Old Mac's Caravan & Motorhome Farm Stay

Old Macs Caravan and Motorhome Farm Stay sits on Sandown Road at Norwood, a short drive from Launceston in Tasmania's north, and it is set up for travellers who roll in with a dog beside them. The property is a working farm with a lake, walking tracks and a cast of farm animals, so there is plenty for the two legged half of the crew between stops.

Dogs at the Old Macs farm stay

Both site types are pet friendly: unpowered sites, which need no booking, and powered sites at $45 per night with a maximum stay of seven nights. The one firm rule is that tents are not permitted, so this is strictly a caravan, motorhome or campervan destination. Book online for a powered site or simply arrive and pick an unpowered spot if you are travelling loose.

Once camp is set up, the farm does the entertaining. Guests can feed the farm animals, follow the walking tracks around the property, and settle in by a fire pit in the evening. There is a dump point on site for self contained rigs, and the lake adds a scenic loop to the daily dog walk. Worth knowing: the property has no showers, so plan around that if you prefer a full amenity block. Leash manners matter near the animals, and a long line is handy for dogs who like to explore while you keep tabs on them.

While you're out there

Norwood is close enough to Launceston for easy restocking runs. Grab a table at Aroma's Cafe or a quick brew at Valley Coffee, then let the dog stretch off properly at the St Leonards Picnic Ground Fenced Dog Park or the Saddlers Reserve Fenced Dog Park at Evandale. For a full day out, the dog friendly Brickendon Estate at Longford pairs heritage gardens with wide paddocks.

Plan the rest of the trip around the Tamar and beyond with the Launceston dog friendly guide and other pet friendly stays across Tasmania.