There’s something great about being able to sit by the water and relax when you’re on holiday. Imagine listening to the water lapping or crashing against the shore as you sip a cold one after a day well spent in your home away from home. G'day Parks is lucky to have loads to great waterfront parks which you can stay in. Take a look at a few of our faves and start planning where you’re going to stay for your next getaway!
New South Wales
Tasman Holiday Parks - Lake Mulwala
Tasman Holiday Parks - Lake Mulwala is a caravan park and holiday resort located directly beside beautiful Lake Mulwala. Featuring contemporary self-contained villas and spacious caravan and camping sites, there are options to suit everyone. With its own boat ramp, it’s easy to enjoy all the water sports, swimming, boating, and fishing this picturesque location has to offer. Facilities include a playground, swimming pool, pedal karts to hire, and a bouncing pillow to keep the children busy, plus a pier for fishing.
Discovery Parks - Ballina
With a range of options suitable for all group sizes, including pet-friendly ones, you’ll enjoy every comfort at Discovery Parks - Ballina. Located just near the Richmond River and Lighthouse Beach, you'll be spoilt for choice of beautiful water views! Great features will keep the family busy, with a bouncing pillow, swimming pool, on-site playground, mini golf, and an activity room (including video games).
Discovery Parks - Emerald Beach
A NSW holiday filled with family fun and no end of activities awaits at Discovery Parks - Emerald Beach. Not only do you have the beautiful Emerald Beach within walking distance, but there are so many on-site activities, you won’t know where to begin. The park offers a range of places to stay, from huge campsites with plenty of lush green grass and shady trees, to the immaculately presented modern villas.
Discovery Parks - Forster
Situated on the Wallamba River, Discovery Parks - Forster is the perfect choice when you’re looking for a place where the whole family can relax. Little ones will love jumping on the bouncing pillow, riding their bikes and scooters around the pump track, or swimming in the resort-style pool with a rock waterfall. Although there’s more than enough to do on site, there are also plenty of water activities on the Wallamba River to try, including kayaking, fishing, and water skiing. Sites are generously sized and covered in grass or, if you're looking for a bit more luxury, try a Deluxe Riverview Apartment.
Discovery Parks - Pambula Beach
If you’re after a family holiday to remember, then look no further than Discovery Parks - Pambula Beach on the NSW Sapphire Coast. Set a stone’s throw from the shore, the park offers a huge range of accommodation, as well as spacious sites and plenty of kangaroos who visit each evening. There are so many on-site facilities and activities available, including a bouncing pillow, a playground with trampolines, mini golf, and even a ‘Rage Cage’. If the weather is warm, there’s an outdoor swimming pool, and if it's a bit cooler, enjoy a swim in the heated indoor pool. There’s also a fabulous waterpark which will keep the kids busy for hours.
Dunleith Tourist Park
Dunleith Tourist Park offers an absolute waterfront location where the Pacific Ocean joins Tuggerah Lake on the NSW Central Coast, just 90 minutes from Sydney. With a beach on your doorstep and close to local shops, restaurants, and all the sights and activities of The Entrance, relax and unwind in this beautiful park. Caravanners and campers will enjoy the roomy powered sites, while there is a range of fully self-contained accommodation options, including waterfront villas with lake views.
Lanis Holiday Island
Lanis Holiday Island is set over two enticing areas and dotted with bright and modern villas for all sorts of travelling group sizes, plus there is an additional 25 hectares of natural bushland at Tony's Point island for caravans and tents. Make the most of Wallis Lake, the large swimming pool, private boat ramp, activity room and playground, terrific camp kitchen, and BBQs.
Rivergardens Holiday Park
Stretched out along the riverbank of the mighty River Murray in Gol Gol, Rivergardens Holiday Park is an idyllic holiday destination where you can pull up your boat or jet ski to your campsite. The park features a lovely pool, boat ramp, kiosk, jumping pillow, BBQs, camp kitchen, and WiFi, and you can even have a campfire (out of fire ban season). Choose from a range of immaculate cabins or caravan sites and enjoy the idyllic river views.
Tiona Holiday Park
Set between Seven Mile Beach and Wallis Lake on the edge of Booti Booti National Park in Forster on the Mid North Coast of NSW, Tiona Holiday Park is holiday magic. With its lagoon swimming pool, playground, kiosk, and tracks to endless beaches, it is the ideal spot to kick back. The park has options to suit all budgets, from seaside and lakeside accommodation to powered sites.
South Australia
Discovery Parks - Robe
Situated just four hours from Adelaide along the Limestone Coast, Robe has been a popular holiday destination for generations of families. Discovery Parks - Robe offers stunning seaside views and a range of options to suit all budgets. The fabulous on-site facilities include a huge adventure playground, heated indoor swimming pool, bouncing pillow, games room, and pedal karts for hire. Of course, there are also plenty of water activities to enjoy. Cast a line to catch the evening meal, try your luck at bagging one of the delicious crayfish for which the area is well known, or just enjoy a long walk along the shoreline to experience complete peace and relaxation.
Discovery Parks - Streaky Bay Foreshore
Discovery Parks - Streaky Bay is the ideal place to stay when visiting Streaky Bay, with its location right in the heart of town with gorgeous ocean views. Caravanners and campers are well catered for, with plenty of spaces overlooking the shore. Plus, there are plenty of choices from Standard Cabins to Deluxe Waterfront Apartments. Park facilities include a playground, bouncing pillow, and pedal karts available to hire from the park office. If you’re visiting Streaky Bay, you simply must go fishing. You may find King George Whiting, salmon, flounder, and more species inhabiting the water, just waiting for you to hook.
Discovery Parks - Whyalla Foreshore
Discovery Parks - Whyalla Foreshore is a top option, whether you’re going with the family, for the fishing or diving, or just to relax with friends. Thanks to its almost year-round glorious weather, great fishing, and safe waters, Whyalla has always been a popular holiday destination. The park offers various cabin options and grassy sites, some even with unimpeded water frontage so you can step out of your van and wiggle your toes in the sand in mere moments. The kids will be spoilt for choice, with park facilities including a bouncing pillow, playground, and sports facilities, as well as a mini golf course. You can also hire a kayak or paddleboard from the park office and head out on to the calm waters of the Gulf.
Edithburgh Caravan Park
A trip to the Yorke Peninsula is a classic South Aussie escape. Edithburgh Caravan Park is located right on the beachfront with sweeping views over St Vincent Gulf, direct access to the shore, and a convenient boat ramp. With white, sandy beaches, spectacular coastal landscapes, and great fishing opportunities, there’s lots to see and do. Catering for caravanners and campers, as well as those looking for self-contained accommodation, it’s an ideal location for relaxing by the coast.
Stansbury Caravan Park
Just a stone's throw from the water, Stansbury Caravan Park (overlooking Oyster Bay in Stansbury) is a fantastic place for visiting the Southern Yorke Peninsula. Look forward to absolute waterfront accommodation, more than 100 powered sites, swimming, fishing, water activities, fresh seafood, and stunning views of the Gulf. With park facilities including an impressive camp kitchen with electric BBQs, a playground, and fish cleaning bays, as well as direct beach access with shelters and picnic spots, a boat ramp nearby, and a great jetty for fishing, this park will tick all of the boxes!
Wallaroo Holiday Park
Set on one of the most popular beaches on the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia, Wallaroo Holiday Park is a comfortable spot from which to explore the Copper Coast. The park offers stunning beachfront units, where you can walk out of your door onto the sand, as well as a huge range of cabins and shady sites. Visitors have access to a large bouncing pillow under a convenient shade, modern playground, well stocked recreation room, and camp kitchen with electric BBQs.
Victoria
Cohuna Waterfront Caravan Park
Set on the foreshore of Gunbower Creek, a haven for water sports, fishing, boating, and bushwalking, Cohuna Waterfront Holiday Park promises an action-packed getaway. Offering self-contained accommodation and spacious campsites, you will have everything you need at your fingertips, including a bouncing pillow, swimming pool, on-site boat ramp, adventure playground, tennis, outdoor cinema, and tennis, basketball and squash courts.
Discovery Parks - Lake Hume, Victoria
Discovery Parks - Lake Hume, Victoria, near Albury-Wodonga, is a fabulous location for a long weekend or a fun-filled family holiday. There are many cabins, as well as sites beneath mature, shady trees. The kids will be spoilt for choice when it comes to the bouncing pillow, trampoline, playground, tennis court, or basketball court. There is also a resort-style swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and even boasting a spa. Conveniently placed on the shores of Lake Hume and near the Murray River, you can launch the boat and head out for a day of fishing. The lake is also great for swimming and kayaking, with short walks to take in the surrounding area.
Discovery Parks - Mildura, Buronga Riverside
Nestled on the NSW side of the Murray River, 15 minutes out of town, Discovery Parks - Mildura, Buronga Riverside is ripe for a breezy riverside holiday. Whether you want to set up the tent or you’re after the convenience of cabins, you’ll find everything you need. The kids will love the bouncing pillow, tennis court, and two playgrounds, as well as the swimming pool with an attached toddler pool. The park also features a convenient boat ramp from which you can launch the boat and head out for a day cruising on the river or fishing.
Lake Boga Caravan Park
Lake Boga Caravan Park sits on the lawns by the lake’s edge, with gorgeous water views. Choose from waterfront accommodation or bring your caravan or tent. Enjoy water activities such as kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, and fishing. The park has a camp kitchen, giant bouncing pillow, BBQs, and hireable pedal karts, while an on-site kiosk provides all the holiday treats like ice creams and great coffee.
Discovery Parks - Nagambie Lakes
Discovery Parks - Nagambie Lakes is set on the banks of the picturesque Goulburn River in Victoria’s original goldfields country. The whole family can enjoy this fabulous park, including the resort-style heated pool and special children’s wading pool, plus there’s a sensational playground and jumping pillow. There’s also a games room, tennis court, basketball court, volleyball area, and a giant chess set, as well as private boat ramps providing easy access to the lake. There's a range of options including riverside cabins, powered sites, and unpowered sites.
Western Australia
Cheynes Beach Caravan Park
Located by the beachfront of a peaceful protected cove, Cheynes Beach Caravan Park is the perfect base for experiencing the stunning natural landscapes, sweeping beaches, and lush natural parks of southern Western Australia. When it comes to accommodation, the park offers a wide range of options to suit every holidaymaker, from comfortable cabins to spacious sites. Park facilities include on-site BBQs and camp kitchens, well-equipped laundries, a kiosk, and great playgrounds. There is also a beach launch for your fishing adventures. Whether you’re spending the day swimming, paddling, or kayaking in the pristine waters, bird watching or whale watching, or simply enjoying the native flora and fauna, this is the perfect base to do so.
Tasman Holiday Parks - Denham Seaside
Tasman Holiday Parks - Denham Seaside is located near World Heritage-listed Shark Bay and is Australia’s most westerly caravan park. With direct water frontage to the sparkling Indian Ocean, it’s a fantastic destination which offers swimming, snorkelling, fishing, and exploration of the famous Shark Bay. For those travelling with a caravan or motorhome, there is a range of dog-friendly campsites, and for self-contained accommodation, there are one- or two-bedroom chalets. The park has fantastic features to make your holiday comfortable, including direct beach access, a games room, fish cleaning area, and well-equipped camp kitchen.
Dongara Tourist Park
Explore the seaside charm of twin towns Dongara and Port Denison with a stay at Dongara Tourist Park. The park offers a range of modern cabins (many with panoramic ocean views) and spacious powered and unpowered sites (with convenient options including double slabs for large vehicles and fifth wheelers). Park features include a modern ablutions block, fully equipped camp kitchen, Bali-style BBQ area, and laundry facilities. With beach frontage, prepare to indulge in seaside activities like swimming, surfing, snorkelling, sailing, windsurfing, fishing, and long walks on the sand.
Experience Lancelin Holiday Park
The WA coast is known for its aqua waters and rich earthy landscapes. Lancelin, just 90 minutes north of Perth, is one of the coast’s hidden gems. Experience Lancelin Holiday Park is a camper’s paradise, boasting a great range of sites including grass, concrete, and shade-protected options. A hotspot for outdoor adventures, you can fill your days with adrenaline-pumping experiences like sandboarding, surfing, quad biking, and four-wheel driving, or simply soak up the leisurely coastal charm. Kids will love the giant bouncing pillow, playground, and swimming pool.
Sunset Beach Holiday Park
Sunset Beach Holiday Park promises an amazing getaway on the Coral Coast, with drive-through powered sites, tidy motel units, and spacious chalets available to book. Park features include a swimming pool, playground, clean amenities, and the ability to wander down to the shore in a matter of minutes to go swimming, surfing, and strolling on the sand. As for the ocean views? Let’s just say, it’s fitting that the park has ‘sunset’ in its name … Five hours north of Perth and only ten minutes from all that Geraldton has to offer, this park is great for interstate visitors and WA locals alike.
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