great option when you run out of room at home. Check out our storage options online or call the friendly Store UR Stuff team on 8371 0000.

Furthermore, check out this blog if you need some tips on how to prepare your caravan for storage.

Easter Long Weekend – National Park Camping Spots in SA

It’s almost Easter, which means a four day long weekend and an excuse to grab your caravan and head out camping. However, you may not have had enough time to look for the best campsites to stay at. Additionally, camping can be a fun activity for the whole family to get away and spend some quality time together. But what makes a camping trip even more fun?

Locations for a Caravan Getaway

When the season is right, what better excuse to head down and pick up your caravan from storage, gather the family and hit the road. Are you thinking about your next location for a caravan getaway? We have looked at vehicle storage options and how to prepare your caravan for storage. Now, let’s look at some top locations in South Australia for your next caravan holiday!

Family friendly caravan getaway to Renmark

Only 254km from Adelaide. This small town in South Australia’s riverland area is the ultimate location for your next caravan getaway. Stay at the BIG4 Holiday Park, Renmark and enjoy activities suitable for you and the family. This Big 4 caravan park features a waterpark, multiple playgrounds, games room, and powered waterfront sites for your caravan. Additionally, while you’re there visit Australia’s largest rose garden, Renmark Club and canoe the riverland. Further to this Renmark is home to Wilkadene Brewery, Twenty Third Street Distillery and many surrounding wineries.

Camp beachfront in Port Elliot

Located only 84km from Adelaide. Port Elliot sits on the scenic Horseshoe Bay located on the South Coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula. Famous for it’s coastal beaches and walking trails, as well as the Cockle train and Pt Elliot Bakery. In addition, it’s only a short 15 minute drive to Victor Harbor featuring the Granite Island recreation park and the Bluff viewpoint. BIG4 Holiday Park wins again, but this time in Port Elliot of course. This is the best holiday park to stay with your caravan and can be a cheap holiday option if you’re from Adelaide. Furthermore, stay in a beachfront powered site where you are within walking distance to Horseshoe Bay!

Jump on the ferry and head to Kangaroo Island

Feel like venturing just a bit further on your next caravan holiday? Jump on the SeaLink Ferry to South Australia’s iconic Kangaroo Island. SeaLink Ferry accept online bookings of caravans with a maximum length of 4m and 2.3m high. But if your caravan is longer and higher than that you can make a reservation by calling directly. Depending on what area of KI appeals to you, there are quite a few caravan parks to choose from. Kangaroo Island Shores – Caravan Park & Camping is located close to the SeaLink ferry terminal at Penneshaw, overlooking Hog Bay beach. Kingscote Tourist Park and Family units is located 3km from the largest town on Kangaroo Island. In addition to this, Parndana Hotel Caravan Park & Cabins is located in central Kangaroo Island. This location gives you easy access to some of the main attractions such as; Seal Bay and Flinders Chase National Park. Furthermore, all of these holiday parks provide powered camping sites for your caravan getaway.

Storage for your caravan

Once you return from your perfect caravan getaway, you don’t want to take up your driveway with your caravan. Ever considered self storage? Store Ur Stuff is extending it’s parking bays for vehicle storage. These bays are ideal for caravans, trucks, cars, boats and trailer storage. Featuring competitive pricing and secured PIN coded gates. As well as a one way drive and park system and 24/7 recorded CCTV. Ultimately providing safe and secure self storage options. Want to secure a spot or want to know more? Give the team a call on 08 8371 0000.

Lastly, do you have a favourite caravan getaway location in South Australia? Leave a reply below to let us know what it is.

Photo credit: Port Elliot Holiday Park