Gardens Caravan Park

Gardens Caravan Park sits beside the Moyne River on the edge of Port Fairy, with grassy sites, beach access and an easy walk into town. It takes dogs, but the conditions are specific, so the type of stay and the time of year matter.

The pet policy. Dogs are allowed on designated dog-friendly camping sites, up to two dogs per site. A limited number of cabins take dogs, but only small, well-behaved dogs and only in the off-peak season. You must tell the park you are bringing a dog, dogs must be registered and kept under control, and they cannot be left unattended. Because cabin availability and seasonal rules shift, call the office to confirm before you book.

The place. It is a riverside park with a camp kitchen, grassy powered and unpowered sites, and direct beach access. The river-side setting and the short walk to town are the main reasons people return.

Location and nearby. You can walk to the Sackville and Bank Street shops and cafes, and the Moyne River walk runs along the park. East Beach is close for a longer run, with off-leash and on-lead zones signed seasonally by Moyne Shire.

Before you book. Confirm whether you want a dog-friendly site or a cabin, and check cabin availability against the season, since dog cabins are off-peak only. Bring your own bedding and bowls, and keep the dog on lead through the park.

Best suited to campers and small-dog owners who book ahead and travel outside peak summer for cabin stays. Phone the office to lock in the pet conditions.

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.