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    Pet-Friendly RV Campground Finder

    Looking for RV campgrounds where your dog is truly welcome? Search our list of dog-friendly RV parks and campgrounds by state, region and dog amenities, from off-leash parks and dog washes to swimming ponds and pet-friendly cabins.

    Every campground here was checked on its official website or official park pages. You will not find made-up parks or star ratings here, just the pet rules and dog amenities each campground lists itself, with a link so you can confirm before you book. We add more campgrounds state by state as we check them.

    Tip: “Pet-friendly” often applies to certain sites only. When you book, say how many pets you have, their breed and size, and ask for a pet-friendly site. Bring your pet’s rabies certificate, since many campgrounds ask for it.

    New to camping with a dog? Read our tips for choosing a pet-friendly RV campground and the pet camping FAQs below.

    30 campgrounds

    Grand Canyon South Rim (Trailer Village and Mather Campground)

    Grand Canyon Village, Arizona · Southwest

    Trails nearbyPet care on site

    Leashed pets are allowed at Trailer Village, Mather and Desert View campgrounds, on trails above the rim and in developed areas. The Grand Canyon Kennel near Maswik Lodge boards dogs and cats if you want to hike below the rim.

    Pet rules: Leash up to 6 feet; no pets below the rim or on park shuttle buses; never leave pets tied or unattended. The kennel requires vaccination records.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Verde Ranch RV Resort

    Camp Verde (near Sedona), Arizona · Southwest

    Dog parkOff-leash areasPet-friendly rentals

    The K9 Corner dog park is a 5,000-square-foot off-leash area, with an RV site right next to it. Several cabin types are pet-friendly.

    Pet rules: Some monthly cabins and the safari tent do not allow pets, and pet policy violations carry a fine. Confirm the current pet rules when you book.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Campland on the Bay

    San Diego, California · West Coast

    Dog parkOff-leash areas

    A large RV resort on Mission Bay with Dogwood Park, a landscaped off-leash area for dogs, plus designated dog walk areas.

    Pet rules: Up to 3 pets per site for daily and weekly stays; leash up to 6 feet outside your RV; no pets on the beach, in the clubhouse or recreation areas. Several breeds and mixes are not allowed, so check the list before booking.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Flag City RV Resort

    Lodi, California · West Coast

    Dog park

    A Central Valley stopover off Interstate 5 with a 2.8-acre fenced pet run.

    Pet rules: Pets must be leashed, cleaned up after and never left unattended. A small nightly pet fee applies.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Pismo Coast Village RV Resort

    Pismo Beach, California · West Coast

    Near the beach

    A Central Coast RV resort that welcomes up to three quiet, well-mannered pets per site.

    Pet rules: Leash up to 6 feet; current license or rabies certificate; liability waiver; pets inside at night and never unattended; no pet enclosures on the grass.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Cherry Creek State Park

    Aurora (Denver area), Colorado · Rocky Mountains

    Off-leash areasTrails nearby

    A 133-site campground in the Denver metro area, with a large off-leash dog area that needs a daily or annual dog off-leash pass.

    Pet rules: Dogs must be leashed and under control outside the off-leash area. The daily off-leash pass covers a handler and up to 3 dogs.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Dakota Ridge RV Resort

    Golden, Colorado · Rocky Mountains

    Pet play area

    A base for Denver and the foothills, with a pet play area where waste bags are provided.

    Pet rules: Leash up to 6 feet attached to a person; never unattended; no excessive barking; no portable dog pens.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Snowy Peaks RV Park

    Buena Vista, Colorado · Rocky Mountains

    Trails nearby

    Pet-friendly sites below the Collegiate Peaks, with the Arkansas River nearby.

    Pet rules: Pets must be leashed and supervised.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Tiger Run Resort

    Breckenridge, Colorado · Rocky Mountains

    Pet-friendly rentalsTrails nearby

    Pet-friendly RV spaces and cabins between Breckenridge and Frisco.

    Pet rules: Pet-friendly spaces are specific sites, so ask for one when booking.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

    Lake Buena Vista, Florida · East Coast

    Off-leash areasPet care on site

    Some campsites permit pets. Guests with pet privileges can use the Waggin' Trails off-leash dog park, and Best Friends Pet Care offers day care and grooming.

    Pet rules: Handheld leash up to 8 feet or pet inside a climate-controlled RV. No pets in tents or pop-up campers.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Fort De Soto Park Campground

    Tierra Verde (St. Petersburg area), Florida · Gulf Coast

    Dog parkOff-leash areasNear the beach

    A 236-site county park campground on the Gulf. The park has fenced dog parks for large and small dogs, with water stations, and a designated beach area where dogs are allowed.

    Pet rules: Pets are allowed only in campground Area 2 (sites 86 to 164), so book one of those sites.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Splash RV Resort

    Milton (near Pensacola), Florida · Gulf Coast

    Dog parkDog washPet-friendly rentals

    A resort off Interstate 10 with designated dog parks, a dog washing station, walking paths and select pet-friendly cottages.

    Pet rules: Up to 3 pets per site or cottage; leashed at all times; vaccinations current; never tied up or left outside unattended; no pets in buildings or pool areas. Pet-friendly cottages have a pet fee.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Jekyll Island Campground

    Jekyll Island, Georgia · East Coast

    Near the beachPet-friendly rentals

    A shaded island campground with 216 full-hookup sites. Leashed dogs are allowed on most Jekyll Island beaches year-round.

    Pet rules: One-time pet fee per pet for RV and tent sites; only the ADA yurt allows dogs. Dogs must stay leashed and out of the dunes, and the beach from South Dunes Beach Park south around the island's tip is closed to pets.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Indiana Dunes State Park Campground

    Chesterton, Indiana · Midwest

    Trails nearbyNear the beach

    Leashed dogs are welcome in the campground and on trails. Pets are not allowed on the state park swimming beach, but Indiana Dunes National Park next door allows pets on most beaches.

    Pet rules: Leash up to 6 feet in both parks.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Acadia National Park Campgrounds

    Bar Harbor area, Maine · East Coast

    Trails nearby

    Leashed pets are allowed at Blackwoods, Seawall and Schoodic Woods campgrounds and on about 100 miles of hiking trails and 45 miles of carriage roads, one of the most dog-friendly national parks.

    Pet rules: Leash up to 6 feet; never leave pets unattended at the campsite or in a car. No pets at Sand Beach (June 15 to September 8), Echo Lake (May 15 to September 15), in public buildings or on several steep trails such as Precipice and Beehive.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Normandy Farms Campground

    Foxboro, Massachusetts · East Coast

    Dog parkOff-leash areasAgilityDog washDay kennels

    Freedom Tail Park covers 1.5 acres with agility equipment, a dog wash, a drinking fountain and a separate area for dogs under 30 pounds. Canine Coops day kennels are available.

    Pet rules: Dog park users must be spayed or neutered, at least 12 weeks old and vaccinated; up to 3 dogs per person in the park.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Coloma / St. Joseph KOA Holiday

    Benton Harbor area, Michigan · Midwest

    Dog parkPet-friendly rentals

    A family campground near Lake Michigan with a KOA K9 Park for dogs and pet-friendly cabins.

    Pet rules: Pet-friendly cabins have a fee. KOA requires leashes up to 6 feet outside your RV or rental, and pets must never be left unattended.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Basswood Resort

    Platte City, Missouri · Midwest

    Pet-friendly rentals

    Pets allowed on RV pads, with pet-friendly sleeper cabins, about 20 minutes north of Kansas City.

    Pet rules: The lodge and suites are pet-free.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Cape Hatteras National Seashore Campgrounds

    Outer Banks, North Carolina · East Coast

    Near the beach

    Pets are welcome at this Outer Banks national seashore, including its beaches, except designated swimming beaches and any area closed to protect wildlife.

    Pet rules: Leash up to 6 feet at all times; never leave pets unattended; no pets in buildings, on designated swim beaches or in resource closures.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Four Paws Kingdom Campground & Dog Retreat

    Rutherfordton, North Carolina · East Coast

    Off-leash areasSwimming for dogsAgilityDog wash

    A campground built around dogs, with a swimming pond, multiple off-leash play parks, an agility park, hiking trails and a doggie bathhouse.

    Pet rules: Book early, and check the current season dates and park rules.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Fort Stevens State Park

    Hammond (near Astoria), Oregon · West Coast

    Near the beachPet-friendly rentals

    A large coastal campground with 174 full-hookup and 302 electric sites, plus 7 pet-friendly yurts and 5 pet-friendly deluxe cabins.

    Pet rules: Up to 2 cats or dogs in pet-friendly yurts and cabins, which have a nightly pet fee. The Columbia River beach is closed to pets from March 15 to September 15.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Promised Land State Park (Deerfield Campground)

    Greentown (Pocono Mountains), Pennsylvania · Northeast

    Trails nearby

    A rustic Pocono Mountains campground with about 34 non-electric sites, open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Pets are allowed at every site.

    Pet rules: Leash up to 6 feet; no more than 2 non-caged pets per site; current rabies vaccination; never leave pets unattended; no pets in swimming areas or park buildings.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Myrtle Beach State Park

    Myrtle Beach, South Carolina · East Coast

    Near the beach

    An oceanfront state park campground with 278 campsites, 138 of them with full hookups.

    Pet rules: Leash up to 6 feet; no pets in cabins. Under Horry County rules, pets are not allowed on the beach from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., May 1 through Labor Day.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Ocean Lakes Family Campground

    Myrtle Beach, South Carolina · East Coast

    Dog parkNear the beach

    A large oceanfront campground with Lakeside Paws N' Play, a dog park for dogs over 3 months old with current shots.

    Pet rules: Pets allowed at campsites but not in rental units; leash up to 6 feet; no pit bulls or Rottweilers. Horry County keeps pets off the beach from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., May 1 through Labor Day.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Great Smoky Mountains National Park Campgrounds

    Gatlinburg and Cherokee area, Tennessee · Southeast

    Trails nearby

    Pets are allowed in the frontcountry campgrounds, picnic areas and along roads. Only two trails allow dogs: the Gatlinburg Trail and the Oconaluftee River Trail.

    Pet rules: Leash up to 6 feet at all times; no dogs on other trails or in the backcountry; never leave pets unattended in a vehicle or RV.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Jamaica Beach RV Resort

    Galveston Island, Texas · Gulf Coast

    Near the beach

    A pet-friendly RV resort on Galveston Island, open year-round.

    Pet rules: Strict policy on cleaning up after pets.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Mustang Island State Park

    Corpus Christi, Texas · Gulf Coast

    Near the beach

    Gulf Coast state park with primitive campsites on the beach and water and electric sites about a third of a mile from the beach.

    Pet rules: Leash up to 6 feet; never leave pets unattended at the campsite or in a vehicle; no pets in buildings or in designated swimming areas.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Padre Island National Seashore (Malaquite Campground)

    Corpus Christi area, Texas · Gulf Coast

    Near the beachTrails nearby

    Leashed pets are allowed on more than 60 miles of park beaches, in campgrounds and on trails. Malaquite Campground is a short walk from the beach, with no hookups and first-come, first-served sites.

    Pet rules: Leash up to 6 feet at all times; never leave pets unattended outside or in a vehicle; no pets in park buildings; keep pets away from birds and wildlife.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Salt Lake City KOA Holiday

    Salt Lake City, Utah · Rocky Mountains

    Off-leash areasDog parkAgilityDog wash

    A city campground with a KOA Kamp K9 off-leash dog park with agility equipment, a free pet wash station and fenced Paw Pen sites for rent.

    Pet rules: Pets leashed and quiet, never unattended; no aggressive dogs; no pet fences on regular sites; no pets in indoor facilities.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Bethpage Camp-Resort

    Urbanna, Virginia · East Coast

    Dog parkPet-friendly rentals

    A large full-amenity family resort with a dog park. Dogs and cats are welcome.

    Pet rules: Leashed and attended at all times; no tying to trees, fences or tables; no pets in facilities, water parks, beaches or pools. Select rental cottages allow pets for a fee.

    Visit official websiteChecked October 2026

    Last checked October 2026. Pet policies change, so use each campground’s official link to confirm leash rules, pet limits, breed rules and fees before booking. Know a great dog-friendly campground we should check? Tell us about it.

    Want the full story on these campgrounds? Our guide to dog-friendly RV campgrounds covers 11 of these campgrounds in more detail, with photos and what makes each one special for dogs.

    How to Choose a Pet-Friendly RV Campground

    A campground that “allows pets” and one that is truly good for dogs can be very different. These checks help you find the right fit before you book.

    1. Read the pet policy, not just the “pets allowed” icon. Look for limits on the number of pets, size or breed rules, pet fees and whether pets are allowed in cabins or only at RV sites.
    2. Ask for a pet-friendly site. Some campgrounds allow pets only on certain sites or loops, so say you are bringing a pet when you reserve.
    3. Pack your pet’s records. Many campgrounds ask for a current rabies certificate or license. Keep vaccine records, your vet’s number and a recent photo of your pet together.
    4. Check the leash rule. A leash up to 6 feet long is the most common rule, and many campgrounds do not allow pets to be tied up and left alone outside.
    5. Look for real dog amenities. A fenced dog park, off-leash area, dog wash or nearby dog-friendly trails make a stay much easier for you and your dog.
    6. Plan for heat and cold. If your dog will ever stay in the RV without you, check whether the campground allows that, and use a temperature monitor that alerts your phone. Our RV travel with pets checklist explains how.
    7. Find the nearest emergency vet before you arrive, especially at remote campgrounds.
    8. Be a good neighbor. Pick up after your dog every time, keep barking down during quiet hours, and keep your dog out of buildings, pools and playgrounds unless the campground says otherwise.

    Safety note: pets must never ride in a towed travel trailer or fifth wheel while it is moving, even in a harness or crate. Trailers can get dangerously hot or cold and are not built to protect anyone inside in a crash. Pets should ride secured in the tow vehicle or in a motorhome.

    Helpful Guides for RVing With Pets

    RV Pet Travel Planner printable and fillable PDF with packing checklist pages

    Have your pet’s records ready at check-in

    The RV Pet Travel Planner keeps your pet’s details in one printable, fillable file, so they are ready when a campground asks for vaccine records, a vet needs a medical history, or your dog slips out the door.

    • 17 pages: pet profile, vaccine and health records, a 40+ item packing checklist, departure and arrival checklists, an emergency vet list for your route, a lost pet flyer and a “Pets Inside” window sign
    • Fill it in on your computer or print it. Your pet’s permanent details are kept, and one click clears the trip pages for your next adventure.
    • Instant download in US Letter and A4 sizes

    Get the RV Pet Travel Planner

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    Pet-Friendly RV Camping FAQs

    Are most RV campgrounds pet-friendly?

    Many RV parks and campgrounds allow pets, but the rules vary a lot. Some limit the number, size or breed of pets, charge a pet fee, or allow pets only on certain sites. Always read the pet policy on the campground’s official website before you book.

    Are dogs allowed in national park campgrounds?

    Leashed pets are usually allowed in national park campgrounds and other developed areas, on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Many national parks do not allow pets on most trails or in the backcountry, so check the pets page for each park on the National Park Service (NPS) website before you go.

    Do RV campgrounds charge a pet fee?

    Some do and some do not. Fees are more common for pet-friendly cabins and rentals than for RV sites. The campground’s rate page or pet policy will list any fee.

    What documents do I need to camp with my dog?

    Bring your dog’s current rabies certificate or license and vaccine records. Some campgrounds ask to see them at check-in, and you will need them if your dog has to visit a vet or a kennel on the road.

    Can I leave my dog alone in my RV at a campground?

    It depends on the campground. Many do not allow pets to be left unattended outside, and some do not allow them to be left alone inside the RV either. If it is allowed, keep the RV at a safe temperature and use a monitor that alerts your phone if the temperature changes or the power fails.

    Can my dog ride in my travel trailer while I drive?

    No. Pets should never ride in a towed travel trailer or fifth wheel, even in a harness or crate. They should ride secured in the tow vehicle or in a motorhome.

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    This finder is general information only. Campground pet rules, fees, amenities and seasons change, so confirm current details directly with each campground before you book. PreciousRV does not own or run any campground listed and was not paid to include them. Links to KOA campgrounds are affiliate links, so we may earn a commission if you book through them, at no extra cost to you. Facts checked October 2026.