BIG4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park
- Dogs
- Welcome
- Size cap
- No cap
- Where
- Cardigan, VIC
- Policy checked
- 2026-06-11
What visitors mention
Pet policy
Yes, dogs are permitted to stay overnight at BIG4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park in designated, fenced dog-friendly accommodation. Pet Policy Summary - Accommodations: Seven specifically designated pet-friendly cabins with fenced outdoor dog runs are available. - Rules: Dogs are permitted to sleep inside, but must remain off beds and furniture. - Sites: There are also 12 fully fenced and 9 unfenced pet-friendly caravan/camping sites available. - Restrictions: Pets are not permitted in any other cabins or on any other sites, and they must be declared upon booking. For specific fee information a
BIG4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park in Cardigan, 10 minutes west of Ballarat CBD, is a family-focused holiday park with a genuine dog-friendly precinct. It calls its pet area "Scentral Park": 12 fully fenced sites with double sliding gates plus 9 unfenced pet-friendly sites, alongside dedicated pet-friendly cabins.
The pet policy. Seven two-bedroom cabins are set up for dogs, each with its own fenced outdoor dog run, and there are 12 fenced plus 9 unfenced caravan and camping sites reserved for guests travelling with pets.
- Dogs must be declared at the time of booking, and pet-friendly sites and cabins are limited, so book ahead.
- You will need to sign the park's dog policy agreement on arrival.
- Outside your site, dogs must be leashed (under 2 metres) and never left unattended.
- Inside cabins, dogs are allowed to sleep indoors but must stay off beds and furniture.
- Dogs are not permitted in common areas: camp kitchens, amenities blocks, reception or the playground.
- Washing dogs or their bedding in the park's facilities is not allowed, so bring your own gear.
- Fees apply for pets; confirm the current rate at booking as it is not published in full.
The place. Beyond the dog area, it is a well-equipped park with an indoor heated pool, jumping pillow, games room and camp kitchen, aimed squarely at family holidaymakers rather than a quiet couples' retreat.
Location and nearby. The park sits on the Western Highway just outside Ballarat, with easy access into town. Lake Wendouree and the Ballarat Botanical Gardens are a short drive away for an on-lead walk, and Ballarat has a handful of dog-friendly cafes with courtyards if you want a coffee stop.
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When to go. Book the fenced Scentral Park sites or a pet cabin well ahead, especially over school holidays, since there are only a handful of each. Good for families with a well-mannered dog who's happy in a fenced yard between outings.
Sources
- Pet-friendly | BIG4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park · big4.com.au
- BIG Paws Pet Friendly Sites | BIG4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park · big4.com.au
- Pet Friendly Cabin | BIG4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park · big4.com.au
- Booking Terms and Conditions | BIG4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park · big4.com.au
- BIG PAWS - The Pet Friendly Precinct · ballaratwindmill.com.au
Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.
Policy verified 11 June 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
