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Camping sites in the Gold Coast area

Camping and caravanning is one of the more rewarding ways to explore and experience a place. This is especially true in a country famous for the great outdoors.

There are plenty of campsites tucked away – but if you don’t know where they are you can easily miss them. People often assume that it won’t be difficult to find a place to stopover on a budget but soon discover it can be a lot more expensive than anticipated. Or worse, they can’t find somewhere to stop and continue driving when they are tired.

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Here’s a preview of campsites and caravan parks we have found on the road since 1992! Happy camping…

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Camps Australia Wide - Bargara Beach Caravan Park

Tried and tested: Bargara Beach Caravan Park

At a GlanceLocationBargara Beach, QueenslandPet FriendlyYesFacilitiesDump point, amenities, playground, kiosk, tennis courts (fee applies), bike hireIn Camps AppYes – Find current pricing and booking details Bargara Beach Caravan Park is located across the road from the patrolled beach, and playgrounds at Neilsen Park, on the northern side of town.The park was quiet and friendly. Even…

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Coconut Grove Caravan Park Hervey Bay QLD

Caravan Park has a new name

CostReasonable ratesLocationHervey Bay, QLD – 1.5km to beach, opposite shopping centrePet FriendlySee Camps AppCampfiresSee Camps AppFacilitiesShowers, toilets, concrete slabs, fob-operated security gateVehicle AccessCaravan-friendly with concrete slabsIn Camps AppSite 382, Parks 5 Coconut Grove Caravan Park, Hervey Bay, QLD Site 382 in Parks 5, is now called The Bay Caravan Park. The new managers, Ellen and…

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1770 Campgrounds Salt Water Cafe

Traveller’s photo: 1770 Camping Ground, Queensland

At a GlanceLocation1770, Central QueenslandPet FriendlyNo (but nearby Captain Cook Holiday Village site 427 is)FacilitiesCafé attached to campground, waterside parkVehicle AccessCaravan park – sealed road accessIn Camps AppQLD site 426 in Caravan Parks 5 How good does this look?A big shout out to Rhonda and John Denney who said this photo was taken, “on our…

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QLD Balgal Beach by Kate31b from Instagram

A free camping beach in Queensland? Try Balgal Beach

At a GlanceCostFreeLocationBalgal Beach, Northern Beaches of Townsville, QueenslandPet FriendlyYesCampfiresSee Camps AppFacilitiesDisability toilet, cold shower, BBQ, picnic table, dump point, water. Shop across road with groceries, fish and chips, alcoholVehicle AccessSee Camps AppIn Camps AppYes – QLD site 41 in CAMPS 10 This heavenly spot is a popular one, you may need to get here…

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Freshwater Campground, QLD site 216 in CAMPS 11 just near Teewah Beach, south of Rainbow Beach - or find it in the CAMPS AUSTRALIA WIDE App

Easter holiday camping restrictions eased in Queensland

At a GlanceLocationVarious Queensland National Parks and State ForestsFacilitiesMany campgrounds offer picnic areas, barbecues, showers and toilet facilities (varies by site)Vehicle AccessVaries by campground – check specific site detailsIn Camps AppYes – Look for National Park or State Forest coloured icons in maps More of us will be able to camp in Queensland’s national parks…

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Coolum Beach Holiday Park, Coolum, Queensland

Coolum Beach Holiday Park, Coolum, Queensland

CostSee Camps AppLocationCoolum, Queensland – beachfront with direct beach accessPet FriendlyYesCampfiresSee Camps AppFacilitiesAmenities spread throughout park, close to shops, supermarket, bottle shop and eateries across the roadVehicle AccessNot suitable for big rigsIn Camps AppYes – find full details in the Camps Australia Wide App and Caravan Parks 5 book I visited Coolum last week and…

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