Acacia Gardens Caravan Park

Acacia Gardens Caravan Park sits on the Midland Highway at the Mooroopna end of the Goulburn Valley, a country-style park with established gardens, a refurbished amenities block and a camp office that doubles as a cafe. It is a practical stop for travellers crossing Victoria with the dog on board, about six kilometres from central Shepparton.

Dogs at the Acacia Gardens

Dogs are welcome on the powered and unpowered caravan and camping sites, and in the park's designated Pet Friendly Standard Cabin, which sleeps a small family with a double bed, single bunks and a small kitchenette. The park's other cabins, including the larger deluxe options, do not take dogs. Leads are required around the grounds at all times, and the usual pick-up rules apply across the shared paths and gardens.

Max: there is only one cabin type that takes dogs, so call ahead and book it directly. Pet fees are not published online, so confirm the nightly rate for your dog at the same time.

Worth knowing

The park runs ensuite sites alongside the standard powered options, has an undercover barbecue area, and keeps a relaxed, family-oriented feel that regulars return for. It reads as straightforward and affordable rather than a resort, which is exactly the point for an overnight stop with a dog.

Getting there and parking

The park sits at 6705 Midland Highway, a short drive west of Mooroopna's centre, with secure on-site parking at each cabin and site. Coming from Shepparton, cross the Goulburn River and follow the highway signs; from the north it is an easy stop directly off the Midland route.

Make a day of it

Victoria Park Lake in Shepparton is a short drive for a long leashed walk around the water, and the Shepparton Fenced Dog Park at Princess Park gives your dog a proper off-lead run en route. Noble Monks in Shepparton is a reliable coffee stop with outdoor seating for the morning after.

More options are on the Victoria pet friendly stays guide and the Mooroopna destination page.