Hillsview Cabins and Caravan Park

Hillsview Cabins and Caravan Park sits at 330 Three Chain Road in Port Pirie South, with the Southern Flinders Ranges filling the view from the park. It is a practical stop for travellers working the Augusta Highway or heading for the Flinders with a dog, and the council's visitor listing confirms pets are permitted across the property.

Dogs at Hillsview

Dogs are welcome on the powered and unpowered caravan and camping sites, which cover tents through to drive-through big-rig setups. Cabins exist on the park too, self-contained and facing the ranges, but pet access to them needs to be sorted at booking rather than assumed, so declare your dog when you reserve and ask for a designated pet-friendly cabin or site if you want a roof. There is no published breed or weight limit, but dogs must be kept on a lead and under control moving around the shared grounds. Bring your own bedding, bowls and food, as the park does not supply pet gear. Contact management on 0416 172 597 to confirm current rules and any seasonal restrictions.

The vibe

This is a working traveller's park rather than a resort: an amenities block, showers and laundry, drive-through access for large rigs, and a quiet suburban-edge feel under the ranges. Guest ratings sit below the flashier coastal parks, so set expectations at functional and clean rather than fancy, and the tariff reflects that. It suits an overnight or a base for Flinders day trips with a dog that is happy on a lead.

Getting there and parking

Three Chain Road runs along the southern edge of Port Pirie, with straightforward access off the main highway routes into town. Drive-through sites make arrival with a van simple, and the town centre with its hotels and services is a short drive north. Port Germein and its beach are around 20 minutes south if you want sand with the dog.

Compare with Echo Holiday Parks Port Pirie on the Solomontown foreshore, or push on to Port Germein Caravan Park and Melrose Caravan and Tourist Park towards the southern Flinders. More options sit under South Australia stays, with the Port Pirie destination guide covering the town.

Max: Declare the dog when you book and ask directly about cabins. Sites are a sure thing; roofs need a yes first.