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Pre-pandemic tourism was an important contributor to the economy for all states, territories and the country as a whole. The source of that income included our own domestic market as well as that from overseas visitors to our country.
We also had a huge amount of overseas travel from our own population that still added to our economy.
As traveling with pets during covid can be a hassle, it will eventually ease but how we holiday, to where, how we get there etc. are all things that may paint a different picture to what we have experienced previously.
Here is how we have segmented the various regions in Western Australia;
Perth & beyond
Freemantle, York, Rockingham, Mandurah, Swan Valley
Margaret River & South West
Bunbury, Augusta, Albany, Nannup, Bussleton
Australia’s Coral Coast
Cervantes, The Pinnacles, Geraldton, Mullewa, Monkey Mia, Carnarvon, Coral Bay, Ningaloo Reef, Shark Bay, Exmouth
Broome & North West
Karratha, Port Hedland, Marble Bay, The Kimberley, Kununurra, Fitzroy Crossing, Halls Creek, Pilbara, Lake Argyle
Australia’s Golden Outback
Eucla, Caiguna, Esperance, Coolgardie, Kalgoorlie, Leonora, Mt Magnet, Meekatharra, Newman
We hope this guides you with planning and that you have a fantastic time on your ‘holiday at home.’
Dog friendly road trips WA
Perth & beyond
(includes Freemantle, York, Rockingham, Mandurah, Swan Valley)
Woodman Point Holiday & Caravan Park – Cockburn/Munster
Cockburn is a coastal suburb of the greater Perth region; around 24KM south of Perth and 8KM S of Freemantle.
It has great bus and train links if you want to get around without having to drive.
Facilities at this park include a Camp Kitchen, BBQ’s, laundry, activity room, bouncing pillow, playground, kiosk, WIFI and swimming pool.
They are dog friendly with powered and unpowered sites as well as a 1-bedroom standard cabin.
All are subject to availability, and the manager’s approval.
Here is a link to their current terms and conditions, including their pet policy.
You need to be aware of the conditions prior to making your booking: https://www.discoveryholidayparks.com.au/terms_and_conditions
PH: 08 9434 1433 or 1800 244 133
Enquiries by phone or email to
Bookings online through https://www.discoveryholidayparks.com.au/caravan-parks/western-australia/cockburn-woodman-point
Cnr 132 Cockburn Road and Magazine Court, Munster (Fremantle), WA 6166
Northam Caravan Park – Northam (Avon Valley)
This property is dog friendly to caravans only and if you fit that category and are doing a road trip then Northam is an ideal place for a stopover and base.
Being in the Avon Valley you have a wine region close by.
If travelling further Northam is a crossroads town with highway links; West to Perth, South to Albany, East to Coolgardie (then to Kalgoorlie or further East to interstate), or North staying inland almost to Port Hedland.
The park has a Camp Kitchen, BBQ, laundry, and dog exercise area. Check with them that your dog is OK before making your booking.
PH: 08 9622 1620
Enquiries by phone or email to
Bookings online through http://www.northamcaravanpark.com/
150 Yilgarn Avenue, Northam, WA 6401
Margaret River & South West
(includes Bunbury, Augusta, Albany, Nannup, Bussleton)
Karridale Cottages and Hop Farm – Karridale (Margaret River region)
Karridale is a small inland township, between Margaret River and Augusta.
There is a detailed map on their website with directions from major access points.
As well as this property that is a working Hop farm, the area also has wineries, Olive producers and a Mead producer (by appointment).
This property is eco-friendly; utilizing solar power, rainwater tanks, recycled toilet paper, natural soap, composting as well as replanting native species.
All of their holiday cottages are dog friendly and currently have a surcharge of $15 per dog, per stay. We would recommend mentioning your dog before making your booking.
PH: 0430 490 708
Enquiries by phone or email to https://www.karridalecottages.com.au/contact
Bookings online through https://www.karridalecottages.com.au/
300 Brockman Highway, Karridale, WA 6288
Emu Beach Chalets – Emu Point (Albany region)
Emu Point is a suburb in the NE of Albany along the SE coast of the state.
It is an area popular as a holiday destination thanks to its beaches, swimming, fishing and boating.
However, there is a lot more to see and do in the area.
The property has a mix of chalets and holiday houses.
All accommodation options are pet friendly; follow the link for their pet policy.
The chalets don’t have fenced yards; some of the holiday houses do have yards and if that is a “must have” then discuss with the site when booking in yourself and your dog; http://www.emubeachchalets.com.au/pet-policy
PH: 08 9844 8889
Enquiries by phone
Book online through http://www.emubeachchalets.com.au/
9 Medcalf Parade Emu Point, Albany, WA 6330
Australia’s Coral Coast
(includes Cervantes, The Pinnacles, Geraldton, Mullewa, Monkey Mia, Carnarvon, Coral Bay, Ningaloo Reef, Shark Bay, Exmouth)
Drummond Cove Holiday Park – Drummond Cove (Geraldton area)
Drummond Cove is a small coastal town around 12KM N of Geraldton and a popular place to explore the area, including beaches and the famous Pink Lake.
The pet friendly accommodation options at this holiday park include powered and unpowered sites as well as 2 cabins.
These are subject to availability and at the manager’s discretion.
You need to contact the park direct to book, especially if wanting one of the cabins.
There are a number of conditions; here is a link to their current pet policy; https://www.drummondcove.com/pets.html
PH: 08 9938 2524 or 1800 992 524
Enquiries by phone or email to
Bookings online through https://www.drummondcove.com/
1633 NW Coastal Highway, Buller, WA 6532
Murchison House Station – (Between Ajana & Kalbarri)
This is a working farm around 160KM N of Geraldton.
They are rearing cattle and goats currently and it was a sheep station previously.
This is a back to basics camping experience that makes you appreciate what life on a large property is like.
The sites are unpowered and ablutions are basic.
They are open from April to October annually.
They have 2 camping areas on the property; The Homestead camping area accessible by 2WD and facing on to a stretch of the river; the other area is the Bush Camping area that is 4WD accessible only.
Have a look at the link for directions and details of the property and camping areas; http://www.murchisonhousestation.com.au/
PH: 08 99371998
Enquiries and bookings by email to
5618 Kalbarri – Ajana Rd, Kalbarri, WA 6536
Broome & North West
(includes Karratha, Port Hedland, Marble Bay, The Kimberley, Kununurra, Fitzroy Crossing, Halls Creek, Pilbara, Lake Argyle)
Discovery Parks Pilbara Karratha – (Pilbara region)
Karratha is a city in the Pilbara that adjoins the Port of Dampier and is a great base to explore that section of the Pilbara region.
This holiday park has their camping and caravan sites and selected cabins as their pet friendly accommodation options subject to availability and approval.
Follow the link to read the current terms and conditions as well as pet policy, prior to making your booking.
Other facilities include a Camp Kitchen, BBQ’s, laundry, kiosk, WIFI, swimming pool and playground.
PH: 08 9185 1855 or 1800 451 855
Enquiries by phone or email to
Bookings online through https://www.discoveryholidayparks.com.au/caravan-parks/western-australia/pilbara-pilbara-karratha
70 Rosemary Road, Karratha, WA 6714
Halls Creek Motel
Halls Creek is a small town in the Eastern Kimberley region, popular as a stopover point and rich in indigenous history which makes it a popular destination for dog friendly road trips WA.
They do advertise as being pet friendly; call them prior to making a booking to make sure your dog is approved.
They do have an inhouse bar and restaurant.
PH: 08 9168 9600
Enquiries by phone or email from their website
Bookings online through http://www.hallscreekmotel.com.au/
194 Northern Highway, Halls Creek, WA 6770
Australia’s Golden Outback
(includes Eucla, Caiguna, Esperance, Coolgardie, Kalgoorlie, Leonora, Mt Magnet, Meekatharra, Newman)
Great Western Travel Village – Norseman (Golden Outback)
Norseman is a small town, midway between Esperance and Kalgoorlie and at the junction of the Highway 1 coming in from the east.
It is situated in what is known as the Goldfields-Esperance region and is set in woodlands with amazing granite formations and is rich in indigenous history.
It makes a great stopover point for a road trip.
The travel village advertises as pet friendly and we would recommend phoning or emailing ahead to have your dog approved prior to making your booking.
They are about 1KM from the centre of town; they also have their own inhouse restaurant.
PH: 08 9039 1633
Enquiries by phone or email to
Bookings online through https://www.norsemangreatwesternmotel.com.au/
Corner Prinsep and McIvor Street, Norseman, WA 6443
Outback Gold Accommodation – Mount Magnet (Golden Outback)
This town is one of the original gold mining towns in mid-west, and is the longest running gold mine in WA.
This property is on the outskirts of Mount Magnet, with pet friendly accommodation and they are right next to one of the fossicking fields which makes a great stop over for dog friendly road trips WA.
They have 5 air-conditioned units with ensuites and are popular with dog owners. You would need to contact them prior to making a booking to make sure your dog is approved.
PH: 08 9963 4433
Enquiries and bookings by phone or email to
6 Scott Close, Mount Magnet, WA 6638
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