Discovery Parks - Alice Springs

Discovery Parks - Alice Springs is a caravan and holiday park at Heavitree Gap in Ross, NT, about six minutes' drive south of central Alice Springs via the A87. The park sits on the eastern bank of the Todd River and is one of the few accommodation options in the immediate area that explicitly caters to travelling dogs, with powered sites, campsites, and a small number of designated pet-friendly cabins.

The pet policy. Dogs are welcome on designated powered sites, including concrete slab and grassy sites, and in a limited number of specifically designated pet-friendly cabins. Not all cabins allow dogs, so you need to confirm the correct cabin type when booking. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times within the park grounds. They may walk on paved areas and outdoor designated areas but are not permitted inside communal facilities such as the camp kitchen or the pool area. Pet fees may apply for cabins, and both fees and availability for pet-friendly sites and cabins should be confirmed directly with the park at the time of booking. Note that the park has limited internal space for dedicated dog exercise.

The place. A secure, family-friendly holiday park geared toward road trippers and families. On-site facilities include a swimming pool, camp kitchen, BBQ areas, and a jumping pillow for kids. The powered sites include 20-metre drive-through options that suit long vehicles and caravans, and the park offers free parking. The atmosphere is quiet and contained, fitting its setting just outside the town centre at Heavitree Gap.

Location and nearby. The park sits directly at Heavitree Gap, with the Todd River running alongside, though the riverbed is often dry. For food and coffee a short drive into town, PawScapes-listed options include 8CCC Cafe, Page 27 Cafe, Loco Burrito, and The Locals Alice Springs. Wider area draws include sections of the Larapinta Trail and the Desert Park, though dogs cannot enter the main Desert Park attraction, and separate national park rules apply to the Larapinta, so check before you go.

Who it suits. Travellers passing through Alice Springs with a caravan or tent who need a secure, straightforward base close to town. The designated pet-friendly cabins also suit those without a rig, though limited numbers mean advance booking is essential. It is less suited to anyone wanting on-site space to let their dog run.

Confirm pet-friendly cabin or site availability and any applicable fees directly with the park before booking, and check current cabin allocations since not every cabin takes dogs.

Sources

• Powered Site Pet Friendly | Discovery Parks - Alice Springs · discoveryholidayparks.com.au
• Things to do with your dog in the NT · discoveryholidayparks.com.au
• Discovery Parks - Alice Springs, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia · campermate.com
• A Guide to Travelling with Dogs in the Northern Territory · norther.com.au

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