Camping with dogs on the West Coast
On the West Coast, there are several accommodation options that welcome the whole family, both two-legged and four-legged. In beautiful locations next to the sea or lake, you can stay comfortably on a camping site, in a cabin, a camping cottage, a hostel or a hotel.
Amenities for those camping with dogs
Rent a cottage, a camping pitch or check into a hotel or hostel by the sea. Below you can see which campsites have made specific adaptations for those travelling with dogs. These include dog-friendly accommodation, dog showers, picnic areas, great walking trails, dog baths and where you can take your dog to outdoor cafés and restaurants.
Some of the accommodation facilities are open all year round. Click on one of them to be linked to their own website where you can read more and get on to booking your next West Coast accommodation.
Beaches with dog-friendly areas at West Coast campsites
If you are travelling with a dog during the summer, it may be important to know if there are dog bathing facilities at the campsite where you plan to stay. If dog baths are available at the campsite, this is indicated in the information on the campsite below.
Campsites for those who want to camp with dogs
Vallsnäs
Vallsnäs Camping
At Vallsnäs Camping there are nice walking trails and a special place where dogs can swim.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping and cottages.
Gothenburg
First Camp Lilleby
Dogs are welcome in as many as 90% of the cottages. There are dog baths and several nice trails for dog walks.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping and cottages.
Mellbystrand
Mellbystrands Camping
At Mellbystrands Camping there is a dog bath 3 km away and at the campsite there is a dog shower and nice walking trails around.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping and cottages.
Varberg
Läjet Camping & Resort
There is a large fenced dog park, temperate hand shower and nice walking paths. Always keep your dog on a leash and walk your dog, but not in the camping area.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping and cottages.
Grebbestad
GrebbestadFjorden
There is a dog shower and a fenced dog park. A stone’s throw from the campsite there are also several walking trails that are perfect for lovely walks with the dog.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping, cottages and guesthouses.
Halmstad
Gullbrannagården
Those travelling with a dog are welcome at Gullbrannagården campsite and in several cottages. Around the area there are many nice walking paths to choose from.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping and cottages.
Halmstad
Vilshärad Camping
There is a dog shower and dogs are allowed to swim in the sea in the designated dog area. You are offered great walking trails in the nature reserve which is about 100 metres from the campsite.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping
Gothenburg
Liseberg Camping Askim Strand
There is a small dog park in the area and just a few hundred metres away is Marholmsbadet, a bathing area where dogs are allowed. There are also nice walking paths along the water down to Hjuvik etc.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping
Gothenburg
Liseberg Village
The area around Lisebergsbyn is very lovely with many nice hiking trails around Delsjön. At the campsite there is a possibility to rinse the dog.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping and cottages.
Falkenberg
Olofsbo Camping
The campsite has a dog shower and the northern part of the beach has a dog bath.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping and cottages.
Varberg
Getteröns Camping
This is Varberg’s only sandy beach for dogs. The campsite has dog showers and dogs are also welcome in the restaurants.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping and cottages.
Hunnebostrand
Ramsvik Stugby & Camping
Hike in the nature reserve and enjoy the views, both you and your dog. At Ramsvik there is a special bathing bay for dogs, dog showers and you are all welcome to the outdoor cafés.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping, bookable caravans and cottages.
Varberg
Destination Apelviken
Dogs are welcome here. Resting is not allowed in the area but there are many nice walking trails around. Dog showers are available on site. Outside summer time (1/5-31/8) dogs are allowed on the municipal beaches but not during summer.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping, self-catering apartments and cottages.
Åsa
Åsa Camping & Seaside Resort
There is a temperate dog shower, dog bar and dogs are allowed to swim and be on the beach. In Kungsbacka municipality, dogs can swim and be present at all bathing sites as long as they are on a leash. Lots of walking trails for dogs and mums/husbands to choose from.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping.
Partille
Partille Hostel & Caravan Park
Both two-legged and four-legged guests are welcome. A pet-friendly environment where dogs are allowed in all rooms of the hostel and in the private accommodation on the pitches.
Dog-friendly accommodation: hostels and pitches.
Kungshamn
Johannesvik Camping & Cottages
There is a dog bath and a dog shower. Dog park and restaurant with outdoor seating for dogs. The fine hiking trails invite you to enjoy pleasant walks all year round.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping and cottages.
Uddevalla
Hafsten Resort
If the four-legged family member wants to swim, there is a grassy beach for dogs. In addition, there is a dog shower in one of the service buildings and nice walking paths.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping and cottages.
Strömstad
Daftö Resort
Both you and your dog are very welcome at Daftö. The fine hiking trails and close-to-nature location are perfect for walking the dog. There are also dog showers and stands where you can let your four-legged friend take a dip in the sea.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping, cottages and marina.
Båstad
Båstad Camping
There is a dog rest area with agility obstacles, walking trails, dog showers and water bowls placed around the campsite. Two dog courses are planned for the summer to be held by experienced dog trainers. About 3 km from the campsite there is a dog bath. Guests are allowed to bring their dogs in all cabins and in selected rental caravans and glamping tents.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping, cabins, caravans and glamping tents.
Sotenäs
Sotenäs Camping
Everyone is welcome at Sotenäs Camping, even the four-legged ones. Here you can choose to stay on the campsite grounds or in one of the dog-friendly cottages. There are plenty of walking trails around the area.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping and cottages.
Ellös
Stocken Camping
At Stocken Camping, your dogs can cool off in the sea and enjoy the summer in their very own bay, with close proximity to lovely walking trails. For a small fee, there is the option for a shower and fur drying inside our professionally equipped dog spa at the Service Station in the middle of the campsite, including shampoo and conditioner, of course.
Dog-friendly accommodations: camping and certain cottages.
Stråvalla
Stråvalla Camping
At Stråvalla Camping, pets (both dogs and cats) are welcome to enjoy the holiday together with the other family members. Owners are responsible for ensuring that their four-legged family member is either fenced in or leashed and supervised.
Dog-friendly accommodation: camping