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Ballina Central Holiday Park, Ballina
Ballina Headlands Leisure Park, Ballina
Ballina Lakeside Holiday Park, Ballina (DFP)
Hibiscus Gardens Caravan Park, Ballina (DFP)
Seabreeze Holiday Park, Ballina (DFP)
South Ballina Beach Holiday Park, Ballina (DFP)
Sunmaid Village Caravan Park, Ballina
Tweed Waters Tourist Park, Banora Point
Bellingen Showground, Bellingen (DFP)
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Brooms Head Caravan Park, Brooms Head
Ferry Reserve Holiday Park, Brunswick Heads
Massey Greene Caravan Park, Brunswick Heads
Terrace Reserve Holiday Park, Brunswick Heads
Belongil Fields Caravan Park, Byron Bay (DFP)
Broken Head Holiday Park, Byron Bay
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Byron Bay Tourist Village, Byron Bay
Clarkes Beach Holiday Park, Byron Bay
First Sun Holiday Park, Byron Bay
Glen-Villa Resort & Tourist Park, Byron Bay
Coffs Harbour Tourist Park, Coffs Harbour (DFP)
Emerald Beach Holiday Park, Coffs Harbour
Park Beach Caravan Park, Coffs Harbour
Split Solitary Beach Holiday Park, Coffs Harbour (DFP)
Corindi Beach Holiday Park, Corindi Beach (DFP)
Crescent Head Holiday Park, Crescent Head
Dorrigo Mountain Resort, Dorrigo (DFP)
Silver Sands Caravan and Camping Reserve, Evans Head
Fingal Holiday Park, Fingal Head
Glenwood Tourist Park, Grafton (DFP)
Grafton Sunset Caravan Park, Grafton (DFP)
The Gateway Village Tourist Park, Grafton
North Star Holiday Resort, Hastings Point
Hat Head Holiday Park, Hat Head (DFP)
Clarence Head Caravan Park, Iluka (DFP)
Iluka Riverside Tourist Park, Iluka
The Anchorage Holiday Park, Iluka (DFP)
Tall Timbers Caravan Park, Kempsey
Drifters Holiday Park, Kingscliff
Kingscliff North Holiday Park, Kingscliff
Lake Ainsworth Caravan Park, Lennox Head
Maclean Riverside Caravan Park, Maclean
Illaroo Camping Area, Minnie Waters (Campground)
Minnie Waters Holiday Park, Minnie Waters
Moonee Beach Holiday Park, Moonee Beach (DFP)
Greenhills Caravan Park, Murwillumbah (DFP)
Mt Warning Caravan Park, Murwillumbah (DFP)
North Beach Caravan Park, Mylestom (DFP)
Foreshore Caravan Park, Nambucca Heads (DFP)
Nambucca Beach Holiday Park, Nambucca Heads
Pelican Waters Caravan Park, Nambucca Heads (DFP)
White Albatross Holiday Centre, Nambucca Heads (DFP)
Pottsville Beach Holiday Park South, Pottsville Beach
Red Rock Caravan Park, Red Rock
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Sawtell Beach Caravan Park, Sawtell
Scotts Head Caravan Park, Scotts Head
Arakoon State Recreation Area, South West Rocks
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South West Rocks Tourist Park, South West Rocks (DFP)
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Stuarts Point Holiday Park, Stuarts Point
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Pyramid Caravan Park, Tweed Heads
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Gundamain Caravan Park, Urunga (DFP)
Urunga Heads Holiday Park, Urunga Heads
Urunga Waters Tourist Park, Urunga (DFP)
Valla Beach Resort, Valla Beach
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Colonial Surfside Camping and Caravan Park, Woolgoolga (DFP)
Lakeside Caravan Park, Woolgoolga
Sunset Caravan Park, Woolgoolga (DFP)
Woolgoolga Beach Caravan Park, Woolgoolga
Solitary Islands Marine Park Resort, Wooli (DFP)
Wooli Council Caravan Park, Wooli
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Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort, Yamba
Calypso Holiday Park, Yamba
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Be very careful staying in the unpowered camp sites because I think it was a swamp at one point and floods with storms. Choose your site wisely here otherwise you will end up over your ankles in water. They put out "port-a-loos" to help with the peak season rush but they were not serviced regularly. We had to constantly go to management and ask for them to be cleaned and toilet paper to be put in. OR they had no water left in their tanks so wouldn't flush. I felt for the size of the park they didn't cope very well when it was full to capacity. Lots of great activities for the kids and families. Pool was excellent. Very hard to get a booking in the powered or ensuite sites during peak time. They didn't clean the camp kitchen that well. Someone had left fish in the fridge and the juices had run through the fridge - smelt disgusting! It was like that for the majority of our 8 day stay. Offered a free sausage family sausage sizzle for New Years Eve and we planned our night and supplies around that (since it was our last night) only to find the sausage sizzle was cancelled due to none of the BBQ's working. I would have thought that this is something that you would have checked/maintained prior to such a busy time? A lot of families were left walking around wondering what was going on with that. Friendly staff, average staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($80 per night 2A 2C, unpowered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Basic playground in good condition. Clean heated pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The pool and great family atmosphere. Everyone staying at the park were really friendly.
Dislikes: Lack of attentiveness to the cleanliness side of things during this peak time. I would hope that it is better maintained when the park isn't so busy as to the $$$ they are charging. We are going back again this Xmas so we will update on our experience again.
Added Touches: They have a reasonably nice cafe.
Local Information: Big Banana was good but wouldn't actually go into the Big Banana part again. The kids loved the toboggan ride and the blow up water slide park. Great fun! The beaches around there are really nice but you need to be careful of sea lice - you can go there one day and it is awesome, go there the next and you can't even get into the water.
Date 12/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Sue & Greg.

The majority of sites are ensuite. About a 400 metre walk through private track to a quiet beach (you could drive to just behind the beach via this track if desired). Very friendly staff, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($36 2Aper night powered ensuite site). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, secure entry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC electric bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere. The BBQs were in the camp kitchen; the old wood fired BBQs elsewhere were rusty and unused for some time. Good playground in good condition. Clean heated pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: The layout of the ensuite sites gave great privacy from adjacent site. The variety of the birdlife (they had an afternoon bird feeding session).
Dislikes: A little bit of truck noise from highway at night; not much street lighting in the ensuite site area.
Parking: Would be hard to turn around at the gate area if you changed your mind.
Added Touches: Bird feeding, bus to pub. The permanent sites were immaculate, the best we have ever seen, well done to those people.
Local Information: There are about 4 caravan parks along this stretch of beach, they all vary and even more around Woolgoolga.
Date 03/2008. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Gaz n Rob.

Our dog posed no problems. They do usually put dog owners in the one general area because it is close to a large open space suitable for exercising them without worrying others. This area is still convenient to all amenities and not substandard in any way. In fact we had an ensuite site and many parks will not allow dogs on ensuite sites. It is also quite all right to walk dogs on the beach which is another plus for those travelling with dogs. Management do like you to mention the dog on booking.
Date 01/2006.
Report submitted by Lynne Collins.

Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($34 2A per night - our price paid was for an ensuite site, others were $5 or $6 per night cheaper). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, dump point, secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Clean and well maintained, much better than other nearby parks that we looked at first.
Dislikes: It is a drive to go anywhere. Sharpes Beach is about 20min walk via a walking path through housing estate and a tunnel under coast road, Boulders Beach may be a bit shorter via the road.
Parking: Only room for one not too large rig, otherwise the street is not very busy.
Date 03/2008. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Gaz n Rob.

Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was much higher than expected, poor value for money ($27.90 with discount 2A per night, powered, shoulder season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, car wash, dump point, secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, heated, toddlers catered for. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Baz&Mick.

We have now joined Top Tourist parks and as a consequence reduced our caravan site fees.
Date 07/2008.
Update supplied by Park Manager.

Managers are Glenn & Dolores. Friendly staff, average staff response to complaints. Price was as expected, good value for money ($18 2A per night powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is bad, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, hard to negotiate into site, poor water quality, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, good rec room, kiosk, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, family/friendly atmosphere, too many permanents. Clean free UC gas bbq. Pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided.
Dislikes: Too many untidy permanent sites. New managers trying very hard to bring it up to scratch. Previous owners lost interest and let many things go, hopefully it will be better next year, good place for dog, only many live ins have dogs that are left and bark a lot, once again Glenn hopes to fix, only two that take dogs in Ballina and bit of a nuisance to cross ferry everyday to get to everything.
Local Information: Fishing at South Wall depends on weather. Dolphins and pelicans and sea eagles in abundance.
Roads: good
Park Rating 3: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by Bob, Warradale SA.

Dog friendly. Stay 15 nights. We took the advice from a previous posting and didn't take the van over the ferry and we were very grateful for this suggestion. If you wish to do the same travelling south past Ballina and turn just before the bridge over the Richmond river at Wardell and turn back towards Ballina. This will put on a few more k's but worth it. We enjoyed our stay here. The Park is well maintained with grass, trees and shrubs. There are a large number of cabins in good condition with powered sites on the perimeters and at each end. Also there are three powered site in between the cabins. Most sites do not have sullage outlets but the ground is sand so water soaks away quickly. Also some sites have annex slabs. The western end is more park-like with sites located amongst the trees. The level of these sites varies but it looked like a great spot if you are staying for a while. The amenities are average and there are camp kitchens located at each end of the park. The ferry is very convenient for travelling to Ballina and beyond costing $3.70 per trip or about $36 for a week. If you are into golf there is a great 9 hole course at Teven with Teven Dog Boarding Kennels (02 6687 8082) on the way where we left our dog for the day. The tourist information also has information on where dogs can be walked on off leads. The one improvement that is needed for this Park is the instillation of a dump site as at present Van loos can only be emptied down the ablution block toilets.
Date 09/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Susan C.

Well run, competent helpful and friendly management. Good value for money. Good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Laundry, rec room, good camp kitchen. Good atmosphere to park, quiet. Clean UC bbq. Good playground. Good clean pool, kid-safe pool area, seating around the pool was provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, the park was well maintained.
Likes: Well run, quiet.
Dislikes: Ferry is hazardous to caravans particularly at low tide. Go the long way it is not that far!
Date 06/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Barbara and Peter Cox.

Manager's name is Rosie & John. Have stayed here several times and the park keeps improving, Rosie & John are extremely helpful and friendly but are strict when they need to be, they keep our kids in line, when they need to be told to behave but are still respected by everyone, just always a relaxed atmosphere. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, large sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, kiosk. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, only in quiet times. Clean UC gas bbq, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Basic playground in good condition. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Friendly atmosphere as a lot of people return year after year, and Rosie & John really are just great friendly but strict.
Added Touches: Push bike hire, direct beach entry for 4WD all the way to Evans Head if tides are right.
Roads: Bitumen to caravan park and then a dirt road up to the rock wall on the south side of Ballina.
Date 01/2008. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Geoff McK.

We were told not to take the ferry as some large vans have got stuck trying to get from the road to the punt, via the deep dip, and a front loader had to be brought in to shift the van. The owners are Rosie and John who made us most welcome. Stayed 2 days, $18.00p/n powered site. The kiosk doubles as reception and Rosie showed us a park map and told us where the best place would be to park. This park is quite large and has many cabins and some semi-permanents. The sites are grass and there is some shade. Amenities were spotless as was the open to the sun swimming pool. We were surprised to learn that the amenities block was 30 years old, because it was in excellent (as new) condition having been totally refurbished not long ago. Laundry was spotless and water pressure was good. Drinking water was from tanks. There is a children's playground and the beach is a short walk away. We stayed 2 days and then moved to a more central park in Ballina, not because we were unhappy in this park, but because Leszek had to get to the marina early for a charter fishing trip, and the punt would not have been operating early enough for him to get to the boat on time. Crossing via the punt to Ballina also was a bit of a drag ($3.20 one way/car - van was more). We would highly recommend this park if you want a spotless peaceful park for a good rest. Rosie and John will certainly make you welcome.
Date 02/2006. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Leszek and Jackie, Queanbeyan.

Manager's name is Anne & Chris. Beautiful site - really spoiled only if you are close to septic system - especially after rain, it was really on the nose. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was lower than expected, very good value for money ($23 2A per night powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to all sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, some unlevel sites, poor night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, basic rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), kiosk, disabled facilities. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere. Excellent playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Our site in top section had a magnificent view of the ocean.
Dislikes: Toilets not cleaned every day. Septic is smelly.
Added Touches: Pensioner discount for camping/caravans.
Local Information: National park nearby. Miles of beaches. Well-stocked convenience store - sells all including petrol, liquor, post office.
Roads: Watch out for emus on the road. They really can be there.
Date 01/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Rockin' Rollers.

Very good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Reasonable value for money. Very good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Very good sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, annexe slabs were available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Laundry, security entry to park, van parking by management. Very good park atmosphere, quiet, shady park. Clean UC electric bbq.
Likes: Right on the river, footbridge to beach, good restaurants and take aways in town (walking distance).
Dislikes: Although necessary, mangroves in front of "waterfront" van sites.
Date 04/2006. Park Rating 4: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by A & E Devries, Munruben Qld.

Van spaces with more effective power and water outlets are available along the water front sites. Riverfront sites can be difficult to get into and only smaller vans will get onto the waterfront sites. Amenities were clean. It is a popular park for young families so don't bother going in peak times if you value peace and quiet. However if you enjoy the sight and sounds of kids having fun and without having to be responsible for them it is not too bad. Staff were helpful. It is not especially cheap but location and outlook make it worthwhile. Good camp kitchen arrangements - several scattered through park.
Date 05/2006. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Trique, Sunshine Coast.

Great position close to village, walk across bridge to surf beach, on a tributary for boating but be wary of the tide as it gets shallow quickly. Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was higher than expected, reasonable value for money ($30 2A per night powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, hot water was usually adequate but not when busy, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, small sites, concrete annex slabs, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Dump point, secure entry. Peaceful, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Great position. Handy to all village facilities.
Dislikes: Stayed many times but this time there was a music festival in Byron and there was a $9 surcharge on sites for Fri, Sat and Sun. We weren't told this when we booked ahead and, as there were literally hundreds of extra campers in the park for those nights, we thought it was a bit rich! Should have been told it was on as we would have avoided that particular time. It was another camper who told us about it, not the management.
Added Touches: Free wifi for 2 hours per day.
Date 07/2008. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Not So Grays.

Manager's name is Shane & Jody Keen. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($192 2A per week powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Extremely handy to shops, river & surf. This was our third year.
Parking: Parking at front of office
Local Information: Plenty of eateries, great local pub, fishing spots everywhere, beautiful beach for walking and swimming. Was in easy travelling distances for day trips if desired.
Roads: Great. Highway upgrade still going on but minimal delays.
Date 02/2007. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by RobNRhon, Maroochydore Qld.

Just a very basic park, old but reasonably clean separate toilet shower blocks, large sites. Set on many acres of land so plenty of room, select your own site, the type of park you'd expect to find way out bush. A few 'feral' permanents but most are in separate section. Very laid back management, lots of space to walk dogs. We'd stay again. Reasonable value for money. There was adequate hot water. Suitable for a few days.
Date 08/2008. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Graham & Ann.

Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was higher than expected, poor value for money ($28 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly unlevel sites, good night lighting, small sites, concrete annex slabs, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, kiosk, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. UC bbq, area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Peaceful and quiet on beach front. However beach dangerous for young children. Warning signs near entry to beach
Dislikes: Not too many level sites with some concrete slabs up to 25cms above ground. Very hard to negotiate onto site. Whole property on sloping ground. Website gives wrong impressions.
Local Information: beach walks and national park walks
Roads: all bitumen
Date 03/2007. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Thearay, Qld.

Very good friendly management. Good value for money. Very good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Good sites, adequate number of tourist sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, annexe slabs were available. Laundry, late checkout allowed (up to noon), kiosk, security entry to park. Very good park atmosphere, quiet, open and roomy park, shady park, family-friendly park. Clean bbq (free). Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, the park was well maintained, the park can be considered kid-safe.
Likes: Excellent park for a relaxing weekend away. The amenities were very clean as was the rest of the park. There was no noise at night to disturb the atmosphere, which was peaceful. Beach was great but care needs to be taken when swimming or with children as it can be rough.
Dislikes: Nothing to dislike.
Parking: Parking can be restricted when booking in, you need to pull over to the left as far as possible to allow entry to other vehicles.
Date 11/2006. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Hamish Barbour.

We stayed for one night and, while staff at the time of arrival were helpful, a senior staff member (perhaps the Manager) became extremely abusive including use of some highly colourful language on departure. We departed later than the 10.00 am departure time due to delays after heavy rain the previous night with large pools surrounding our site slowing down pack up; a broken down car belonging to a permanent resident partially blocking access and a large group of campers also packing up and restricting access to the one internal road which was useable for our vehicle/van combination. When I called at the office to apologise for being late and to ask for return of a credit card imprint taken as security deposit, the staff member became abusive about our lateness (there was no queue of vans waiting to use the site!), called me some names I would prefer not to repeat and certainly didn't appreciate my 4 year old son hearing. We used none of the park amenities so cannot comment on their adequacy. Site was very small for our larger van, hooking up and unhooking had to be carried out on roadway, no sullage disposal provided.
Date 12/2006. Park Rating 1:
Report submitted by TraceyD.

As we are travelling with a pet we were required to camp near the showground oval. I think it was a nicer spot than the park itself. Nice green grass at our time of visit. Slabs in main park. Friendly management. Reasonable value for money. Good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Good sites, adequate number of tourist sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, annexe slabs were available, drive-through sites were available, adequate taps close by. Laundry, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, dump point. Quiet, open and roomy park. Dogs allowed, on leash, must camp in separate area. Clean UC bbq. Suitable for a week or more.
Likes: Close to town.
Local Information: Nice drive to Glenreagh Markets first weekend of month. Glenreagh train. The Big Banana.
Date 01/2006. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by R & E Jones.

This park is ideally situated near to Park Beach Coffs Harbour. The park is very well kept and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The ensuite sites are top class and the drive through ones particularly easy to get in and out of. Great park; suitable for any length of stay. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice. Price was as expected, good value for money. Open & roomy park.
Likes: Location and helpful staff
Date 05/2009. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by P&K Adelaide.

Friendly staff, average staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($588 A3 per week, cabin, off-peak season). Cabin cleanliness was average. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites. Basic laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, secure entry. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No pets allowed. Clean UC bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Nice & quiet, but it was not in school holidays so not many children.
Dislikes: Poor lighting around sites. When I booked the family cabin I was told it was an older type. It did need some TLC. Enough room in main bedroom & kitchen/lounge area but the other bedroom had 3 bunks with not much head room & it was very cramped with no room to move.
Parking: Good parking bays when checking in.
Date 03/2009. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Jenny.

Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($25.50 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, dry change area. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point. Quiet, open & roomy park, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park.
Date 07/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Graham and Lyn, Adelaide.

Manager's name is Jason Baily. A well managed park that has all any caravanner would need or expect and stacks up to good value when compared to many other parks. Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($25.20 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, secure entry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean UC electric bbq ($1.00), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Excellent playground in good condition. Clean pool is open to the sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Beautifully rebuilt with all facilities of a resort, best family pool I have come across, permanents area is completely separate and not accessible by tourists.
Dislikes: Freight train noise rom time to time during the night.
Parking: Ample space for a number of vans.
Added Touches: Free breakfast on Fridays.
Local Information: Coffs Harbour is a well managed local government area that has developed beautifully with great harbour and beaches as well as lovely hinterland a great place for an extended holiday.
Roads: All roads in Coffs are very good and easy to negotiate with a van in tow.
Date 07/2008. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Peter & Elaine, Lake Macquarie.

The showers were cleaned nightly but this is not enough in peak times. Every time I went there were women's personal hygiene things in the shower! This is disgusting. Friendly staff, average staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected ($56.00 2A 2C per night). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were dirty, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, small sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, secure entry, van parking. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. Clean pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: I loved the Kids club, the great pool for the kids, the family friendly large camp dining area, great size easy to walk about.
Dislikes: Some kid did a poo in the pool, my kids went and told office staff, 30 minutes later a guy came with net and got it out. [I see nothing has changed since 2005! Badger] The church group was at the park doing family activities each day. We didn't like how they came to everyone's van each day to give out their flyers. It'd be ok if you go to church.
Parking: Park in front of van site very small frontage on sites.
Local Information: The pet porpoise pool a local attraction, $75 for a family, this was great I recommend it to all. The Cold Rock Ice Cream Shop was yummy on Jetty Road but four sundaes cost $23.
Roads: Traffic chaos as we where entering Coffs harbour from Port Macquarie nearly all the way, it took ages to get there.
Date 01/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Kaza, Vic.

Friendly staff, average staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites. Noisy, but well maintained park.
Likes: Facilities were very clean and modern. Sufficient showers and toilets even in peak season. Great pool and playground for kids. Close to beach and marina.
Dislikes: During our visit a very large teenage Christian fellowship group had set up camp with several marquees. On a daily basis the group would walk around the park singing with loud speakers, this was very disruptive. We continually got approached by the group trying to get us to join in activities. The management did not attempt to control this. I believe the camp happens every year at Christmas time.
Local Information: The best coffee and meals at Cafe Aqua, 57 Ocean Parade, just up the street.
Date 01/2008. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by T&C, Victoria.

An excellent park that has improved out of sight since we were last here. This is the park to stay in when visiting Coffs Harbour.
Date 09/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Peter & Jean Reynella SA.

A well maintained park in a great location just a short walk to the beach. Staff very helpful and friendly. The drive through ensuite sites are very well positioned and of a high standard. Suitable for a stay of a few days to a few months.
Date 08/2007. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by P&K, Adelaide.

This is an excellent open and spacious park. It is well managed and maintained by efficient and generally friendly staff. It is well worth a high rating, but for all that we found it rather sterile and lacking in the cosiness and friendly atmosphere of smaller parks. Friendly staff, good value for money ($24.50 2A per night). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites. Good laundry. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Nice neat and open layout
Roads: Highway conditions from all directions.
Date 05/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Vande.

After previously staying in two other parks in Coffs Harbour, this is definitely the one to stay at. Beautiful swimming pool, 5 star front office, with staff to suit. I passed my compliments onto the staff at departure. Water pressure is a bit down at the showers (I'd say it was restricted due to drought) but good at the site. There are shady site and sites without shade - I always choose the latter. Very good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Very good value for money. Very good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, there was adequate hot water. Very good sites, adequate number of tourist sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, annexe slabs were available, drive-through sites were available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Laundry, rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, security entry to park. Very good park atmosphere, quiet, open and roomy park, shady park, family-friendly park. No pets. Clean free ectric bbq in a congenial atmosphere, lit at night, with seating provided. Good playground, in good condition. Very good pool. Clean pool, area is shaded, kid-safe pool area, seating around the pool was provided, toddlers were catered for. The park was well maintained, the park can be considered kid-safe.
Likes: Resort type swimming pool, the powered sites had a hardened concrete area adjacent to the annexe slabs to park your caravan on.
Parking: Undercover drive-through check in area, which would be great if it happened to be raining while checking in.
Local Information: Porpoise Pet Pool which is a Dolphinarium nearby is worth taking the littlies to see.
Roads: Good road with a couple of roundabouts to negotiate, but nothing abnormal.
Date 12/2006. Park Rating 5: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by Bruce Robertson, Sinnamon Park Qld.

A large park run by a management team and staff who are efficient, helpful and friendly. Ample tourist information available and two internet connected computers for use by patrons. Park is well maintained with great tropical gardens especially around the large pool. We had an ensuite site which is drive through. Ensuites are new (opened at Easter 2006) and as could be expected are very well maintained. The park is spacious and all sites are well maintained.
Date 05/2006. Park Rating 5: Suitable for any length of stay.
Report submitted by P & K, Adelaide.

Competently run site, clean and well maintained amenities, beautiful location, excellent for dogs. Good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Good value for money. Good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay. Good sites, adequate number of tourist sites. Dump point. Good atmosphere to park. Suitable for a week or more, the park was well maintained.
Likes: Location.
Dislikes: Some sites are a long way from the amenities.
Date 08/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Barbara and Peter Cox.

Manager Shane & Debbie Dunlop. Narrow road down hill into park. Not overly big park. Right on beach. Would become very busy at peak times. One of the best Camp Kitchens we've seen. 4 spotless BBQ's, sink, microwave, frig, etc. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($25.00 2A per night). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean free UC electric bbq in congenial area, bbq area lighting, seating provided. Good playground in average condition. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Right on the beach. A short walk through sand on well maintained pathway. Beach not the safest for swimming but great fishing.
Dislikes: Public have access to beach through park. Might become busy during peak times
Date 03/2006. Park Rating 4.5: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by Jam, Coffs Harbour.

A lovely park sited on top of hill overlooking ocean. Sites are large but uneven with neither slabs nor grass. Maintenance of park is excellent. Amenities are spotless. Managers, Brad and Michelle, are friendly and efficient and are obvious around the park. Very good management, friendly management, management was helpful. Good value for money. Good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Poor sites. Laundry. Very good park atmosphere, quiet, open and roomy park, shady park, family-friendly park. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, the park was well maintained, the park can be considered kid-safe.
Likes: Location, managers attitude.
Dislikes: Unevenness of sites.
Local Information: Woolgoolga and Coffs Harbour not too far away. Nice wide beach at doorstep.
Roads: Highway conditions from all directions.
Date 05/2007. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Vande.

Manager's name is Lesley and Allan. Great little council park right on the headlands over looking two beautiful beaches. Dogs allowed in park and on beach. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($20 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, good night lighting, large sites. Good laundry. Peaceful, open and roomy, family/friendly atmosphere. Dogs on leash. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: This park is alongside the local park with plenty of tables, good BBQ and playground. Very relaxed.
Date 07/2006. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Bungendore.

Manager's name is Phil and Sue Ogden. A previous report on this park (since deleted) was very critical but mentioned that a major re-fit was about to be undertaken. The result is a good example of how a run down park can be refurbished to become an example of excellence in the industry. Park is in two sections - both with boom gates - with public access and surf club between them. Creek frontage sites on left (if you are in a motorhome park front in to get the view on odd-numbered sites so power and sullage are on drivers side), sites on right are close to beach but public road and parking area separates them from the beach. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected ($22.50 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, secure entry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean electric UC bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere. Good playground in good condition. No pool. Lack of pool not major problem as creek is clean and mostly shallow for kids to play. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Great walks at hand, (watched dolphins surf), 6-hole golf course, bistro and basic shops close by, kiosk and basic takeaway with internet access on site.
Added Touches: Kids activities in holiday periods.
Roads: Road from Kempsey good, but if you have a big rig check with locals before using road to Port Macquarie - is unsealed and uses a ferry.
Date 07/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Geoff and Penny.

Manager's name is Geoff & Wanda Hetherington. Claims to be the biggest park in NSW, with 440 powered sites and 180 unpowered sites. Booking advised. Keen bowlers and fishing folk stay here for months - said to be cheapest park in NSW. Lots of cabins. Adjacent to river and surf, lawned sites, some with shade. Some senior permanents and quite a number of permanent retirement cabins not all separated from tourist sites. Security number opens boom-gate. 20c metered showers Christmas to Easter when tariff rises to $23.40 per day. All tariffs reportedly rising markedly in 2009. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was lower than expected, very good value for money ($91 2A per week powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, dump point, secure entry. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in average condition. No pool. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: 3 amenity blocks and laundries and some separate old toilet blocks. Walking distance to all town facilities, safe river beaches, surfing beaches, boat ramp. Near to national parks. Lots of en-suits.
Dislikes: Many toilets had graffiti on the back of the doors. Bins clustered away from most sites
Date 06/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Jim - Willunga.

Good family park adjacent beach and river with large parklands. Plenty of ensuite sites and some sites with well grassed areas. Needs shade trees as is very open to the weather Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was lower than expected, very good value for money ($89 2A per week powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point, secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere, too many permanents. No pets allowed. UC bbq, area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Sites without slabs were well grassed. Adjacent to bowls club and surf club, close to RSL club, close to shops good family beach adjacent
Dislikes: too many permanent sites
Parking: good parking to left of entry
Local Information: good meals at RSL club. Park adjacent to good family beach
Date 03/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Thearay, Qld.

Follow the highway south through South Grafton towards Coffs Harbour, past service stations, and turn right into Heber Street, park is about 300 m on the left. This park is overrated at 3.5 stars. Check in was curt with no receipt and a quick direction to take any site on the right past the pool. There are palm trees planted between sites which are very nice, but they are offset and it is easy to miss seeing the second row and get the swing wrong, especially when you are on your own. The sites are nice enough, but a visit to the run down amenities block reveals a barely adequate state of cleanliness and it is a bit disconcerting to gaze up at the sky from the showers through a 3-foot hole in the roof. All this for $25.00 per night. The maintenance on power and water facilities is obviously running behind. One of the power outlets on the pole near my site was broken away with the 3 slots only just useable. One of the water taps leaked heavily around the spigot and was virtually unusable. Average staff friendliness. Price was as expected, poor value for money ($25 A1 per night powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, drive-through sites, hard to negotiate into site. Basic laundry, no rec room. Quiet, claustrophobic park, not enough shade, too many permanents. No playground. Clean pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Convenience to the highway without the noise
Dislikes: Site layout. Amenities block. Staff attitude.
Parking: Marked space in front of the office.
Date 04/2007. Park Rating 1:
Report submitted by JA.

Does anyone understand how the motoring organisations do their park ratings? This park is rated three and a half stars but the place was run down, sub standard and management did not control unruly behaviour of tenants. Average staff friendliness. Price was higher than expected, poor value for money ($23.50 2A unpowered). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to most sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is good, hot water was usually adequate but not when busy. Inadequate number of tourist sites, good night lighting, small sites. Basic laundry. Noisy, claustrophobic park, too many permanents. Clean pool.
Likes: Leaving after the first night of a 2 day booking to escape to a motel for some sleep and a decent shower
Dislikes: The endless loud drunken argument about the merits of Ford Vs. Holden that continued until three am, the one shower that had a leaking hot water tap connection that sent scalding water across the floor of the shower recess and the other shower that spurted water onto the ceiling to drop down again as a rainshower as you try to dry yourself.
Date 10/2006. Park Rating 1: Suitable for overnighter.
Report submitted by Bellboize.

Manager's name is John & Chris (owners). Very good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Very good value for money. Very good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Very good sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, drive-through sites were available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Laundry, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities. Very good park atmosphere, quiet, shady park. Clean UC gas bbq (free), with a congenial atmosphere, lit at night, with seating provided. Very good clean pool, pool area is shaded, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for a week or more, the park was well maintained
Likes: It is close to town & easy to locate but with a rural setting. The information centre in town has had a lot of good feedback since new owners have taken the park over. The new owners have obviously put in a lot of effort into this park. It is extremely clean & tidy, nice large shady grassed sites, new clothes lines in the sun, new gardens & plants. The amenities are spotless, BBQ area is very clean, under cover, partly sheltered along 2 sides if weather is bad. The owners go out of their way to help with any information about the town, tourist info & services. The office is open in the morning & afternoon but with a phone call they are available any time.
Parking: Plenty of available room on site & off the highway for big rigs
Local Information: Many old historic buildings & homes in the area, Schaeffer House is open most afternoons from 1pm, operated by the historical society. Very unusual two tiered bridge linking Grafton & South Grafton. Many national parks in the area.
Date 08/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Rob & Keith.

No longer BIG4.
Date 07/2008.
Update supplied by BIG4

Great park. Good grassy sites. Average management. Reasonable value for money. Very good amenities. Good atmosphere to park. Suitable for a week or more, the park was well maintained.
Likes: Just a very nice park.
Roads: Narrow and awkward bridge over the Clarence River. Can be a bit tricky at various times of the day moving between Grafton and South Grafton. Would not like to take a big rig over it. Some of the roundabouts in town can be a bit tricky to negotiate.
Date 02/2008. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Not So Grays.

Manager's name is Ian Beadle. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($29 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, separate bathroom, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, secure entry. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Excellent playground in good condition. Clean heated pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: 5 rating as it's the best park I have ever stayed in. There is a valet service in place to park your van for you called 'Save a Marriage.' Fishing tides and information available.
Dislikes: No Free internet
Parking: Large car park at front of park
Added Touches: Heated floor in amenity block, on site library, discount at various business nearby. Free bus pick up from airport. Free Austar TV. Several heated pools, spa, sauna, gym, massage, 25m heated lap pool, hairdresser calls, kids club on weekends and school holidays.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by P. & E. Aberfoyle Park.

Manager's name is Ian & Diana Beadel. This report is given on the caravan section only and is not affected by the poor service and quality of the cafe on site. We stayed in a roomy ensuite caravan site. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($40 2A powered, off-peak period). Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, late checkout allowed (past noon), good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, secure entry, van parking. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Excellent playground in good condition. Clean heated pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Beauty of the area. Several good clubs nearby
Dislikes: Restaurant more like a cafe. Prices high for pub standard food. Separate management from van park.
Parking: Adequate parking outside reception for two vans.
Added Touches: Leisure Centre with hairdresser (pay) masseuse(pay) 3 spas - hot, warm, cold ($2 each) sauna, lap pool, change rooms and gymnasium (free) Marine museum (small charge) Kids Club (holidays & weekends).
Date 02/2009. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Rockin' Rollers.

Very good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Good value for money. Very good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Good sites, adequate number of tourist sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, annexe slabs were available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Laundry, rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, security entry to park, van parking by management. Very good park atmosphere, quiet, open and roomy park, family-friendly park. Suitable for families, the park was well maintained.
Likes: very clean amenities, attentive staff, valet parking, ensuite sites.
Dislikes: the size of the sites reduced by little garden beds in between sites. Valet parking compulsory, which meant unhooking the van, allowing the staff to park it and then hitching the van back up again to level it up. Ludicrous! Reaching the beach requires crossing a busy road. Park not "beach front" Just little things, really. It's still a great park.
Local Information: Restaurant in front of park good for lunch
Date 04/2006. Park Rating 4.5: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by A&E De Vries, Munruben Qld.

2 minutes north of Pottsville Beach. Excellent resort for families with kids as the tariff may sound expensive but most activities are included. Neptunes Castle is a great kids play centre at the resort, fully supervised free activities all day and evening during school holidays, free movies shown on big screen most nights, free Austar to every site, free tennis, free table tennis and inexpensive electronic games and pool table. Modern shaded playground. Spotless camp kitchens and BBQ's, well landscaped and shaded, did not feel crowded even though park was full and we did not even know of permanents as they are tucked away at back of the park. Private bathroom for extra $8 per night was fantastic. Better than ensuite sites as we were closer to other facilities which we used more often and ensuite sites looked a lot smaller and crowded than powered sites. Three heated swimming pools open 7am to dusk, bike track out the front with huge skate park a 10 minute ride away. Safe children's swimming lagoon at high tide with canoe hire across bridge, a 5 minute walk away and an un-patrolled surf beach is also close by. On site restaurant which is open 7 days. Good value meals, especially their specials nights Wednesday and Mondays. Check in was easy and trouble free, even though it was very busy when we got there. "Marriage Saver" van parking is a real bonus after a long days driving to get there. They put the van on your site as soon as you check in with their tractor. It was so easy as the sites are tight in places. Price was lower than expected, good value for money ($44 2A 2C per night powered). Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No pets allowed. Clean free gas bbq in congenial UC bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Excellent playground in good condition. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, heated, toddlers catered for. Suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Van parking, quick response to any enquiry, very helpful and friendly, on site school holiday activities and very family orientated park, immaculate private bathroom amenities and clean BBQ facilities, very quiet at night despite being full, deserves its 5 star rating.
Parking: Easy off street parking for at least three rigs with separate check in lane and security entrance boom gates.
Added Touches: All school holiday activities were included in tariff.
Local Information: Great meals and friendly service at Kingscliff Kong Kong Chinese restaurant 15 minutes north of Hastings Point. Nearby bushwalking and National Park hinterland is fantastic. Uki Pub excellent. Fresh cheap prawns sold at restaurant on site were totally delicious.
Roads: easy access all directions.
Date 04/2006. Park Rating 4.5: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by Tony S.

Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was lower than expected, very good value for money. Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, all level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, basic laundry, kiosk, disabled facilities, van parking. Quiet, open and roomy, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean free gas bbq, congenial UC bbq area, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. A well maintained park.
Likes: Older Park with old facilities but well maintained a very clean. Very friendly park including the permanents who make you very welcome, close to town, beach, local pub & fresh fish shop, lovely walks along the inlet. Close to national park, beach 4WD driving, great fishing.
Dislikes: Road through the middle of the park.
Added Touches: Fish cleaning table, ferry to Yamba.
Park Rating 4: Suitable for any length stay.
Report submitted by Annrina.

Good park to unwind, well run council park. $123.00 2A for three nights on a water front site during peak time isn't too bad. The trip to Yamba by boat is also relaxing. Plenty of beaches to utilise. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, dump point, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Quite park .
Added Touches: Boat ramp, fish cleaning table.
Date 01/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Ross & Kaz, Coffs Harbour.

First impressions are not very good, but when you drive in there are plenty of excellent tourist sites along the river bank. Plenty of work going on here so it can only get better. Easy walk to town.
Date 09/2007. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Peter & Jean Reynella SA.

Large and very well maintained park, boom gate security, all roads sealed and guttered, but limited shade. Friendly reception included being helped on to site. The sites were spacious, with concrete pads, good water and sullage and well grassed; the majority were occupied by permanents, but with neat gardens and well maintained vans and annexes. There were three amenities blocks, more than adequate for numbers, immaculately maintained with hand dryers but no soap. Showers were roomy, with curtains and plentiful hot water, and mop was available. Park facilities included pool, playground, barbecues and camp kitchen. Not well lit at night, and some muted noise from nearby motorway. Good TV and mobile phone reception. A few basic food item available at reception, Cudgen Leagues Club a short stroll away for meals etc. $24 for 2A before TTP discount considered good value.
Date 08/2006. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by The Peripatetic Perrys.

We are new managers, began in August 2008. We have begun to work on improvements in the park. So far we have rendered the amenities blocks so they look a lot nicer, the old office and managers residence has been removed and the new office and kiosk has been build. New entrance and boom gates. We have tidied up around the park, pruning the trees, and filling the holes and establishing new turf. Four new Deluxe Villas have been installed which suit larger families or those who would like more space. The Basic and Ensuite Cabins have been renovated, and now have air conditioning, and all beds are now made. There is new slab parks next to the ensuites cabins. We became a BIG4 Park in April 09. Put a camp kitchen with a TV into the laundry of Block 4.
Date 06/2009.
Report submitted by Debbie and Aaron, Park Managers.

Now a BIG4 park. Most of the sites are grassed with only a handful of slab sites. There are a lot of unpowered sites right at the back of the park which have a real 'bush camp' feel. Very good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Reasonable value for money. Good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Good sites, adequate number of tourist sites, the site size was okay, hard to negotiate in to/out of site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Laundry, dump point, security entry to park. Good atmosphere to park, open and roomy park. Suitable for a week or more, the park was well maintained.
Likes: The park has the bonus of the sea on one side and the tea-tree lake on the other. The lake is great for swimming, sailing and canoeing. It is shallow on the edges near the park and is great for small children. Most grassed sites when we were there were in really good condition. The sites are of a very good size, would fit all but the largest rigs. We had very large motorhomes nearby that had no problems fitting on the sites.
Dislikes: The roads within the park are very narrow and this makes it very difficult to back on to sites .. especially in busy times when the sites are full. Washing machines are a little expensive at $4 a load.
Parking: There is parking outside the park along the fence and also a book in lane in front of the boom gates when you enter the park for booking puropese. If you are in the book in lane at the boom gates the staff can see your rig on the camera and get an idea of your size.
Local Information: It is a good walk into the town of Lennox Head where there are many good restaurants of varying styles to choose from eg. Thai, Chinese, Indian, Mexican (great) as well as the Bowling Club, the hotel and fish and chip shops. The supermarket in the town good for grocery and there is a bakery and a butcher shop. Surf is quite good for those who use a board.
Date 11/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Kedron308.

Average value for money ($22 2A 7 nights). Large council-owned park with Lake Ainsworth on one side, and Lennox beach on the other. Sites level with cement slabs. Average length sized sites with large rigs having difficulty fitting into the allotted space. Sites are wide with room for van, annexe and vehicle. Roads narrow, making manoeuvring vans into sites awkward, especially when busy. Sullage and water to sites. Dump point. No shade. No pool. Suitable: For a week or more due to the location
Likes: Closeness to patrolled surf beach
Dislikes: Would not cater for more than a couple of large rigs. Small children would need to be watched due to closeness to the water and no perimeter fencing on the road side.
Date 01/2007. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Higgi & Bomber.

Beautiful camping area right on the beach. Pit toilets, no showers, but the location makes up for lack of amenities. National Park. Good value for money. Poor amenities. Good sites, sites were level, the site size was okay. Very good park atmosphere, quiet, open and roomy park, family-friendly park.
Likes: Great location, nice beach.
Dislikes: Pit toilets, tap water some distance away.
Roads: dirt road in, huge speed bump that I scraped along every time I went over it.
Campground Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Steve C, Canberra.

A large grass and shady tree covered park situated on side of a rise but with most sites level with annex slabs. Good water pressure, sullage and dump site. Popular with families as the beach area is very safe and also accessible for fishing. Amenities clean but could be over extended during the high season as there is also large area of unpowered sites for campers. Good camp kitchen and management puts on a BBQ that the children really enjoy. Need to be prepared for biting insects around the beach/river area. Lovely spot to setup for a week or more. We will return. Friendly management was helpful. Reasonable value for money.
Date 10/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by S, S and S.

Manager's name is laurie. Not a bad park, until you have a genuine complaint. My wife did a wash in their laundry and the washing machine leaked oil on an expensive top and a pair of jeans. Both items were rendered totally unwearable. We were told by management that the machine was ok and anyway use of the machines were at "your own risk". Then to contradict himself he put an out of order sign on the offending machine. We warned as many of our neighbours as possible. So I guess the message is, nothing wrong with the park, friendly staff but don't wash anything there. Very poor management. Good value for money. Good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, water pressure was okay. Lighting at night was adequate, annexe slabs were available, hard to negotiate in to/out of site. Laundry, good camp kitchen, dump point, open and roomy park. Clean electric bbq. Basic playground, condition okay. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Near the river and beach.
Dislikes: Staff who on face value were friendly, but completely ignored a genuine case of equipment malfunction, and did not offer or give compensation.
Parking: Poor parking space for your car and caravan whilst booking in, resulting in build up of cars and vans
Local Information: Coffs Harbour is 12 km away and is a beautiful place, plenty of beaches, walks and fishing.
Roads: Sealed roads ok
Date 10/2008. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by George Doherty.

Manager's name is Leanne and Eugene Anderson. We stayed 4 nights and wished we had allowed more time to stay longer. A great site virtually right on the water (there is a public reserve between the site and the beach). Good managers who were always bright and cheerful as well as helpful. Facilities clean and tidy, including hand soap, plugs in sink, super hot water and even a medicated tissue to open the amenity door with! A community BBQ was organised as a meet and greet function. Good walks on the headland or beach when the tide was out, for you and the dog. A variety of sites were available both grassed and slab. 12kms to Coffs Harbour to the south and 12kms to Woolgoolga to the north. Our only complaint was the dog poo on the public reserve which was a disgrace. We have already booked our next stay. Friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Good value for money. Adequate number of amenities to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Good sites, adequate number of tourist sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, annexe slabs were available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Laundry, good camp kitchen, kiosk. Very good park atmosphere, quiet, shady park, family-friendly park. Clean UC bbq. Suitable for a week or more, the park was well maintained.
Date 07/2008. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Hammos, St Ives NSW.

Manager's name is Eugene and Leanne Anderson. Ph: 02 6653 6552 or 1800 184 120 Price was as expected, good value for money ($25.00 2A per night). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Basic laundry, late checkout allowed (up to noon). Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families.
Dislikes: Some sites difficult to reverse in to and the site we had was very steep. It had rained previously and the roads were already muddy. We got more rain whilst there and it became almost impossible to access our site due to the mud. Also the park is close to the public picnic facilities where it appears that dogs are let loose even the signs do not allow. The park does not seem to have any strict controls over animals and dogs were allowed to run off leash by some owners. We were also told that the midges are a big problem in season.
Parking: Ample space to park whilst checking in.
Local Information: Fishing nearby when the tide is in at other times it is a long way to the beach to swim or fish but would be a very children safe area to swim.
Date 06/2008. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by TOFS.

Manager's name is Leanne & Eugene Anderson. Moonee Beach is a beautiful location, plenty of safe swimming for the kids, great walks on headland, beaches and around lagoons, Very friendly staff, average staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($138 2A per week powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, kiosk. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC electric bbq (20c), congenial bbq area atmosphere. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Most sites have a pleasing view of the Lagoons, plenty of shade trees.
Dislikes: It would be nice if the toilets were cleaned at the same time every day, eg 11am, half the time we were not sure if they had been cleaned at all.
Parking: Plenty of space to park while booking in.
Added Touches: Park managers put on a BBQ for everyone from time to time.
Local Information: Moonee Beach has a lot of natural attractions, eg swimming with the whiting and bream in the Lagoons, lots of birdlife, plenty of rock pools to explore, nice bush and beach walks.
Roads: Good Bitumen roads.
Date 04/2007. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by David & Trish Humphreys.

Manager's name is Eugene and Lynn. Very good management, friendly management, management was helpful. Good value for money. Very good amenities, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Very good sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, annexe slabs were available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Laundry, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, kiosk. Good atmosphere to park, quiet, open and roomy park, shady park, family-friendly park. Clean UC gas bbq (free), with a congenial atmosphere, lit at night, with seating provided. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, the park was well maintained.
Likes: The site's we stayed on were huge. Fantastic. Moveable large wooden picnic tables were supplied with each site. Quiet and well maintained camp. Situated on the water. Lovely views across the lagoon and out to sea. Peaceful.
Added Touches: Tractor rides for the children, movies in the hall in the evening.
Local Information: Shopping Mall just 2 kms down the road at highway. Tavern with good meals. Coffs Harbour itself a short drive away. Fishing, 4WDing. Terrific beaches.
Date 01/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Deb and Jude.

New owners from September 5th.
Date 09/2007.
Update submitted by Toned-F.

The cleanest, neatest park we have stayed at. The owners, Stewart and Gwyneth, greet you with a smile, and assist with parking. Sites are double concrete slab with plenty of room. Roadways are wide and straight. There is not a lot of shade. Amenities are cleaned daily and Stewart and Gwyneth regularly check them at different times during the day, right up to late at night to make sure they are kept clean. Curtained, spacious, shower area (Water saver but quite good) and dressing area keeps reasonably dry. Free, under cover, gas BBQ with basic kitchen facilities. No playground or games room. Laundry facilities clean and efficient. Pool is basic and there is a car and boat washing area. Kiosk, gas filling and tourist info available. Pets welcome. We have stayed there on three separate occasions, each about 4 nights, over a 12 months period the last occasion being May 2006. Only a few permanents most of whom are in a separate area from the tourists. An ideal park for grey nomads to stay for a few days. When you leave Stewart and Gwyneth see you off with a shake of the hand and good wishes. The only park we have stayed at where this kind of courtesy has occurred.
Date 05/2006. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Toned-F.

Manager's name is Debbie & Glen. Disappointed - our group of 4 caravans and 4 cabins put into different campgrounds. No directions to amenities or anything on arrival. Lighting very poor. Magnificent scenery - surrounded by mountains. Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff helped us at the site. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($22 2A per night powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, hot water was usually adequate but not when busy, soap provided, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, some unlevel sites, poor night lighting, average sized sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, kiosk. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Basic playground in average condition. Clean pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for a week or more.
Likes: The surroundings are beautiful and peaceful.
Dislikes: Long grass not mown. The second amenities block far too small for peak periods - no soap or towels.
Parking: Very small area.
Added Touches: Contained open fires at site in second section of park - firewood sold at shop. Reptile show - low cost - very interesting and entertaining.
Local Information: Wonderful restaurant, Mavis's Kitchen nearby. Excellent food, reasonable prices.
Roads: Road fair but subject to flooding in very wet weather.
Date 01/2008. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Rockin' Rollers.

The park has two areas, the older formal caravan park area, and another section called the wilderness area which is an open area for vans and camping/tent sites. Larger rigs would be fine in this area once they have snuck through the older area of the park, although not all of the van sites are level which could be a problem for motorhomes in busy times. We used this area so we had some space and a fire place nearby. We were there in winter and it was not busy. In the peak times the amenities would struggle with numbers. Amenities were clean, and pretty new in the wilderness area - showers were pretty small with limited space/shelving for gear - timed hot water. Can't comment on the main facilities. There is a shop onsite with a reasonable range of essentials. Firewood/ice available for purchase. Pool area appeared reasonable. There are some cabins; one in which friends stayed was very musty. Powered site was $20 per night for two. Don't wear a Lions cap when booking in unless you want some ribbing from staff. Would be noisy in busy times; pleasant in winter - lots of birdlife around and starry nights beside the fire were great.
Date 06/2006. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Trique, Sunshine Coast.

This is situated in a lovely area. Very bushy, plenty of shade and with a rocky running creek running through the park. Our kids had a wonderful time paddling in the creek and making rock dams. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($18 2A + $6 per child) per night unpowered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, disabled facilities, mostly level sites, good night lighting, small sites, average sized sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, basic rec room, kiosk. Quiet, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean free gas bbq in congenial UC bbq area, lighting, seating provided. Basic playground in average condition. Clean pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Bush atmosphere, hear the running creek as you sleep, shady campsites. Campfires were at many bush camp sites and firewood delivered several times a day. Park has tennis courts and the creek for the kids. We loved the park and facilities and any other time than the peak Easter period it would be a wonderful place to visit. We had a few days there before the rush of Easter crowds and it was lovely and quiet.
Parking: Staff very friendly and helpful and took us to site.
Added Touches: Talent night at the camp kitchen area, which was well attended and many kids were able to be involved. Reptile show each day for nominal fee.
Local Information: Murwumimbah has everything you need, with supermarkets, movies theatres and shopping.
Roads: Road from town to turnoff good, Few km drive into park narrow but reasonable condition.
Date 04/2006. Park Rating 4: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by Doug, Joanne and family.

Beach front park in a very small village. Good fishing on beach and near by river. Average staff friendliness, good value for money. Amenity condition is good. Mostly level sites, small sites, drive-through sites. Good laundry, good camp kitchen. Good playground. Clean pool, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: A good place to just relax, take long beach walks.
Dislikes: A lot of permanents that sometimes look a little untidy. Some of the sites were small but others were a good size.
Local Information: Short drive to Coffs Harbour.
Date 06/2007. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Bungendore.

Managers Wayne and Jan Cheetham. Try and keep away from the permanent van section which would be had in a busy time of year. Soap container in men's toilet was not filled at all during our week there. Average management. Reasonable value for money. adequate number to cater for tourists. Average sites, adequate number of tourist sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, drive-through sites were available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Laundry, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, dump point, open and roomy park, too many permanents for this park. BBQ was lit at night, with seating provided. Average clean pool. The park was well maintained.
Likes: Walk to surf beach and walk to local shops and river.
Dislikes: No concrete slabs - would get very uncomfortable during and after heavy rain as the park is very flat.
Local Information: Good Chinese restaurant at Bowl Club
Date 02/2006. Park Rating 3.5: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by The Risoles, Qld.

Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints. Price was as expected, good value for money. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites. Good laundry, basic rec room, kiosk, secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere All pets allowed; one woman even had her cats. Clean UC gas bbq, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in average condition. Clean pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The amenities where very clean and tidy, probably the best we have seen. The park was also very clean and the bins outside the powered sites were emptied daily.
Dislikes: The washing machine was $4 a pop and for a family I needed 3 washes in one evening it added up. Just in the one site we stayed in the tap was a bit away and we had no water as we only had a 5 meter hose. Not too much of a drama though.
Local Information: The Tavern at the front of the park was good value for money, the portions were defiantly large. Hubby also enjoyed the fishing at the nearby break-wall.
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by The Fussy Family.

Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($192.00 2A per week powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, car wash, dump point, secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere. Excellent playground in good condition. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Very well kept and daily rubbish removal and the cleanliness is spot on in fact its immaculate.
Local Information: Just a great place to visit and I am sure to many a new place to live.
Date 02/2008. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Steve and Linda Atkinson.

Very good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Very good value for money. Average amenities, were clean. Good sites, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, poor water quality. Laundry, kiosk. Quiet, open and roomy park. UC electric bbq. Suitable for month or longer. Suitable for families
Likes: The park is set between the Corindi River and the sea.
Dislikes: No drinking water to the sites, drinking water is from the rain water tanks available to all.
Local Information: Good fishing. Has a bowls club with a Chinese/Australian Restaurant (The Red Wok at Red Rock), good Friday night raffles
Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by JodyT on the move.

Manager's name is Tracey. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($30 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, separate bathroom, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs. Good laundry, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen. Peaceful, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean gas bbq (pay), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. Basic playground in good condition. Clean pool is open to the sun, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Absolute riverfront sites - small park and they are always friendly. Pets are welcome off season. Place to unwind. Close enough to Coffs to explore the area.
Added Touches: Boat ramp.
Date 12/2008. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Mike & Di.

Manager's name is Paul & Kathy Fancourt. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($40 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere. Basic playground in good condition. Clean pool is open to sun. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Park is not too large, most sites are along the edge of the Bellenger River and most have good shade. Sites are easy to back on to. Some have slabs and some do not.
Dislikes: At busy times and weekends, the waterskiing in the river can be quite noisy. The rail line is quite near and the trains are quite noisy as well but you get used to the few trains daily quite quickly.
Added Touches: Has a boat ramp and a fish cleaning table. Also has boat and canoe hire.
Local Information: Coffs Harbour half an hour drive. Nice drive up to Dorrigo through Bellengen. Good park for touring the area. North Beach 5km further east has a Bowls Club with a Chinese restaurant and a bistro.
Roads: Bitumen roads all the way.
Date 01/2007. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Kedron308.

Very large Park, 8 ensuite sites. Vans, cabins and permanents kept quite separate. A lot of grassed areas. Key to facilities ($20 deposit). Rear gates lead to waters edge and good views of the surfing beach & views but without access that we could find but a good sandbar ok for kids. Unless you have some sort of booster, this is a total TV black spot. Average staff friendliness, good staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was higher than expected ($28 2A per night powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good idea to check site offered as there are some very unlevel. Good laundry (washing machine $3 per load), good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC electric bbq (pay), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Excellent playground in good condition, quite a distance from vans. No pool. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Close to town centre with plenty of restaurants, tourist shops in plenty, big RSL. Bowls and Croquet clubs adjoining. Free entry to next door swimming club.
Dislikes: Bins not distributed amongst vans. Key entry to amenities - why not coded locks? Reception/shop closes at 6PM. No list of nearby churches available. Very few concrete pad sites.
Added Touches: Free BBQ breakfast Fridays
Date 06/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Jim - Willunga.

We have stayed here at least once a year for 5 years and have no complaints. We always choose the top area with great views and good facilities. Park location is great - easy walk to estuary, surf, great restaurants, cafes, cinema, bowls club dining, food shopping. New villas look great but do restrict sites available. Bongil Bongil National Park is next door and offers beautiful walks if you get tired of sea and sand. Prices are reasonable.
Date 06/2007. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Bernice S.

Managers are Robert & Shirley Aitkins. Perfectly located on the beach with shops across the road. The bowling club is nearby at the end boundary of the park.
Report submitted by Michael.

I would go back to this park again and again if I could, it is a beautifully maintained park. Friendly staff, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($33 A1 per night powered ensuite). Amenities were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC electric bbq ($1), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Suitable for month or longer.
Likes: I loved this park, it had a lovely ensuite, lovely view, shady, nice atmosphere, close to the lake, dog friendly. Lots of room to walk the dog, especially along the creek into town. I arrived after hours, and the security guy took me to the site, and helped me on the site, then pushed my caravan over so it was straighter, he went beyond the service required and was extremely helpful and polite. It was an easy walk into town, and a nice walk to the beach and creek where the dogs could go swimming.
Dislikes: Only thing I didn't like was paying $1 for the BBQ, but was lazy and couldn't be bothered to use my own.
Parking: Off road parking, easy to park.
Local Information: Trial Bay goal at South West Rocks is lovely, and the lighthouse and the small shopping centre in centre of town is nice to walk around. Visitor Information Centre, also craft shop.
Roads: Fine, I arrived in the dark, and was thankful to have a GPS to tell me where to go, but not far off the Pacific Highway.
Date 05/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Sue, Fleur and Connor.

Large sites on river bank. This is a resort style of park with excellent pool, games room, TV room and BBQs. Unfriendly staff. Reasonable value for money. Amenity condition is reasonable. Mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs. Good rec room. Open and roomy, plenty of shade. Clean UC bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Riverside setting. Able to walk into town in about 15 minutes.
Local Information: Visit Smokey Cape Lighthouse and Trial Bay Gaol.
Date 06/2007. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Bungendore.

Rules posted on bill boards everywhere but the management do not enforce eg Loud talking/parties in various locations of the park and drunk people singing till all hours. Average staff friendliness, bad staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, poor value for money. Amenity number would not cope in peak times, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, poor night lighting, average sized sites. Good laundry, basic rec room, secure entry. Noisy, claustrophobic park, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Dirty UC bbq, bbq area lighting. Dirty pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Kids liked the ice cream at the kiosk. Very few mosquitoes compared to another park our friends were staying at.
Dislikes: When it rains the park really floods as it's on the same level as a nearby lake. Our tent site was in the middle of a puddle with nowhere to move. Our tent and many others were 3 inches full of water and didn't drain till after lunch the next day (our 6 inch air bed saved us). Ensuites are clean on arrival then it's up to you to keep it clean. Only adult bicycles for hire you need to bring your own kids bikes. Games room require cash deposits for each game and when the office closes at 6pm no more games. The tennis court is on top of the amenity block needing the parks special equipment so leave your tennis gear at home. There is not enough pool seating during peak times e.g. people use towels to reserve the few seats provided. Long walk to the nearest beach that is deserted then walk the same distance again before you reach a patrolled beach (kid safe). Nearby lake is more like a swamp that is smelly and not suitable for swimming and be careful of the small snakes the kids easily find. Not all mobile phone providers work in this town. The pool needs shade cloth for skin protection. Long walk to camp kitchen and you need to wash up early before the lights are turned off. Roads are not sealed therefore, they can get muddy.
Local Information: Excellent beach near Trial Bay Goal suitable for all children e.g. calm waters for under 10 years and further along there's perfect waves for kids learning to ride a surf board. Only problem is, you need to drive there.
Date 01/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by You Need To Know.

Both amenity blocks have been renovated; wireless internet in the park is available; Internet Kiosk in the café is now available; additional 10 ensuite sites are being constructed and will be finished by Sep 2007; additional 10 cabins are being constructed and will be finished by sep 2007; half court tennis court; bike hire and canoe hire; pool renovations have commenced and will be completed by end August 2007. This will include spa grotto, heating, toddlers pool; playground up-grade will be implemented Sept 2007; all permanent sites removed from park; park is going onto sewer and expect this will happen by October 2007.
Date 06/2007.
Update supplied by Park Operator.

Manager's name is Leanne and Tony Mayne. Lovely park with very friendly staff. Park was kept exceptionally clean. Safe play area for children. Two amenities blocks (one old, one new), but both roomy and clean. Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($25 2A C1 per night). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, secure entry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC electric bbq ($1), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Excellent playground in good condition. Clean pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Morning tea with the staff on weekdays. Cafe at reception with safe play area for children.
Dislikes: In an attempt to adhere to their Eco Tourist values the amenities are not lit during the daytime, which is fine if it's sunny, but difficult to see if it isn't. You can't turn on the lights either.
Parking: Park at reception.
Added Touches: Free cuppa and chat weekday mornings.
Local Information: Fantastic beaches with very warm water and safe for children. Within driving distance of Dorrigo National Park. Can get a beach permit to 4WD along coastal beaches from Kempsey to Nambucca Heads.
Date 03/2007. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by The Far-a-Fieldings.

Large and very well maintained BIG4 park set in bushland and backed by National Park. Friendly reception although not conducted to site. Sites and cabins set among trees with reasonable shade, all roads kerbed and guttered. Sites roomy, many with annexe pads and others well grassed. Power and good water to all sites. Two amenities blocks, both spotlessly maintained, would be adequate for numbers at peak periods. Soap and dryers provided. Showers roomy, good hot water, with mats but no curtains. Mop and bucket available. Large camp kitchen with barbecues, free morning tea on weekdays except during school holidays. The facilities include TV and games room, pool, playground, volleyball court. Shop and café at reception, pay phone in park. We found TV reception generally poor, with ABC un-watchable. Adequate mobile phone signal. Reasonably well lit at night, boom gate security. $26 for 2A before Big4 discount considered reasonable given standard of park.
Date 08/2006. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by The Peripatetic Perrys.

Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($ 2A per night, ensuite, off-peak season), water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Kiosk, car wash, secure entry. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere Suitable for a week or more.
Dislikes: Went to go for a swim when we arrived as it was 35 degrees and the pool was empty and was not being refilled till the following week. We were there for 5 nights and saw nobody working in the pool area. We had only booked that park 3 weeks earlier and were not told this (might have made a different decision). Still not told on arrival. Found out after setting up.
Added Touches: Own boat-ramp to river, fish cleaning table, close to clubs & shopping centres.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Steve & Pa, Central Coast NSW.

Manager's name is The Hodge Family. This is a lovely park, great for long stay or overnight. It is a well laid out park with plenty of room on your site. Staff are friendly and willing to help. Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($189 2A per week, shoulder season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, separate bathroom, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, car wash, dump point, secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean bbq (free), seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean heated pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The openness, lovely pool, amenities equally placed around the park. A large open area in centre of park. Plenty of bins
Added Touches: Boat ramp and fish cleaning area
Local Information: Very close to shopping centres, bowls, golf, fishing, boating and the Gold Coast attractions.
Roads: Good
Date 07/2008. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by M & C Puckeridge.

We stayed over the Australia Day weekend. Park was tidy and clean. Amenities were very good. Park was not full (it is a large park) but even when busy amenities would be adequate. Handy location. There were some midges, but no more than one would expect at that time of year beside a tidal river. A handy base if the south end of the Gold Coast region is your area of interest. Good sites, good pool rating, suitable for families.
Date 01/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Trique, Sunshine Coast.

Stayed 5 days, $25.00 per night powered site, but if you stay 2 nights or more, it is $20.00 per night. We were going to stay 3 days and stayed 5. Reception average friendliness. We were given a map of the park and shown our site, No. 240. This is a large circular caravan park with the swimming pool in the centre. There are four identical amenity blocks situated in the north, south, east and west areas of the park. Amenities would be sufficient if the park was full. They were clean and in good condition, with good water pressure. Paper towels and soap were provided. Very good laundry with plenty of clothes lines. The sites all have slabs and roads are tarred. The park itself is neat and tidy and some sites have some shade. Large garbage hoppers are placed throughout the park, quite a distance from some sites. The nearest to our site was at the security entrance gate. There are 2 bbq areas, one in the south area and the other in the north near the boat ramp and dump point. Night lighting is via high beam lights placed on very high poles near the central swimming area. They did the job most adequately. Park has approximately 10 cabins and around 259 tourist sites. It is situated on the river so there were lots of midgies and mosquitos. A notice is handed to you when booking in that they hold a program of "fogging" the park at those times when midges are most active. When we stayed the park was about 10% full. This is a great park and we would stay again - would just like some shade and more rubbish bins placed around the park, and less mosquitos.
Date 03/2006. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Leszek and Jackie, Queanbeyan.

Friendly staff, but noisy from aircraft take off & landing path for Coolangatta airport. Not enough lighting at night. No lights in front of ensuite blocks (unsafe for women & kids). No boom gates or security cameras. On last night of stay van 2 doors down were broken into while man & lady slept. Manager told another lady that they had only had a towel stolen, and the lady who was broken into overheard this and corrected this. We were told it was a quiet park when booking, no mention of airport/planes. Friendly staff, average staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, poor value for money ($39 2A per night powered). Amenity cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, hot water was usually adequate but not when busy. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly unlevel sites, poor night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, kiosk, car wash. Noisy, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, too many permanents. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Friendly permanents, that told us to lock up everything as they have had quite a few thefts.
Dislikes: Noisy garbage collection 5am. Noisy airport, noisy permanents leaving for work in the morning. No security, poor lighting.
Parking: Enough for 2 vans.
Local Information: Local shopping centres and clubs close by.
Date 09/2008. Park Rating 1:
Report submitted by Steamer, Central Coast NSW.

Price $30 2A. We had a large, grassed site behind the cabin section. Other sites had annex slabs and were located around a small lake. Good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Good value for money. Good sites, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, annexe slabs were available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Laundry, rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point, van parking by management, family-friendly park. UC bbq, with seating provided. Good pool rating, pool area is shaded, kid-safe pool area, seating around the pool was provided. Suitable for families, the park was well maintained, the park can be considered kid-safe.
Likes: Friendly and helpful staff.
Dislikes: We were bothered by midges during our four day stay and were bitten enough to put us off staying there again. Constant highway noise. Some aircraft noise.
Date 03/2006. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Higgi and Bomber.

In a beautiful place on the Kalang River, a boardwalk away from the beach. Friendly, helpful staff. A clean and tidy park. Facilities not new, but very clean. We will return and stay longer.
Date 03/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Greybeard and Rosedale Bunny.

Good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments. Very good value for money. Good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Good sites, adequate number of tourist sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, adequate taps close by. Laundry, rec room, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, car wash, dump point. Good atmosphere to park, quiet, open and roomy park, family-friendly park. Clean UC gas bbq, with a congenial atmosphere, lit at night, with seating provided. Basic playground, condition okay. Suitable for month or longer Suitable for families, the park was well maintained, the park can be considered kid-safe.
Likes: Estuary boardwalk close by. Birds and animals
Added Touches: Plenty of estuary fishing
Local Information: Hotel, fishing. supermarket, boardwalk, bird watching
Roads: Good roads
Date 01/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Gary Bondfield.

Large park with no highway noise. Boundary is a lagoon for swimming and fishing and short walk to beach. Very good value for money ($18 2A per night powered). Amenities were clean, condition is very good, there was adequate hot water, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, all level sites, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites. Good laundry. Peaceful, open and roomy, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Large open areas with plenty of bird life. Walking tracks near by. Great BBQs (council) near rear gate.
Dislikes: Nothing - but am told it is very crowded in school holidays.
Date 07/2006. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Bungendore.

Manager's name is Colin and Wendy. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was lower than expected, very good value for money ($19 2A per night powered). Amenities are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (past noon), kiosk, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. Clean pool is open to the sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park.
Likes: We have stayed here several times now and use it as a weekend escape from the Gold Coast. The owners are absolutely wonderful people and make you very welcome. The park has the space for quite a few vans but they like to keep it comfortable so Colin prefers to not fill every space... amazing...a non greedy park owner. The amenities are a few years old but are spotless. This is a park that really does make your dog welcome...or your horse if need be. Highly recommend it to all.
Roads: The access road to the park is a bit bumpy in parts but perfectly fine for any van or motorhome.
Date 04/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by The Poodle People.

Friendly staff. Price was as expected, good value for money ($28.00 2A per night). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites. Good laundry. Peaceful. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Walking distance to shops and beach.
Date 07/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Kayjay, Pakenham.

Manager's name is Jan and Richard Friendly staff. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($25 2A per night powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, large sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon). Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq ($1.00), congenial bbq area atmosphere. Excellent playground in good condition. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, toddlers catered for. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The park is under going improvements and the Camp Kitchen facilities were the best we have seen any where they looked brand new and had 10 timber tables all under cover also a section inside with the building with cook tops, toasters, fridges, sinks etc. It looked more like a commercial kitchen that would adequately cope for the campers. Park is spacious and has an open feel about it with lots of Palms between the sites where we were. I believe that the upstairs area will be a huge lounge with big screen TV but this is not completed at this date. The riverfront has a retaining wall all the way along the park which made it very easy to fish from.
Dislikes: The night lighting along the main thoroughfare through the park is inadequate and in fact it was pitch black. Also the roads through the park need maintenance as they were pot holed. Take care with the new shower facilities behind the camp kitchen. You have to press a button as you enter, this in fact is a timer for the hot water so if you aren't quick the hot water ceases. It is a reasonable distance to the beach from the park and when we went to look at the beach access it had suffered from erosion and it was a fair jump down to the beach itself.
Parking: Take care at the front gate when arriving as it is easy to block other vehicles gaining access.
Added Touches: Great Put Put Golf area (payment required), boat ramp suitable for small boats and fish cleaning table at the river.
Local Information: Wooli is a very quiet area between the ocean and the river and is a place to relax. Bowling Club has great Chinese meals. Remember to bring all of your supplies with you as there is not much in the way of shops at Wooli.
Roads: Take care as the road is narrow but traffic is light at most times.
Date 06/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by TOFS.

All well signposted. A large park situated on Wooli River. Sites are large and easily accessed. Riverfront sites are excellent. Management is efficient and friendly at the office but not sighted around the park. The park is kept reasonably tidy. Amenities were adequate and were kept clean. The park has had a lot of money spent on it recently and is developing into an excellent facility. Price was reasonable. The park is suitable for any length of stay. Wooli is well off the beaten track and doesn't have too much to offer but for a quiet holiday it is hard to beat. We would stay again.
Date 05/2007. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Vande.

Manager Jan & Richard. Delightful spot. Amenities suffer at peak times but the park is currently increasing amenities to compensate. Owners are pouring a lot of time and money into this park and it's going to be brilliant once it's finished. Camp sites are huge and have their own fire place/bbq plate for each site as well as a picnic table/seat for many of the sites. Firewood supplied free of charge and plentiful. No sullage and poor TV reception (thank goodness). Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money. Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is good, water pressure is bad, there was inadequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, secure entry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean free wood bbq, congenial bbq area. Good playground in average condition. Clean pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: River sites are wonderful. Lots of space.
Dislikes: Current amenities can't handle peak times at the moment but the new amenities block should be finished by now.
Parking: Try to park to one side of the entrance way, otherwise the gate is blocked to people coming in.
Added Touches: Petrol station with a fish & chip shop/store, pizza shop and butcher attached is right at the front gates. Pub/hotel is right next door. There is also a fishing and scuba dive shop attached to the petrol station. Boat ramp in park. Hire canoes & kayaks. Putt Putt golf.
Local Information: Walking distance to surf beach. Boaties can fish in the river or head out through the bar for "outside" fishing. Grafton & Coffs Harbour are great for day trips. The local bowls club has a lovely Chinese restaurant attached.
Roads: The road off the main highway is bitumen although in many places it's only a little more than a car width wide with rough edges. Luckily the road isn't that busy so it's not a big issue.
Date 04/2006. Park Rating 4: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by Colinna & Adam, Greenbank Qld.

Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($24 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, dump point. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Close to water, beaches, shops, and clubs. Good walking pathway along water.
Dislikes: No parking prior to booking in. Some concrete slabs raised 75cms above ground. Some sites difficult to get into as park roads narrow
Parking: none. Badly designed entry, which would be a nightmare in busy season.
Local Information: Meals at golf and bowls club within walking distance
Roads: bitumen - main streets through town
Date 03/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Thearay, Qld.

This has to be one of the 'best-located' parks in Australia. The northern boundary follows the bank of the Clarence River, the width of a walking path away. The eastern end of the park has a safe beach 100 metres and a surf beach 300 metres away, each along concrete walking tracks. 100 metres from the entrance and you are in the centre of town. From the western end of the park it is 100 metres to the bowls club and 300 metres to the golf club. The park has a security fence along three sides with keyed entry gates. The river side is open. There are two amenities blocks, the original, now renovated, in the centre of the park and ensuite type block at the eastern end. All are in excellent condition with good water flows, soap and hand towels supplied. There are two laundries, a children's bathroom, playground, a number of 'coin-in-the-slot' electric BBQs, dump point and internet access (broadband) including lap-top connection facility (dial-up). Sites are fairly level, some with concrete pads, some without. A lot of the sites are short but all are wide enough for van, annex and vehicle to be parked. Staff are very friendly and helpful. No games room or camp kitchen but there is a sink for dish washing. Tariff at $22 seniors, is quite high but, unless you want to, you don't need to use the car so there is a saving there. We stayed a week and recommend this park to just about anyone (excepting pet owners) for a week or more.
Date 10/2006. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Toned-F.

Managers are Kathy & Steve Burton, Pa, Ron & Julie McKeon. Fishing Haven is in an idyllic location right on the banks of the Clarence River, and is complete with all things fishing, including fish, fishing jetties and fish cleaning stations, shady van sites. Fishing Haven caters for family groups, but small children may become bored as there is no pool or playground, and swimming in the river is out due to sharks. Very friendly staff, van parking assistance provided by staff, who helped us at the site. Price was as expected, good value for money ($120.00 2A per week powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provide, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, kiosk. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean free gas bbq in congenial UC bbq area, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq.
Likes: Idyllic river frontage and the fishing jetties. The friendliness of the managers.
Parking: Adequate room for one or two vans to parks while attending office.
Added Touches: Fishing jetties and fish cleaning facilities.
Local Information: As well as fishing there are also bowls and golf clubs, river cruises, white sandy swimming beaches and the Clarence River. The Jazz Cruise on a Sunday is a must do.
Park Rating 3: suitable for any length stay.
Report submitted by Bosun, Hervey Bay.

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