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Alva Beach Tourist Park, Alva Beach (DFP)
Atherton Holiday Park, Atherton (DFP)
BIG4 Atherton Woodlands Tourist Park, Atherton (DFP)
Halloran's Leisure Park, Atherton
Burdekin Cascades Caravan Park, Ayr (DFP)
BIG4 Ayr Silver Link Caravan Village, Ayr
Haley's Cabins and Camping, Bloomfield (Campground DFP)
Bramston Beach Caravan Park and Campground, Bramston Beach (Campground DFP)
Bramston Beach Plantation Caravan Park, Bramston Beach (DFP)
Barrier Reef Tourist Park, Cairns (DFP)
BIG4 Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort, Cairns
BIG4 Crystal Cascades Holiday Park, Cairns
Cairns Holiday Park, Cairns
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park, Cairns (DFP)
Cairns Villa and Leisure Park, Cairns
Cool Waters Holiday Park, Cairns (DFP)
First City Caravilla, Cairns
Lake Placid Tourist Park, Cairns (DFP)
Palm Cove Park, Cairns
Cape Tribulation Camping, Cape Tribulation
Lync Haven Rainforest Retreat, Cape Tribulation (DFP)
Beachcomber Motel and Caravan Park, Cardwell (DFP)
Cardwell Caravan Park, Cardwell (DFP)
Chillagoe Observatory & Eco Lodge, Chillagoe (DFP)
Chillagoe Tourist Village, Chillagoe (DFP)
Cooktown Caravan Park, Cooktown (DFP)
Cooktown Holiday Park, Cooktown
Cooktown Orchid Travellers Park, Cooktown
Peninsula Caravan Park, Cooktown (DFP)
Rainforest Village, Cow Bay (DFP)
Cowley Beach Caravan Park, Cowley Beach (DFP)
Daintree Riverview Lodge & Camping Park, Daintree Village (DFP)
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows & Caravan Park, Ellis Beach
Fishery Falls Caravan Park, Fishery Falls (DFP)
Forrest Beach Hotel Caravan Park, Forrest Beach
Mountain View Lake Holiday Park, Giru (DFP)
Greenvale Caravan Park and Cabins, Greenvale (DFP)
Groper Creek Caravan Park, Groper Creek (DFP)
Home Hill Caravan Park, Home Hill (DFP)
Home Hill Comfort Area, Home Hill (Campground)
Palm Tree Caravan Park, Ingham (DFP)
August Moon Caravan Park, Innisfail (DFP)
BIG4 Innisfail Mango Tree Tourist Park, Innisfail (DFP)
Flying Fish Point Caravan Park, Innisfail (DFP)
River Drive Caravan Park, Innisfail (DFP)
Innot Hot Springs Leisure and Health Park, Innot Hot Springs (DFP)
Kuranda Rainforest Accommodation Park, Kuranda
Cassowary Coast Regional Council Caravan Park, Kurrimine Beach (DFP)
King Reef Resort Caravan Park, Kurrimine Beach (DFP)
Kurrimine Beach Holiday Park, Kurrimine Beach (DFP)
Lakeland Caravan Park, Lakeland (DFP)
Lake Eacham Caravan Park, Lake Eacham (DFP)
Wanderers Holiday Village, Lucinda
Oasis Roadhouse Caravan Park, Lynd Junction (DFP)
Malanda Falls Caravan Park, Malanda
Granite Gorge Nature Park, Mareeba (DFP)
Kerribee Park Camping Grounds, Mareeba (Campground DFP)
Riverside Caravan Park, Mareeba (DFP)
Tropical Tablelands Caravan Park, Mareeba
Paronella Park Caravan Park, Mena Creek (DFP)
Millaa Millaa Tourist Park, Millaa Millaa (DFP)
Dunk Island View Caravan Park, Mission Beach (DFP)
Hideaway Holiday Village, Mission Beach
Beachcomber Coconut Caravan Village, Mission Beach South
Mossman Riverside Leisure Park, Mossman (DFP)
Mount Carbine Caravan Park, Mount Carbine (DFP)
Mount Garnet Travellers Park Caravan Park, Mount Garnet (DFP)
Bedrock Village Caravan Park, Mount Surprise (DFP)
Roadhouse Tourist Park and Motel, Mount Surprise (DFP)
Crystal Creek Caravan Park, Mutarnee (DFP)
Newell Beach Caravan Park, Newell Beach (DFP)
BIG4 Port Douglas Glengarry Tourist Park, Port Douglas
Pandanus Caravan Park, Port Douglas
Tall Timbers Caravan Park, Ravenshoe
Rollingstone Beach Caravan Resort, Rollingstone (DFP)
Taylors Beach Caravan Park, Taylors Beach (DFP)
Discovery Holiday Parks, Tinaroo
BIG4 Walkabout Palms Holiday Park, Townsville
BIG4 Woodlands Holiday Park, Townsville
Black River Stadium, Townsville (Campground DFP)
Bluewater Caravan Park, Townsville (DFP)
Coconut Glen Van Village, Townsville (DFP)
Coral Coast Tourist Park, Townsville (DFP)
Magnetic Gateway Holiday Village, Townsville (DFP)
Range Caravan Park, Townsville
Riverside Convention Centre, Townsville (DFP)
Rowes Bay Caravan Park, Townsville
The Lakes Holiday Park, Townsville
Town and Country Caravan Park, Townsville
Greenway Caravan Park, Tully (DFP)
Googarra Beach Caravan Park, Tully Heads (DFP)
Undara Experience Lava Lodge, Undara
Walkamin Central Van Park, Walkamin (DFP)
Pinnacle Village Holiday Caravan Park, Wonga Beach
Wonga Beach Caravan and Camping Park, Wonga Beach
Lakeside Motor Inn and Caravan Park, Yungaburra (DFP)

Friendly staff. Good value for money ($28.00 2A per night, powered, peak season). 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, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Optus, reception quality was 3). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. UC gas bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Really attractive park, well laid out spacious sites, not overcrowded at all. Pool is fabulous with plenty of tables, lounges and seating.
Dislikes: The beach is used a lot by fishermen on quad bikes and that can contribute to a lot of noise close to the park at odd hours.
Date 09/2010. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Phil and Gin (31).

Only use mobile if lucky to find a signal after wandering the park, I was never lucky, no internet. Toilets cleaned, but done very fast, and blindfolded, still grass and hair in showers. Had one night of bad rain causing flooding to some areas, back area near fence was quite sloppy for awhile, with creek nearby which seemed to be tidal. Nice park being neglected. Average staff friendliness, average staff response to complaints Reasonable value for money ($28 2A per night, powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, there was inadequate hot water, soap provided, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 1). Quiet, open & roomy park, too many permanents. UC bbq. No playground. Clean pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: open and airy, peaceful park, not far from beach, sites larger than normal. Easy to negotiate
Dislikes: condition of amenities, no night lighting, too many allowed to stay long term
Added Touches: free sausage sizzle and karaoke, told by regulars that each week is different (not always sausage sizzle)
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Rox (15).

The park has recently changed hands and I understand the new managers have the right to buy after 12 months. A good little park that is being badly neglected. The vast majority of campers come from the S for the winter and although it was our first time, comments from the others told us that the park had till now been well maintained. Several people stated they had to borrow the law mover to keep their site from overgrowing with grass. The lady who does the toilets manages to do both blocks in 12 mins. 1 large (truck handling type) garbage emptied once while we were there for one week. It's a pity to see this and people who have previously stayed should be aware. Average staff friendliness, average staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($25 2A, powered, peak season). 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, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 1). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. UC electric bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. No playground. Clean pool. Suitable for a week or more.
Likes: The management circulating with the campers to advise be seen
Dislikes: Children of permanents running around without any parental control
Added Touches: There was a free bus to Ayr Bowls club 2 twice weekly
Roads: The road is good
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Neilm (1).

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Manager's name is Lorna. Unfriendly staff, average staff response to complaints. Reasonable value for money ($28 2A per night, powered, peak season). We paid $24 because of 7th night free is staying one week. Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, soap provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, late checkout allowed, car wash, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, too many permanents. Suitable for few days.
Dislikes: Owner only refilled the toilets with paper every few days and waited until all toilets had run out. Some sites make it difficult to get out of the park, no through roads, need to go around on the grass to drive through. Tight corners.
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Cob and Oma (43).

Manager's name is Norma. This could be a nice park. We had pre-booked for a week giving measurements of the van and were surprised when we arrived that the sites were not numbered and management had no idea what sites were vacant. Pre booking does not mean that you'll fit! We were offered no help in finding a site or in getting in. We found one that was suitable by walking around. Three of the four power points did not work although this was fixed four days after we arrived. There are not enough bins so rubbish was overflowing after one day and they are located are a long way from most sites. The management reported after an earlier review, that this problem had been fixed but it is still a problem because of the shortage of bins! The soap containers that were in the bathroom block were empty the whole week of our stay. Grass was cut but not raked so that amenities block was always appearing dirty even though it was cleaned once a day. Beware of parking under the tall trees; drops berries and leaves on the unit so that it is noisy at night. We had to move forward on the second day to prevent this. On the plus side there are nice new cabins and a garden down the fence line is being constructed. Nice pool area. The sites are mostly level and on grass but some of the concrete slabs are broken and a long way out of the ground. There is room for a couple of big rigs. Washing machines are cheap at $2 but had to be cleaned before use. No night lighting but we like this compared to having bright lights shining all night so that you have to shut up. The few permanents, while some dwellings look untidy, are a friendly & quiet lot. We did enjoy our weeks stay, but more fastidious campers probably would not. Lots of room at the back of the park and on the aerodrome road for your dogs to run.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Dawn F (20).

Manager's name is Quentin & Patrice Fletcher. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($34 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). We paid $27 because we stayed 8 nights. 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, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point, wireless internet is available. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. Clean pool, 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: Friendly helpful staff. Very good facilities. Excellent discount for staying 8 nights, price reduced from $34 PN to $27 PN. Very nice climate in December
Dislikes: Park roads are a little narrow, large vans may have problems getting around some corners.
Parking: Only one van would fit into the booking in area
Date 12/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Den NQ (11).

$34 a night is a bit much this time of the year. The showers, laundry facilities are excellent. The park is quiet with plenty of shade and close to town. The only negative is the roads are narrow and a van of 24 ft or a motorhome would be a hassle getting them around the park. We would stay here again.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Uneek Nomads (8).

Nicely treed park, a bit hilly but they have made an attempt to have sites fairly level by stepping ledges. Excellent amenities, showers are very large with a curtain, bench and several hooks in huge dry area, shelf as well as soap dish in wet area. Hair dryer supplied in amenities block. Lovely barbecue area beside the pool, barbecues also in camp kitchen, however the barbecues aren't hot enough to do decent cooking. Park supplies discount vouchers for local businesses. Small book swap available. Normal cost is $34 2A, powered but we did 'stay for 5 pay for 4 deal'. You don't get BIG4 discount on top of this special deal.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122).

Stay 5, pay 4 meant $179.20 for a week. Mix-up with booking meant not on original site at $190.40. Friendly staff who directed onto new site which was an unusual placement on a slope. Very good amenities and excellent camp kitchen, bbq area with TV. Pool and cabana area was nice.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Ges (14).

This BIG4 park now accepts dogs.
Date 07/2011.
Update submitted by MyParkList.

Friendly staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($33 with a free night 2A per night, peak season). 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, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, dump point, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, too much shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families.
Likes: Very peaceful in a rainforest setting and not far from town
Dislikes: Not enough amenities in peak times, needs at least another 2 or 3 toilets and showers and quite a way for some to get too.
Parking: Only room for one van without blocking driveway
Added Touches: Discount coupons for local shops given when checking it
Local Information: close to Mareeba and Herberton.
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Our Donnie (86).

Manager's name is Quentin & Patrice Fletcher. 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 ($27.90 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 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 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, disabled facilities, dump point, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground. 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: Well managed, clean & tidy, attractive grounds and pool/barbeque areas
Dislikes: No power point to plug your own iron in laundry with one fixed iron available with coin slot to operate
Parking: Limited to two spots but they guide you to a site immediately to clear the area
Local Information: An excellent base to explore the Tablelands from
Roads: Good all round
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Peter & Elaine, Lake Macquarie (46).

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Manager's name is Terry. A park that provides all the touring vanners needs without all the 'resort' features and charges accordingly. Average staff friendliness, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site. Price was as expected, good value for money ($20 2A per night, peak season). 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, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Inadequate 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. Basic laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Easy to locate, 2 minute walk to town, friendly & relaxing atmosphere and nice shady trees.
Parking: Ample parking
Local Information: A nice friendly town where most things are available and some nice town walks.
Roads: Good all the way
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Peter & Elaine, Lake Macquarie (46).

$30 a night($27 with BIG4 discount) for drive thru site which was good size. Friendly staff. Amenities were good with large changing area. There was a small camp kitchen near our amenities. Didn't explore rest of park. Could walk to town shops and Woolies. Was a fish and chip shop close by. Good value for money. Would stay again.
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Ges (14).

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Manager's name is Paul Haley. In the small town of Ayton just N of the Bloomfield Track. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money. 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, shade to most sites. Basic laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, no wireless internet available. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Great people, friendly and helpful. Note that it's only unpowered sites though they did offer to find us a power cable connection if we needed it. Camp kitchen really nice well used.
Added Touches: Licensed restaurant on site wasn't open when we were there.
Local Information: Manager can organise you a 4WD trip to Roaring Meg Falls, out the back of the CREB track, so you can escape the crowds.
Date 07/2010. Campground Rating 4:
Report submitted by Kal (26).

Managed by Cairns Regional Council. Friendly staff. Good value for money ($16.50 2A per night, unpowered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, 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, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites. Basic laundry, no rec room, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available (carrier was Telstra). Quiet, open & roomy park, no permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. Good playground in average condition. No pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families.
Likes: Liked the location - right on the beach
Dislikes: No electricity. No designated sites. It was a choose your own spot situation.
Parking: Yes. Designated parking area.
Local Information: Only 30 mins away from The Boulders (west of Babinda). Beach has a stinger net.
Roads: Bitumen road in good condition.
Date 09/2010. Campground Rating 3:
Report submitted by VM (2).

Supposedly the site of Australia's first commercial coconut plantation and formerly operated by Bob and Dolly Dwyer of Pick-a-box fame. The old bar has B&W pictures. Park is about to be redeveloped into a resort and manager indicated tenders were out for the redevelopment. Great location with unpowered sites right up to the foreshore dunes and powered sites set further back. Amenities were quite run down. Gents had two showers and three toilets. Generators allowed and open fires in camping area. No washing machines and one dryer in laundry. Pool has been drained. One tennis court. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($25 2A 2C per night, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, there was inadequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, very few annex slabs, shade to some sites. Poor laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, dump point, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Rod P (1).

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Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($735.00 A3 2C per week, ensuite, peak season). We paid $695.00 because of BIG4 discount. 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, 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, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, ensuite sites available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, secure entry, van parking, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. 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: Very nice park with gardens, pools, playgrounds and bitumen roads throughout. Sites are easy to access. Local tours can be booked at park office. Great park for families. This park is about as good as it gets.
Parking: Plenty of parking at approach to office.
Added Touches: Free movies for kids, free pancakes weekly.
Local Information: Lots of tourists activities available from reef to rainforest.
Roads: Good bitumen.
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Bob & Marion Cassidy (23).

Manager's name is Geoff and Jenny. This is the best park we experienced in our 4 month trip around the country. On arrival we were driven around the park in a golf buggy and shown all of the park's many facilities and powered sites. We were given a choice of sites, all of which were quite large, beautifully grassed and maintained. Concrete slabs were mostly at an angle to the roadway, making van entry & exit very easy, even for our big van. 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, very good value for money ($37 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, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, secure entry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean UC bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean 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: Tropical garden setting, beautifully maintained. Activities offered - tennis, mini golf, basketball & outdoor movies. Office takes tour bookings and tour buses call in. Cairns city courtesy coach.
Parking: Ample parking off Anderson Road and before arriving at security gate.
Date 11/2009. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Razor & Carms (1).

This is a resort type facility with all you could expect for a long stay. Very friendly and helpful staff - the best we have encountered - and equal to those in Airlie Beach. Lots of assistance with what to do in Cairns. A personalised trip around the park on arrival in a buggy to explain the park layout and facilities. During the high season at $45 a night (weekly rate) for two adults, powered site, you pay for the privilege but it did not disappoint. On 1st September the rate dropped to $36.90 a night (off season). Pool activities like introductory snorkelling and aerobics, a well appointed kitchen that provides meals or takeaways, a small shop and pancakes once a week. The gardens and sites were immaculate with flat sites, concrete aprons and well planned shrubbery giving some privacy. The amenities were good, cleaned regularly and close to most sites. This is a family friendly park (but the family will need to pay). We loved the Great Barrier Reef with the snorkelling very easy and spectacular, the SkyRail was a good day (but the shops in the town up the top are very touristy), a flight to The Top (Cape York) was long but needed to be done and the Tablelands is worth a couple of days. Lots of tour options; Cairns is very commercialised, but you can make anything of it. Most tour operators pick up from outside the Park and there is a courtesy bus that does a loop of the city three times a day. Good dump point but located a long way down the back of the park (at least it is away from other caravans, but you might need to put the container in the car unless you want some exercise). It is close to the Bruce Hwy and there is a train track at the rear of the Park - whilst there is some noise occasionally, it is low level. There are bbq facilities with seating dotted around the park. One of the best parks, and one of the most expensive, we have stayed in, after 7 years of touring. We would come back if we ever face up to the long haul from Adelaide again.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Bluey and Rose, Flagstaff Hill SA (70).

Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to most sites, very few sites are shaded, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, car wash, dump point, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Quiet, claustrophobic park, not enough shade, no permanents. 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.
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by S, S and S (40).

Manager's name is Russell, Janine & Phillip Drayton. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($36.50 2A per night, powered, 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, kiosk, car wash, dump point, van parking, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Very friendly staff, and the expert assistance we received at the site was great. The park is close to everything you need.
Parking: Plenty of parking.
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Ross & Dorelle (6).

Manager's name is Russell & Jenine Drayton. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($38 2A per night, powered, peak 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, car wash, dump point, van parking, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: The staff were extremely friendly and asked us to settle into our site first before paying any fees. Staff helped with backing in of vans
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by M.&.M (1).

Manager's name is Russell & Jenine Drayton. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($36 2A, powered, 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, car wash, dump point, van parking, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless, reception quality was 4). Quiet, open & roomy park, a few permanents. Clean UC bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The owners were incredibly friendly and helpful, and the assistance for getting onto site was great. All tours could be booked at reception with great efficiency and ease. Great shopping centre very close to park, also doctor & chemist. There are quite a number of people at this park that stay for 3 or 4 months each year, so it becomes a bit like a family atmosphere away from home, we were sorry to leave. We stayed 4 weeks and were very happy with everything.
Parking: There is adequate parking
Added Touches: A few discount vouchers for fuel etc were given. They have occasional meals for guests at a nominal fee.
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by John & Maude (8).

Manager's name is Russell & Jenine. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($36 + BIG4 discount, 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some 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, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, car wash, dump point, van parking, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Quiet, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: We loved the help provided in getting onto the site. Everyone wanted to take him with them, the best we have had. Owners and staff could not do enough for you. It would be one of the best run parks we have come across.
Parking: Plenty of space and if it gets congested, they quickly move you onto site
Added Touches: Occasional get-togethers including entertainment. Van/car storage free if you book your tours through them. Any tour can be booked through the park.
Local Information: Reef, Rainforest, Mountains.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Our Donnie (86).

Manager's name is Russell & Jenine. One of the best run parks we have visited. The owners and staff are exceptionally friendly. They guide everyone onto the site expertly. The amenities are spotless, shower curtains are changed daily, fresh flowers in the ladies and gents amenities every day. Tourist and local information are all available from the park and they go out of their way to make any arrangements for you. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, car wash, dump point, van parking, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Optus, reception quality was 1). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park.
Likes: Friendliness, cleanliness, quiet.
Dislikes: Poor night lighting. From some sites a long walk to amenities block with very little lighting.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Motley2 (15).

Manager's name is Russel & Jeanine & Family. 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, good value for money ($207.90 2A per week, powered, peak season). 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. Inadequate 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. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, car wash, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Spotless amenities, well groomed grounds, with all facilities very well maintained. Expert assistance to park van available to all guests - peaceful and green location yet only 15 easy mins to Cairns CBD
Parking: Ample space and you are escorted to the site
Added Touches: Ladies craft meetings each week
Local Information: So much to do and see. The park position is located to comfortable do all by day tripping.
Roads: Good all the way
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Peter & Elaine, Lake Macquarie (46).

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All reception staff were excellent, friendly and helpful. Suburban location close to CBD, yet hardly any associated noise. Didn't see a lot of the park as we only used as a base for a couple of days, but looked to be well maintained, will stay here again next time in Cairns.
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Jank (1).

Manager's name is Roz. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($38 2A per night, 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, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, late checkout allowed, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, secure entry, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Quiet, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. 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: Operators were always helpful, nothing was too much trouble. They were frank and honest about what to expect on tours and activities.
Dislikes: Crowded
Parking: None, just park so you don't block access
Added Touches: Free sausage sizzle with free trial SCUBA dives in the pool
Local Information: Closest to the centre of Cairns, shuttle bus to door.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Andrew R (3).

Very well laid out with bitumen roads and paved/concrete sites. Excellent maintenance of gardens. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($23 1A 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 very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, 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, camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, secure entry, book swap available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in average condition. Clean 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: Very clean and tidy, good mini store not expensive, pool area has adventure slides etc for kids, permanents are located in a separate area of park.
Dislikes: Cabins too close to sites tend to be noisy.
Parking: Adequate
Date 09/2010. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Jo Blow (5).

While park itself is quite good there is a problem with the area. It is known locally as Cairns Bronx and while we were there it lived up to the name with a brawl cum riot going on until early morning in the park next door. Average staff friendliness, average staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($27 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is good, 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, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Poor laundry, good camp kitchen, kiosk, secure entry, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Noisy, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The BBQs were clean and covered and the pool was welcome in the heat.
Dislikes: Wrong part of Cairns unless you enjoy spectating at brawls.
Parking: At end of dead end street so street was safe to park.
Date 05/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Rob K, Melbourne (17).

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This park is very close to the centre of Cairns (5 km) and has shopping centres very close by as well as being right alongside a bus route; very convenient indeed. $25 per night for a powered site is quite good value as the showers and toilets are quite adequate, but quite run down. The park is very large but mainly filled with permanent residents in cabins, small homes, and caravans. Some are well maintained, but many are in a very sorry state. Some sites have slabs, but are only suitable for small vans, probably only about 10 sites suitable for larger vans. The sites are just dirt, no cement or grass. These sites are quite large, and very shady, with trees used as privacy screens very effectively. Very narrow access roadways throughout the park, making it quite difficult to park a larger van onto a site, but there is a large parking area right outside the office when booking in. Staff were very friendly indeed, but marked your site on a map, and you were then left to your own devices. A lovely swimming pool, well maintained free BBQs. We stayed about a week and found it very good from the point of view of price and convenience. It is not for the fussy as the rundown appearance of the park, the amenities, and many of the residents' habitations can be quite "off putting".
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Pam and Charles, Brisbane (7).

Friendly staff, average staff response to complaints, staff helped us at the site. Reasonable value for money ($210.00 2A per week, powered, shoulder season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, van parking, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 2). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade. Clean UC electric bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Good distance from city (7Klm), Reasonable cost, friendly, river frontage.
Dislikes: This is a park that has been inundated with dogs, most are good, but as per-the-norm a few let the rest down. Barking dogs drown the tranquillity and barker's eggs (dog poo) is often left on the ground for the next unsuspecting person to stand in. Even after reporting the pile of poo to staff it remained.
Added Touches: Free live music nights with good patronage.
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by A & K Mackay (4).

Park runs along the banks of a creek, set in very leafy rainforest. There are 2 sets of amenities but only one laundry, so from the back of the park the laundry is quite a hike away. Reasonable amenities with shower curtains and bench plus a couple of hooks, with rubber matting in dry area. Plugs supplied in basins. Van and car storage is available ($7 per night and $5 per night respectively), they will take off site and put back on for you. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. $36 2A per night, powered, peak season. We paid $32.40 because of chain discount. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, some unlevel sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, van parking, book swap available, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Basic playground. Clean 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: Amenities are cleaned twice a day.
Added Touches: Turtle and fish feeding in the creek.
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122).

Every second man had a dog. Very nice park, lots of palms and trees. Caravan park follows the river, no mozzies or sandflys. Very crowded during out stay. Dusty. Nice sites, some sites hard to reverse into - managers do help you reverse if needed. TV reception fine, pick up different channels depending on what way you aerial is facing. Turtle feeding down by the river. Morning tea & scones Thursday mornings. Helpful with directions. Clean amenities - need updating but clean. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site Good value for money ($36 2A, powered, peak season). We paid $240 because of per week. 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, paper towels/dryer provided Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, good camp kitchen, kiosk, van parking Peaceful, too much shade, no permanents. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park
Likes: Friendly staff, close to Kuranda Train station at Freshwater.
Dislikes: Would like to be closer to town. Cairns Holiday Park is the closest park to CBD. Hard to find the park - bad signage along the way, if any.
Added Touches: Thursday morning tea.
Local Information: Cairns Holiday Park is the closest park to Cairns CBD. Kuranda Train & Skyrail is a must. Plenty of eateries.
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Brad & Brooke, Broome (2).

Manager's name is Dwayne & Susan Crowe. Sites are a bit tight to negotiate, but the parks staff will guide you in, or put your van onsite if you prefer. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Pool was a great meet and greet place with its covered seated area and TV. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Poor value for money ($34 2A per night, powered, 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by John C. (33).

If you have a Navman or TomTom, put in location 1 Brinsmead Road, Cairns, this will take you directly to the park. Otherwise follow the signs to Rychcliff and this will take you to Brinsmead. (Coming from the South) We actually chose this park too stay at by the reports on this site. The park is located in a 'rain forest' atmosphere, beautiful palms and gardens. Feed the turtles and fish and generally enjoy the ambience of the park. Has a well shaded pool. As we are caravanners, we can't comment on the cabins. A lot of long term stayers when we were there. The majority of the sites have an annexe slab; the site we were on the slab was obviously new. We were offered assistance at the site, as the power was too far away for our van we were kindly loaned a power cord. The only real downside to the park was the distance from the van sites to the laundry. A very well appointed laundry. The irons are pay as you use. If you wish to use your iron, do so in your van. We would respectfully suggest to the owners that a second laundry even with 2 machines, be built (demountable ) on the spare space at the rear of the park. It really is a long distance from the rear of the park. The ramp down to the caravan sites, is a shared path, so caution is required. The amenity block is a little inadequate for the amount of people at the rear of the park, though there are others at the top of the park near the cabins. Other than these couple of grizzles, thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Tour bookings available and van storage is free with some tours. Good camp kitchen. We paid $34 a night. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Sue and Eddy (5).

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 ($32 2A per night, powered, 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, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, small sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point. Peaceful, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park.
Likes: Good amenities and a well maintained camp. Location good and only 7km to City. Great dog walk area along the freshwater creek to a large dog park. Turtle feeding in the creek plus fish and eels - good for kids.
Dislikes: Bit cramped and every sq m is used.
Parking: Waiting bay at office.
Added Touches: Pizza night on Sundays with live entertainment - but long queues. Get in early.
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by KeithS (13).

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Plenty of room when checking in. Pleasant reception. No site assistance offered but not needed as our site was quite roomy. No tourist info offered but plenty of brochures available inside kiosk. This park has easy access to the city via a bus stop almost at the front door. With this in mind it is worth noting that traffic noise was minimal. The grounds are exceptionally neat and tidy with lawns trimmed almost as soon as a guest departed and sealed roads. Beautiful fenced covered pool which housed a bbq although didn't see anyone enter the pool grounds just to use the bbq. A camp kitchen had plenty of amenities for guests to utilise, e.g. hot plates, microwave, bbq, appliances, TV etc. No hot water tap available in laundry and no power point in laundry to use your own iron. Amenities clean but very small with no space to hold toiletries etc. No dry area for changing clothes. Small children's playground and a mini golf course ($3) was available but not used. This park is within walking distance to the Cazalys football club where meals, bingo are very popular. Directly opposite the park is a hotel motel with a Dan Murphy's bottle shop. The one thing that was needed was access to a public phone. Apparently there had been one at the office but that has been replaced by an internet terminal. Had to walk considerable distance and cross busy intersection to actually find a phone. Average staff friendliness. Reasonable value for money ($214.80 2A per week which included the Top Tourist discount). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, there was adequate hot water. Mostly level sites, good night lighting, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites. Basic laundry, no rec room. Quiet, no permanents.
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Wandering Walls (24).

Local Information: Redlynch and Smithfield shopping centres within 10 mins drive. Close to Barron Gorge.

Manager's name is Phil. We have been here since August 2008 to the present. This is a great and very friendly park. Set in very relaxed, out of the rat race although only a few mins from a major shopping center (Smithfield). Most sites are booked during the peak season so you need to book ahead. When busy there are not enough toilets etc to go around and you often have to wait in line even at six in the morning. The staff do try to go the extra mile, i.e. using their tractor to put your van in your chosen site (no stress). Anyone staying here will have a very good experience. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice. Good value for money. 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, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, van parking, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park.
Likes: Great atmosphere, around 4pm grey nomad heaven. Everyone is very friendly and talkative, sometimes it takes ages just to go to the loo etc just cause you keep stopping for a chat.
Dislikes: Not much. It would be nice to keep both amenity blocks open all year, we and other semi-permanents were a long way from the other blocks, especially during the wet season. The manager did allow us to use the disabled toilet in the first block but no security lighting. We used to leave lights on in loo, one for security and two the exhaust fan worked. We were left a note telling us to turn off lights or door would be looked. OK we then left the door open, same result. We had to keep reminding the staff to put in toilet rolls, remembering that at this stage some 10 vans were using this facility. We were then left with a spray bottle and cloth and told "feel free to use". This is the only bitch I have with the park so all in all it's still great.
Parking: Parking available outside in parking bay.
Added Touches: Asian nights on Mondays and sausage sizzle to aid local school. Great fun and cheap.
Local Information: See cairns tourist office, much too much for here. Buses will pick up for tours.
Roads: All good
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Dreamcaster51 (5).

Manager's name is Phil. A most relaxing stay even though the park was full. The roads to some sites are fairly narrow though overall very good. Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($34 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, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, van parking, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 2). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade. Clean UC bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Well maintained. Bus service to the city or to the northern beaches from out front entrance.
Dislikes: For this time of the year, the park is full continually
Parking: Stipulate the size of the van on booking as some sites are quite small.
Added Touches: Asian food night Monday $10, free sausage sizzle Wednesday (gold coin donation), Trivia night
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Kevin R (15).

Stay 7 nights when we arrived at 12:30 pm office was closed till 1 pm for lunch, no sign to tell you to park, nowhere to park in the street so we drove into the park still no parking bay so had to park in a lane hoping we would not be in someone's road. At 1 pm the office opened, the women in the office found our booking, we paid the money, she showed us on a plan of the park were our site was, and her attitude was so cold, in the seven days there we were never saw her again. Poor facilities the park is a dust bowl, no rubbish bins just a industrial bin in the centre of the park. 2 nights out of the 7 police had to be called to incidences at the park. Location is the only thing this park has going for it. With a lot of wok and good management this park could be a real gem but far from it now. Unfriendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Poor value for money ($196 2A per week, powered, shoulder season). Amenities are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, hot water was usually adequate but not when busy, extra charge for shower, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Some level sites, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with annex slabs, shade to most sites. Basic laundry, no rec room, basic camp kitchen, wireless internet is available. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade. Clean UC electric bbq (free). No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Close to the beach on the water front and right in town
Dislikes: No grass lots of sand
Parking: hard to know where to park
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Terry H (1).

A great location - right on the beach at Palm Cove - close to hotels, shops etc.(probably only a 2 minute walk). Council owned - could be a great park if only the council would spend some money. Average staff friendliness, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was lower than expected, good value for money ($22 2A per night, shoulder season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, small sites, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, hard to negotiate into site. Poor laundry, no rec room. Quiet, claustrophobic park, not enough shade, a few permanents. No bbqs, no playground, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Likes: The fantastic location.
Dislikes: Our outlook was a rusty car & the dilapidated back of the residence.
Parking: Parking is on the main road.
Local Information: Jetty is at the front of the park. There are waterfront BBQ's across the road from the park.
Date 10/2009. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Bells, Port Stephens (1).

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Friendly staff. Reasonable value for money ($26 2A per night, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, good night lighting, very few concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites. Basic laundry, camp kitchen, kiosk, mobile wireless not available (carrier used was Optus, reception quality was 1). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. UC gas bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Rainforest setting, abundant wildlife.
Parking: Limited parking at check in which seemed to block access to park for campers already staying at park.
Added Touches: Great effort to establish a wildlife sanctuary with croc and kangaroo feeding sessions each day.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Phil and Gin (31).

Manager's name is Graham & Sandra. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($52 A3 2C, peak season). We paid $40.50 because of Chain discount. 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, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to some sites, no sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, good camp kitchen, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, open & roomy park. 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: This friendly park is located right on the beach and close to shops etc. Contrary to rumours circulating further south, this park is in good condition; only a couple of cabins are still to be repaired after the cyclone.
Dislikes: No real dislikes. Reversing into sites is good and presents no problems.
Parking: Parking bay at office.
Local Information: Nice beach across road from park; jetty for fishing; shops; ambulance station (no local medical centre, closest is Tully or Ingham - Ingham recommended). There are a couple of nice drives up into the mountains. Fishing and boating charters are available locally.
Roads: Good bitumen.
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Bob & Marion Cassidy (23).

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Staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. $30 2A per night, powered, off-peak season. We paid $28. 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, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes or 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, some sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic camp kitchen, car wash, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, open and roomy, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: This is a beautiful park with friendly managers. Cyclone Yasi devastated the town, and the floods 5 weeks later did a lot of damage. Some houses and business in town are still being repaired. The park lost a lot of its shade but palm trees are still standing and small gardens provide plenty of shade at this time of year. Some residents in the town are staying in the park while their houses are being repaired or rebuilt. Lots of parrots chasing each other around the park in the morning.
Dislikes: the trains blowing their horns at night - but not late.
Added Touches: Free scones etc on Friday afternoon at 3.30pm
Local Information: Must go to the Rainforest and Reef Centre, it has great information about the area, the town and the people. RSL in Roma Street is small and they have a new chef who cooks a great pork chop.
Roads: Bruce highway is constantly under repair from the recent storms so take it easy.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Cob and Oma (43).

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Small park - 24 2A night for power. Showers are OK and the toilets are part of the shower. They do meals on mostly Wednesday nights which are value for money $15-20 range. Good place to see the limestone caves (3 of). Tours during different parts of the day. We would stay there again as it is off the main road and quiet.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Uneek Nomads (8).

Not recommended for caravans, more suited to tents. Eco Lodge seems to cover a multitude of sins. This park is small and extremely basic. Amenities are primitive and run down (e.g. no shower head on one of the ladies showers). Excuses given by management were that owner wouldn't spend money to upgrade or provide upkeep as people apparently expect an eco park to have only basic facilities. Average staff friendliness, bad staff response to complaints. Poor value for money ($20.00 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to all sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is bad, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, some unlevel sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, hard to negotiate into site, poor water quality. Poor laundry, no rec room, camp kitchen, no wireless internet available., mobile wireless not available. Quiet, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, no permanents. No playground. Dirty pool. Suitable for overnighter.
Dislikes: Too basic, little upkeep, everything in poor run down condition.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Phil and Gin (31).

Behind the Chillagoe Roadhouse, well shaded and grassed but a lot of contractors stay in the cabins and leave for work from 5.30 am onwards. The bbq was wood fired but you had to supply your own wood. Average staff friendliness. Poor value for money ($24 2A per night, powered, peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was inadequate hot water, dry change area, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes or 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, most sites are shaded, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, basic camp kitchen, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open and roomy, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Wood bbq (free). No playground. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a few days, suitable for families.
Dislikes: Hot water ran out by 7.00 pm. There are a lot of contractors in Chillagoe who were staying in the park, they left for work at 5.30 am and were not quiet about doing so.
Parking: Outside reception
Local Information: Chillagoe Caves, Old Copper Smelter
Roads: Road is part dirt and part bitumen but in good condition.
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor (Shakazulu) Melbourne (131).

Manager's name is John and Mary. They have a sign up in the amenities saying you can't fill your water tank because it costs them money for the water but when I told him the toilet was running continually he seemed resentful of the comment. I have said the price is reasonable but that is only in comparison of other parks in the area in reality all you get for your money is use of the site and amenities and no other facilities. Average staff friendliness, bad staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site. Reasonable value for money ($210 2A per week, powered, 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, dry change area. Adequate number of tourist sites, some unlevel sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to most sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, claustrophobic park, too much shade, no permanents. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more.
Dislikes: Roads are rough, only one rubbish bin station in park. Lights are turned off at 9 pm. Park is only 11 yrs old but is very basic eg no bbq, camp kitchen, playground, rubbish bins in only one site etc
Added Touches: Definitely nothing for nothing in this park
Local Information: Fishing on wharf, lots to see in area, lighthouse museum, botanic gardens, lion's den pub. Crocs in every waterway be careful, we have seen 3 crocs in three days.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Ed and Kyt (13).

Manager's name is John & Mary. Site not level with water running back through annexe when raining, manager rude and unhappy when asked permission to move sites although park was virtually empty, rate is way too high for off-season for a basic bush park, only one wheely bin for the whole park, no night lights after 9pm, bad security, people wandering through park to access bush at the rear, manager upset if bathroom light left on at night, manager complained if too much firewood used in BBQ, only one washing machine for all guests, no camp kitchen as manager does not want backpacker types, hand wash provided but only one handtowel for all to use - unhygenic, no cabins, could not recommend this park to serious caravanners and definitely not good for backpacker/camper types. Average staff friendliness, bad staff response to complaints Poor value for money ($30 1A per night, powered, off-peak season). We paid $26.25 because of 8th night free. 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly unlevel sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, no sites with annex slabs, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by. Poor laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Quiet, claustrophobic park, too much shade, no permanents. Dirty wood bbq (free), dismal bbq area atmosphere. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Quiet area
Dislikes: Dirt/Sand roads, bad drainage on sites,
Parking: None, cars only
Added Touches: Nothing
Date 09/2010. Park Rating 1.5:
Report submitted by Jo Blow (5).

Nice little park with lots of trees, beautifully clean amenities. Only a small park, and sites aren't terribly big so if you've got a huge van maybe not the place for you. Owner/managers take personal interest in each guest, make sure you're happy at your site, and so on. There's a fire pit area with seats and firewood provided. Good value, and we didn't get sandflies (and Cooktown has a reputation for them). Happy hour get-togethers were very popular. No pool or playground, perfect for those who like their caravan parks free of screeching kids! Lunch at the Top Pub was beyond expectations, lovely fresh food.
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Kal (26).

Great reception and we were escorted to our site, assisted in to it and then were given a full run-down on facilities and local information. Van sites are shaded and large. Pool area is lovely. Unisex amenities - toilet, shower and vanity in each - very clean. Walking distance in to the township where there is plenty to see - especially if you are a Captain Cook fan. View from Grassy Hill is worth the drive from Cairns. The Lions Den Pub, near the Black Mountains should be on everyone's Bucket List.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Sue & Peter Hackett (12).

Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money. We paid $33.50 because of chain discount. 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, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, basic camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, car wash, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Beautifully maintained and very well managed. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice with a package of information given at desk.
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Cob and Oma (43).

Average staff friendliness, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($32 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, car wash, dump point, van parking, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC electric bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park.
Likes: The sites along the perimeter were large and shady.
Dislikes: Not really a dislike but a comment. The park provided shower/toilet combo which is great as long as they are not all full, then there can be a rather long wait for the toilet. The disable toilet was locked. The car wash cost $5 and there was strict regulations that no car or vans could be washed on site although it was a grass site. The $5 per wash became a little extra cost on top the daily rate for those who had boats which needed to be washed down.
Local Information: We hire a tinny for 4 hours the best price so far and even caught some fish.
Roads: Need to be aware of the cows on the road driving to and from Cooktown as they use it as their own thoroughfare to move from one hillside to another.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by S, S and S (40).

Manager's name is Ken & Wendy Nicolay. Some BBQ's separate to the camp kitchen were electric and had a charge of $1.00 all others seemed newer and were no charge. This park is beautifully maintained and very well managed. It sets an example for many parks albeit a little more expensive than some. 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 ($31.50 2A per night, 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. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, very few concrete annex slabs, 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. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean UC gas/electric bbq (see above), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is open to the sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Excellent amenities made up of a series of complete ensuites in one large building with the laundry in the centre. No gender, each bathroom with shower, WC and hand basin and lockable. Mop and brush facility in each also and beautifully created and maintained grounds - so peaceful
Dislikes: $5.00 charge to use hose to wash car (No car washing permitted on site) even though there are no water restrictions
Parking: Ample parking
Local Information: most people would find ample to keep them busy for 3 to 7 nights
Roads: Excellent 'developmental road' all the way from the south.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Peter & Elaine, Lake Macquarie (46).

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Manager's name is Barry Noyce. Small park (25 sites) but has a good pool and is close to all pubs, clubs etc around the corner. Like all Cooktown parks - way too expensive for wet season. Pizza restaurant at front of park, great meals 50m away at Top Pub. No TV in camp kitchen area. Very basic. Can recommend this park to caravanners and backpacker types or families looking to take a break. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice Good value for money ($30 1A per night, powered, off-peak season). We paid $25.70 because of 7th Night Free. Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to all 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, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, very few annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, basic camp kitchen, secure entry, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (20c), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Friendly managers, good pool, close to pubs & clubs. Italian & pizza restaurant at front of property. Walk to shops in town and Saturday markets.
Dislikes: Noisy on Friday nights with top pub bands. Indigenous persons in adjoining park, fights and screaming after pub. No tables and chairs around pool, facilities shared with the pizza restaurant patrons.
Parking: Outside reception but tight squeeze.
Date 11/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Jo Blow (5).

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Manager's name is Mary. Not recommended for families as pool is unusable in bright sunlight, playground adjoins entry road and is not kid-safe with no fences or gate, swings with rocks against legs to hold them down, kids play items too close together. Average staff friendliness, staff offered tourist advice. Poor value for money ($25 1A per night, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, very few concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, claustrophobic park, too much shade, a few permanents. Dirty wood bbq (free), dismal bbq area atmosphere. Basic playground in poor condition. Clean pool, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Quiet area, lots of birds and wildlife.
Dislikes: Too many trees, pool not covered, poor quality BBQ's, no rec room, no camp kitchen, no contained open fires at site, sandflies & mossies in abundance. Rate too high for off season.
Parking: Good parking area.
Local Information: Lots to do in Cooktown.
Roads: Excellent road to Cooktown from Mareeba, Cairns.
Date 10/2010. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Jo Blow (5).

Manager's name is Mary. Tidy Bush Park close to the centre of town. Friendly staff, staff helped us at the site. Reasonable value for money ($30 2A per night, powered, 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families.
Likes: Ambience
Dislikes: No camp kitchen
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by John C. (33).

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Going north watch for sign to beach on right after Silkwood on a bend in road, easy to miss. The location right on the beach is reason enough to stop here, some sites are 30ft from being on the beach but can be a bit uncomfortable if there is a south-east'r blowing. There is nothing here, no shops, just a few houses & the park but it isn't far to Innisfail or Tully. The toilet block is kept somewhat clean but is the oldest, most decrepit I've seen, water is only available to some sites so fill your tanks before going there & remember their water isn't potable. You could consider this park to be in serious need of some TLC but the location makes amends for the old state of facilities. Friendly staff, average staff response to complaints Poor value for money ($28 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, poor water quality. Basic laundry, basic camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 2). Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Kjay (64).

Manager's name is John and Julie. This is a quiet little van park with few cabins. There are just a couple of en-suite sites, around 40 powered sites and quite a few unpowered sites. At least one row of sites has absolute beachfront views. Water is not potable and should be boiled before use. Otherwise the park is very pleasant with adequate shade, friendly staff, has a small kiosk/shop that serves evening meals, seconds from the beach and 15 mins from a creek for the fishos amongst us. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($28 2A per night, powered, peak season). 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, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, poor water quality, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, kiosk, car wash, dump point, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Beautiful beach right alongside the park. You are allowed to wash vehicles and vans. Very quiet. Many guests are repeat visitors who come for months at a time and socialise with each other (quietly).
Dislikes: No potable water. Some sites have quite a slope to them (though most are OK).
Parking: Not really, but only one car and van combo can enter the waiting area at a time.
Added Touches: Fish cleaning table. Boat ramp right next door.
Local Information: Many opportunities for land and boat based fishos. Nice pub not too far away at El Arish. Almost rural setting - the town is very small and quiet. Close to numerous tourist attractions in Innisfail area.
Roads: Road is bitumen and in reasonable condition but crosses the railway tracks for cane trains in many places - exercise caution.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Away (1).

Manager's name is Peter & Sally. When we stayed the park had only been opened a week after having been closed for two years. The new owners had done a tremendous amount of work and cleaning. There was still quite a few things that weren't working like power heads. But they ran out leads where required. They've given the exterior of the amenities a quick coat of paint to spruce up the overall appearance a little. They have a massive job ahead of them, but I believe that in two years or so this park will be first class. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Poor value for money ($30 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was inadequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Poor laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC wood bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Location in the middle of the village and the friendliness and 'can do' attitude of the new young owners
Dislikes: Run down, but that was to be expected after being closed for two years and the previous owners failure to maintain facilities.
Parking: Park just around the bend in the road.
Roads: Excellent scenic drive on bitumen road.
Date 08/2010.
Report submitted by John C. (33).

Manager's name is Paul Weise. The setting and amenities of this park are 5 Star but as a result of a very uncooperative and rude management, and damage to our van upon leaving our site - with park assistance - we will not rate this park. Upon arrival we were not happy with the size and position of our site and when we asked if we could move to another site which would be easier to negotiate we were told NO. One park employee was sent to help us get onto our site, which he did very well but unfortunately he was not on duty the day we left and the chap that helped us was obviously not as experienced thus resulting in damage to the back of our van as it hit the tree. Every van we saw come in had tremendous difficulty in getting onto their site. Apart from that the park is right on the main road from Cairns to Port Douglas it is exceptionally noisy and the site sizes are small and very difficult to get into. If you are game enough to stay here you need to book well ahead as the regulars book up to two years in advance during the winter peak season. Prices vary depending on where you are; beach front sites are $6.00 more than the back ones where we stayed. If you come during the stinger season - November to May - there is a stinger net enclosure at the northern end of the caravan park. If you want to pick up all available TV channels you can hire a coax cable from the office, this we learnt from other visitors in the park - the information was not given to us on arrival. There are no lifeguards on duty on the beach outside the park but they are on duty 500m up the beach. We would definitely never stay here again and would certainly not recommend this park to anyone else because of the managements attitude to our damage. Average staff friendliness, bad staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($34 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, all level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans over 18ft, annexe slabs to most sites, some sites are shaded, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, basic camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Noisy, claustrophobic park, not enough shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq ($1), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for month or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Immediately a van leaves, the staff are there to wash down the concrete slab, sweep the area around the site, water the site, put clean bags in the rubbish bin of which there is one to every site and generally prepare the site for the next visitor. Work in maintaining the park is constantly being done.
Dislikes: Too close to the road - noisy noisy noisy. In spite of paying a reasonably high site fee you are charged to use the BBQ, and you are also charged a credit card fee of 1.5% for Visa/MasterCard, 3.5% for Amex, and 4% for Diners.
Parking: Outside reception
Roads: Bitumen
Date 07/2011. No rated due to problems with management.
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor (Shakazulu) Melbourne (131).

This was a real find thanks to this website. Lovely gardens, grassy sites, well set back from the highway, pet friendly, and, most important to us, able to take our big rig (33' 5th wheeler van plus long wheelbase Chev tow vehicle). The only slightly tricky bit was the turn left through into the sites past the office, but it was ok, just a little unexpected and we'd not lined up the best for it. Do note that the dump point is not far past there on the left and there is no circuit road around the park, so it would have been much easier for us to dump on the way in before we got to our site, but the lady was walking us to the site at the time. If I'd been shown a map, I might have sussed that out and suggested we dump on the way in. As it was, we had to do some fancy moves using one of the small side tracks to get our holding tanks on the correct side on the way out, but it was possible. Our site was massive (they said they'd had a 38 footer in and for once, I believe them), with stacks of room for our slide-outs on both sides. We were up the back at the top of a slight slope but the site itself was flat and just near the lovely little cascade that gives the place its name. The pub next door serves huge and delicious and well priced meals too, so that's worth a night off cooking. We don't tend to use many of the other facilities such as camp kitchens etc so can't comment there. I tend to use our in-house loo etc, but Adrian strolled over to the amenities and said it was nice. The only minor grumble was that the lady seemed a bit keen to see us go, arriving at our site at 9.55am with the refund for the amenities key in hand. We were packed and just hitching up, ready to move to the dumpsite, but it wasn't so nice to feel rushed off. Good value at $27 per night in a busy season.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Jenny and Adrian (19).

Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($25 2A per night, peak season). 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, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, van parking, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. No playground, no bbqs, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Proximity to a beautiful beach, friendliness of park residents. Good fishing off beach.
Dislikes: Signs prohibiting emptying cassettes in toilets or on site. Nearest dump point is at Ingham, 18 kms away.
Parking: Plenty of parking space. Office is closed permanently and all inquiries are to the Bottle Shop of the Hotel, which is on the site.
Local Information: Meals at Hotel.
Roads: Good
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Art & Flis (5).

Park is run as part of the hotel/motel operation and seems rather a poor cousin of same. The hotel has recently been redeveloped by new owners. This included building a deck area where the pool used to be - no pool now. Plans were to build a resort on caravan area, but this has so far been shelved. The caravan park office has been closed, and it can be hard, if arriving before hotel opens at 11am, to find someone to book you in. Fees for powered site, 2 adults, are $25 per night but the weekly rate is a very reasonable $150. There are 25 sites with slabs, site size ranges from just adequate to very spacious. There are 5 extra grassed sites. The power is not working to some sites, so a very long power lead is needed for those. The amenities seem to have had a fresh coat of paint but otherwise are run down. Only 3 of the 5 toilets in ladies are working. Cleaning is done daily, but is superficial e.g. soap holders in showers are not wiped, dirty marks remain on walls, dirt build up in corners. There is obvious smell from septic/sewer. There are 4 washing machines in the laundry, and 2 driers, but very inadequate clothes lines. Most people seem to rig their own drying lines. The location is superb, right by an excellent beach, and one puts up with the seediness for this. It seems the majority of occupants had come for lengthy periods and return each year. We stayed longer than intended, because the beach and bush setting were so pleasant. There are several signs asking campers not to empty cassettes etc in the toilets, but I would have liked to also see signs asking dog owners to clean up after their pets - too many left piles in the grassed area designated for tents.
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Wendyv (11).

We've stayed at this park frequently since 1999. It now has new owners and they've moved most of the permanents out (the wisdom of which is open to debate as the long-termers were never a problem and actually contribute to the overall friendly feel of the park). Curiously, the jump in price to $25.00 per night (powered) is not linked to any improvement in caravan park facilities - the hotel side has been revamped but the park is clearly on the "back burner". The main feature of the place is the location - absolute beachfront - and the fact that they still allow dogs. Average staff friendliness. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($25.00 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, small sites, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room. Peaceful, open & roomy park, no permanents. No playground, no pool. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Access to a great beach. Other customers were friendly.
Dislikes: One usually expects the increase in prices to match some completed improvements - the amenities block appears to be adhering to some mystical heritage style listing as it seems untouched in ten years!
Date 05/2009. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Bellboize (18).

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Manager's name is Fred. If you like bush parks then this one is for you. This is an ECO Tourism Park set in 40 hectares of natural bushland with powered sites and good water. Very friendly staff, no complaints, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($25 2A per night, powered, peak 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, sites will accommodate large motorhomes or 5th wheelers, no sites have annex slabs, most sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, basic camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open and roomy, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Although the sites were not well defined, Fred showed you to your site and explained all the facilities and emphasised that we did not have to leave early the next day.
Parking: As you drive in office is on the left hand side.
Local Information: There is plenty of birdlife, wallabies, and many bush walks in the nearby Bowling Green National Park.
Roads: Usual Queensland roads - bumpy
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor (Shakazulu) Melbourne (131).

The park is home to large numbers of wallabies and other wildlife. The management also set out strict rules on noise and behaviour. All of these issues contribute to a quiet and peaceful stay. Average staff friendliness, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was lower than expected ($16.00 2A per night, peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to all sites, cleanliness was average, 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, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites. Basic laundry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, No permanents. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more.
Likes: About thirty mins to Townsville CBD. Cheap as chips.
Dislikes: Serious lack of toilets and showers. The 2+2 (showers/toilet cubicles), at least in the male side, makes this park best suited to vans with onboard facilities.
Roads: The dirt driveway from the Bruce Hwy should not deter, however the 40 kph speed limit needs to be respected to avoid stones being tossed about and your van covered in dust.
Date 06/2009. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Bellboize (18).

This park is located in what started life as a nickel mining village. The mining has largely declined to leave the town as somewhat of a curiosity, still with excellent facilities such as a school, police station, rural transaction centre, Centrelink agency, hotel, swimming pool and golf course. During our visit, probably half to two thirds of the houses and available land in the town was for sale. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($22.00 2A per night, powered, peak 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, dry change area, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, very few concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. (carrier used was Optus Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Congenial bbq area atmosphere. No pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: For those seeking a very quiet park in a quiet town, this park is excellent value. The amenity block is particularly good - beating many others in bigger and busier parks. Other than the hotel, there would be little nightlife in the town, but the peace and quiet are adequate compensation. Very peaceful and relaxing, walking distance to hotel
Dislikes: Be warned, the supermarket closed some time ago and, other than some basics, you'll need to arrive with your shopping already onboard.
Roads: Beware of the road (and the fuel prices which are savage at the least) as its about 245km N of Charters Towers and well inland from the coastal towns. The road is being constantly upgraded, but several sections (used also by road trains) require you to move off onto the dirt shoulder. Best travelled in daylight and during dry weather.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Bellboize (18).

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Manager's name is Jodie. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($23 2A). We paid $20 because of weekly discount. Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is bad, there was adequate hot water, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, kiosk, disabled facilities, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Basic playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for month or longer.
Likes: We have a 26 foot motorhome with a trailer with a car, boat and boat trailer on the back and with this all set up had heaps of room on the site. Right on the river. Plenty of fish and mud crabs in river. Two boat ramps in park. Managers really have their heart in it.
Dislikes: Nothing that we would not be prepared to overlook, bit of a walk to amenities and gravel roads
Parking: They put you on site then have you come back and pay.
Added Touches: BBQ every Friday night
Date 05/2011. Campground Rating 3:
Report submitted by Ed and Kyt (13).

This small park just off the highway in Home Hill is a good place to stop for a few days to see the Ayr Home Hill district. Fishing is top notch in the Burdekin at Rita Island or at Groper creek & if you have a boat it's even better. The park is constantly being cleaned, mowed, watered etc & even though the toilets are old they are in very clean condition. This park is far and away better than stopping in Ayr or Alva beach in my opinion. It is wise to book ahead as the park fills early in the day. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice. Good value for money ($20 2A per night, peak season). 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, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: If you are wanting a swim then the council pool is right next to the park & is free
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Kjay (64).

This is a very quiet small Council park. The amenities are very old but very clean. The young couple who have the lease on the park are very nice. The council pool is next door and has free entry for caravan park guests. A lot of travellers would consider this to be just an overnight stop. However we were here in 2008 and stayed a week at a cost of $85.00 for 7 nights. This year we are only staying 3 nights at a cost of $20.00 per night but I am sure they would have a deal for 7 nights. It is a very grassy park as there are no water restrictions here. The sites (mainly drive through) are quite level, the park is well lit at night, water pressure good, paper towels provided in the amenities. There is a free gas bbq and a gas ring at the front of the park (no camp kitchen). We would recommend this park as a place to just chill out if travellers need a rest. There is not a lot in the town but Foodworks and IGA Supermarkets are here as well as a hot bread shop. The pub down on the corner has very good pub meals at very reasonable prices.
Report submitted by Anne Keyes (4).

We never actually stayed here but looked closely at it today. It is a free camp limited to 48hrs. It is around the info centre and has hot showers, toilets and a camp kitchen with 2 bbqs and 2 sinks and several tables and seats. The camp kitchen is one that a lot of parks which charge $30 per night would envy. The amenities also would put a lot of chain parks to shame, both for construction, maintenance and cleanliness. There is room for around 20 vans to park. A really well set up area which connects directly with the main street of Home Hill. Suitable for overnighter.
Date 05/2011. Campground Rating 4:
Report submitted by Ed and Kyt (13).

Manager's name is Craig and Kate Parker. Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($27 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, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Very friendly staff. Quiet location and lots of shade
Parking: Enough room for two to three vans
Local Information: Wallaman Falls to the west, Hinchinbrook Island and Lucinda for the fishermen to the east.
Date 01/2012. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Den NQ (11).

It has certainly been well commented on how helpful and friendly Craig and Kate are, and we agree wholeheartedly. We stayed for a month working in the area and had a great time there. The pool is now up and running after the cyclone and was a great way to finish the day, further improvements to water and power connections to some van sites were in progress when we left. The facilities are clean and comfortable, and we will definitely be back. Wallaman Falls is sure worth a look, and Jourama Falls is a nice shaded spot for a picnic and swim (about 20kms south of Ingham).
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Cath & Al (1).

Neat little park, nearly all drive through sites, most with concrete slab. Sites are a good size and well separated by bushes. Good amenities with soap, paper towels and plugs. Roomy showers with curtain and barrier so dry area stays dry, dry area has bench and several hooks. Nightly rate is $29 2A powered, weekly $174. Small book swap. Pool was undergoing maintenance while we were there, so can't comment on facilities or cleanliness.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122).

I certainly have noticed a number of glowing reports on this park by contributors to this site and my wife and I can only add to the comments already published. To both Craig and Kate, keep up the excellent job you are both doing. This park was a very pleasant stay for us but unfortunately while we were there my wife took ill for a number of days. The courtesy and compassion shown by both Kate & Craig during this time highlighted their attitude and passion to running this park. The uncertainty of our departure date was not a problem for Kate and we can only say a big thank you Kate for making this extended stay a memorable one for more reasons than one. We will look forward to another stay here in the future. Thank you Craig and Kate.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Phil & Mavis (1).

Manager's name is Craig and Kate Parker. Craig and Kate are the most friendly and helpful park managers/owners. They made us feel very welcome. This is our second visit to this park. Very clean and tidy amenities and grounds. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($29.00 2A per night, powered, 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, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: The friendliness of Craig and Kate and their young son Sam.
Parking: Adjacent to the office with lots of room.
Local Information: Wallaman Falls is a must see. A trip to the coast to Lucinda sugar loader, Forrest Beach and Halifax. A lovely deli in Ingham is JK's in the main street for great coffee and deli items.
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Duncan and Prue (2).

Manager's name is Craig & Kate Parker. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($29 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: friendly hosts. Lovely clean & well kept park. Easy to get into sites with slabs.
Parking: Plenty of parking at reception
Local Information: Good base to visit Wallman Falls (highest single drop in Qld), Halifax & Lucinda with its 6km long sugar loading jetty. Ingham has some lovely old buildings as well as a very unusual cemetery well worth a visit
Roads: Bruce Hwy was in fairly good condition after having so much rain
Date 04/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Howard (The Duck) (1).

Nice park, friendly and knowledgeable staff, reasonable price ($27). When I phoned, I was advised that there were sites at the front big enough for our big 5th wheeler (33' long with slide-outs both sides) and there was. The receptionist suggested we take a closer look and choose which of sites 1 or 2 (or another down the back) we preferred (1 was a bit wider and easier), before we paid, so that was helpful. The sites are drive thru and we were able to choose which way it was easier to enter and exit the site. The site was shady and the trees were high enough, and far enough apart for us to fit easily. We are happier without a slab so we can park in the middle of the site so this grassy spot was ideal. Being right at the front of the park we would have the most highway noise, but it was minimal, as the park has its own access road between it and the highway. Facilities were a bit of a hoof away, but clean and pleasant, and I enjoyed a good shower and hair wash there (I usually use the one in the van). The camp kitchen, rec area and pool all looked clean and well maintained but we didn't use them. The dump point wasn't accessible for a big rig like ours though, but we didn't actually need it at that time. Perfect place to spend a few days to check out Wallaman Falls (Australia's highest, and the lookout is only a few m from the carpark), and the other delights of the Ingham region such as the Lucinda loading facility, the Victoria Mill, and don't miss the new cemetery in the cane field. The old one on the way into town was quite interesting too.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Jenny and Adrian (19).

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Manager's name is Paul & Gretta. I have visited are far N Qld from Adelaide 3 times, choosing to stay in this park each time as it is just out of town, few permanents, more relaxed with less mozzies and sand flies, yet central to access surrounding areas such as Paronella Park. It has has a great well lit camp kitchen and bbq area, wide open spaces of flat, well kept green lawn, all surrounded by acres of sugar cane. After 2 inches of rain, no slush. Kookaburras can be heard in the distance each morning. Simply beautiful. Excellent park for long term peaceful stays. Showers have new heads but the hot water is still hot. There's internet available, very soon to become wireless. Taps, bins and power adequately provided. All good value for money. This last time with my partner, we stayed in our camper and then had a few nights in an ensuite cabin. The cabin was clean and all needs, toasters/irons etc were catered for, had ample room and an outdoor setting under the car port roof. Hot water and pressure, again, no problem. When ready for sleep you could hardly hear the Bruce Hwy nearby where as in our camper, it was a lot more obvious. Paul and Gretta and their staff are friendly and willing to give tourist advice, they couldn't do enough. I'd come again. Friendly staff, average staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($24 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, soap provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Basic playground in good condition. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, toddlers catered for. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Wide open spaces, no mozzies, friendly staff, plenty of hot water, no tourist hype, good for peace lovers.
Dislikes: The only thing is the road noise which dissipates towards the night.
Parking: Car park near the office available
Local Information: Central to access Paronella Park and the Table lands.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Shane Kelly, Normanville SA (1).

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Park is very clean but sites are too close to trees that rubbed up against the van all night. Putt Putt area was not well looked after. Staff was not very friendly towards us, don't know why. Only stayed one night. Unfriendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($36.00 2A, off-peak 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites. You can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade. Clean UC gas bbq, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Beach across the road.
Dislikes: Sites too small.
Added Touches: Sausage sizzle on a Wednesday.
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Winnie Wanderers (9) .

Manager's name is Andre. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($198 2A per week, powered, 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, soap provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, secure entry, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Organised happy hours, roasts and BBQ's. Mini golf and opposite beach. Great cafe with fabulous eat-in or take-away fish & chips.
Added Touches: Free nibbles and finger food at happy hours.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by John C. (33).

Manager's name is Andre Nurzenski. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($33 2A per night, powered, peak 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, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good rec room, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, secure entry, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. No playground. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Park is over the road from Ocean, just drop a line in. It is out of Innisfail so very quiet and relaxed atmosphere
Dislikes: Some sites are tight
Parking: Plenty of areas you can park while waiting to check in
Added Touches: Happy Hour once a week and either roast or BBQ once a week and I think only in peak times
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Our Donnie (86).

Manager's name is Andre. Great park. Well worth the visit. The best amenities we have struck in our travels over the last 18 months. The management could not have been more helpful. Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site. Good value for money ($29.00 2A per night, off-peak season). 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. No playground. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for month or longer.
Likes: great park right across from the beach. The manager Andre was very friendly and could not do enough for you
Added Touches: provided fish frames to catch crabs etc.
Local Information: Paronella Park, Johnstone croc show, Manu Walk
Date 05/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Dutchie (3).

Manager's name is Andre Nurzenski. Friendly little fishing park amost right on the water. Follow the signs to the Crocodile Farm and keep heading east. Wonderful ocean views, and nice clean beaches, though swimming is definitely not recommended. Good fishing area. Boat ramp close by. Good base to explore the Innisfail area and southern parts of the Atherton Tableland. Paronella Park and Mamu Rainforest Canopy Walk are well worth a look. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was higher than expected, reasonable value for money ($33 2A per night, powered, 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, basic rec room, kiosk, dump point, secure entry. Quiet, claustrophobic park, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Large well appointed amenities block. Very scenic locality. Great fish and chips shop just up the road. Secured entrance boom gate.
Dislikes: Barking dogs in park were a nuisance. Sites were very difficult to negotiate, especially in pouring rain which is typical of Innisfail in January. No sullage points to sites.
Parking: Room for maybe one small van .
Date 01/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Den NQ (11).

Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($29.70 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, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, small sites, very few concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, basic rec room, kiosk, dump point, secure entry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, a few permanents. Dismal UC bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: The park was one way traffic from boom gate arrival area to exit at the other end of the park, peaceful and quiet atmosphere yet only a short pleasant drive to town and good management
Dislikes: Tightness of some sites, no sullage to many sites and poor drainage in wet weather that is common to the area
Parking: Ample parking
Added Touches: Happy hour each Wednesday with free snacks and some Saturdays a carvery ($9) meal at a 'meet and greet'
Roads: Good all the way
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Peter & Elaine, Lake Macquarie (46).

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Manager's name is Margaret. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($20 2A per night, powered, 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, dry change area, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, dump point Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park.
Likes: By far the best kept park that I have encountered during my 7 week trip in Queensland
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Clare S (1).

Manager's name is Margaret. One of the best supplied camp kitchens I have seen, everything supplied except your food and drink. Made to make the campers comfortable. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($25 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, soap provided, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, late checkout allowed, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families.
Likes: Easy going, very clean amenities, easy walk to town. do not feel watched all the time regarding the dogs. staff very friendly nothing too much of a bother
Dislikes: Some sites get a bit boggy in the wet.
Parking: Easier to park on road opposite tourist info centre and walk in.
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Rox (15).

We stayed here some years ago, the place was packed, the cafe was serving meals from dawn till very late, the pools were heavily patronized which is the reason for stopping, the park overflowed into the paddock next door, but sadly it is no more. The new manager was not to be seen, the cafe had a sole backpacker looking after it & taking bookings for the van area. Gone was the hordes of people eating & drinking at the tables & chairs both inside & out. The pools were quite neglected & in serious need of a major cleaning & refurbishment, toilets had no paper & were not cleaned while we were there; the van parking areas were just a dust bowl, & whilst there was no shortage of water there was nobody to tend to the grounds or even to go round & empty the garbage bins. You could say this place is quite run down & not worth stopping anymore even for the thermal pools. Average staff friendliness, average staff response to complaints Reasonable value for money ($27 2A per night, powered, shoulder season). We paid $25 because of pensioner disc. 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, very few annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, basic camp kitchen, kiosk, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Dirty pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for overnighter.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 1.5:
Report submitted by Kjay (64).

Manager's name is Gary. Very friendly staff, staff helped us at the site Very good value for money ($27 2A per night, peak season). We paid $25.50 because of seniors. 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, soap provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, poor water quality, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, basic camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, kiosk, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families.
Likes: Thermal springs in park included in price. 6 pools of varying temperatures. Under new management who I'm sure are determined to make the park a success. New owner owns adjoining cattle station and has also bought the pub next door. For the fossicker there is topaz available on the property owned by the manager.
Dislikes: No phone service, no TV and no internet available but apparently a new tower is coming. No dump point available at the moment but being worked on.
Parking: Plenty of room to park while booking in.
Added Touches: Courtesy bus to pub even though it is only on the other side of the creek.
Local Information: Hot springs are the main attraction. $10 bbq at pub 2 nights per week meals available every night. Topaz fossicking available
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Ed and Kyt (13).

An average caravan park but with the added advantage of the fabulous hot springs. There are six pools in the caravan park and the hot spring alongside it. A really unique place and well worth a stay. Average staff friendliness. Reasonable value for money ($25.00 2A per night, powered, peak season). 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites. Basic laundry, camp kitchen, kiosk, no wireless internet available., mobile wireless not available. Quiet, no permanents. Clean heated pool. Suitable for few days.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Phil and Gin (31).

The pools in the parks were reasonable with each one a different temperature. Amenities were awful. Run down and dirty. Park is on the market and any new owner would need to inject a large sum of additional cash. Friendly staff. Poor value for money ($25.50 2A, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, very few concrete annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Poor laundry, no rec room, kiosk, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. Clean heated pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: A new owner with a 'can do' attitude.
Dislikes: Dirty and rundown amenities.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by John C. (33).

This park is very basic and only stayed because of Hot Springs, but don't have to stay here, nearest parks are Ravenshoe or Mt Garnet. There is notdry areas in showers, very cramped. Toilets appear dirty, but are just stained due to the minerals in the water. Very friendly staff, staff helped us at the site. Reasonable value for money ($25.50 Seniors, 2A per night, peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, kiosk, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Dirty UC bbq, dismal bbq area atmosphere. No playground. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: There are a number of pools some outside for kids and an adults only area inside with 3 pools at different temperatures. Ability to use mineral pools as often as you like.
Dislikes: Very basic and our site was right next to a tree with Minor birds nests who insist on dive bombing us, we had to rig up barriers to stop getting attacked. Site we had also proved difficult to leave and had to asked for other gate to be opened as we did not have enough room to turn the van around to get out the other gate. Most other sites were ok.
Parking: Plenty of parking while checking in.
Roads: Coming for Ravenshoe ok, but if coming from Lynd Junction then lots of roadwork before Mt Garnet, signs say it will be finished June 2011, but can't see that happening.
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Our Donnie (86).

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Caretaker is Les. Found this park by chance. Went for a look as we had plenty of time. Were intending to stay a couple of nights and ended up staying 4 weeks. No permanents, very friendly people staying at park. Great spot if you like fishing. No shops for groceries so make sure you take plenty with you. Can purchase paper, bread milk and some other grocery items. Take aways shop and fish shop. Hotel opening at end of July 2011. Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($19 2A per night). We paid $125 wk because of weekly price. 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, dump point, book swap available, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. No bbqs, no playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families.
Likes: No road noise although the boaties were a bit noisy at times early in morning. Right on the beach, good fishing, walking along the beach.
Dislikes: No shops in the immediate area although there is a service station with essentials. There is also a bus one day a week into Innisfail at a reasonable price.
Added Touches: Bus at a price, boat ramp, fish cleaning table. Sand under feet on beach front sites.
Local Information: Many places to visit around this area
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Winnie Wanderers (9).

We only found this park be sheer chance. We knew of the other two, but happened across this one while checking out the town. This is a council owned caravan park with the manager living on site, a friendly soul who is quite happy to show you to a site. $19.00 2A powered site. No bookings are taken here, first come first served and cash only payments. Only a small park, with the front row of grassed sites absolute beachfront, with two rows of sites behind. The middle row of sites are nearly all drive-through with some sites in this and the third row having concrete slabs. Most sites are reasonably level and there is a goodly amount of shade. Water pressure to sites is adequate. The amenities are a little worn, but kept quite clean with plenty of hot water available and a dump point at the rear. There is no pool, playground or camp kitchen. A very basic park, but a great location, almost next door to the boat ramp and a large park with BBQs and playground a short walk away. The King Reef Cafe serves great meals and the hotel, a short drive away, is also popular. This park is for the mature traveller, is quite peaceful and being beachfront makes it quite an attractive proposition. Many fishermen use this park as so handy to launch a tinny. One could stay here a few days or a few weeks. We would never have found the park through any of the caravan books etc, not listed anywhere.
Date 09/2010. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Pam and Charles, Brisbane (7).

Local Information: When the tide is down it is possible to walk out about 1km to the reef. Many fishers launch their boats in front of the park.

Manager's name is D Copeland. Definitely book ahead for this park in peak time. Park is part of the hotel and motel, there are 65 sites. It is right on the beautiful beachfront, there are 8 beachfront sites that are booked all the time. We had a grassed site near the motel and pool, unfortunately a tour group was at motel and were noisy very early and very late. There was no problem with the hotel. The beach is beautiful for long walks and lovely warm swims once the tide is in! The atmosphere of this park could be improved by a friendlier attitude of the regulars that are there for an extended time. Average staff friendliness. Price was higher than expected, reasonable value for money ($30 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs to some sites, very few sites are shaded, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, dump point. Noisy, open & roomy park, not enough shade. Clean UC bbq, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park.
Likes: closeness to the beach
Added Touches: Free BBQ Tuesday nights
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Stockos (64).

Small, friendly park offering a great weekly price of $165. Managers and then owners most helpful. Weekly sausage sizzle and morning tea. Great 25m pool and good play activities for kids. Amenities were adequate. Camp kitchen with bbq, stove, micro and TV. Walk to beach. Can walk to King Reef at certain low tides. No real shops, couple of takeaways and service station has some basics. Local motel does nightly $25 3-course meals and $10 bbq on Sunday. Definitely would stay again.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Ges (14).

Manager's name is Markus & Kay Mosey. This park is very well managed with very friendly staff. The camping sites and amenities are very neat and clean. The camp kitchen is well equipped and clean. The children's play area and pool is very well equipped. The jumping pillow in the playground and the floating platform in the pool is fantastic fun for the children and they are very well maintained. After spending four nights camping in very windy and stormy weather our camp was destroyed. The managers were very helpful and generous by allowing us to move into a cabin at very reasonable rates. This pet friendly holiday park is one we shall return to and recommend to anyone wishing to have a relaxing holiday. Ph:
Date 12/2010. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Barry & Jenny Ehrke (1).

Small, friendly, well managed clean park. Good sites, clean camp kitchen and huge pool. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($30 2A, powered, peak 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, Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 1). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Excellent playground. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Well managed, well maintained and clean.
Added Touches: Put on free sausage sizzle and morning tea.
Local Information: Good meals at local pub
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Rudi van Hardeveld (1).

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Manager's name is Fred and Roka Welch. A nice, friendly, small and pleasant park with lots of grass and adequate shade. A great place to get psyched up for a run up the Cape (York) or to unwind when you come back. Also, conveniently located between Mareeba and Cooktown. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($27 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to all sites, 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, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, car wash, van parking, book swap available, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. No playground, no bbqs, no pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: A small personal caravan park where we had direct access to the proprietors daily, great toilet/shower facilities. We were able to do our own thing and choose our site, after a 'tour' of the park with the manager. An oasis of green and trees in an otherwise dry environment.
Dislikes: Toilet/shower facilities could benefit from hand towels or a drier. Facilities are very new and excellent.
Parking: No, but limited parking off the street while checking in. However, the street is not busy.
Added Touches: Not applicable, given the location and small scale of the park.
Local Information: Great 'gateway' to Cape York and a short distance (about 83km) to Cooktown. Free truck & car underbody wash down facility on the highway only 500m away. Local general store with supplies, coffee and food, fuel, etc across the road. Roadhouse on the highway
Roads: Good bitumen road access on the Mulligan Highway from Mareeba in the south and Cooktown in the north.
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Mike & Helen J (6).

Manager's name is Fred and Roka Welch. There's not a lot to do in Lakeland, but we'd almost come back just to come to this park. The newest shiniest cleanest amenities block we've seen, fabulous people, environmentally friendly everything, the best grass we've pegged into. Also if you are heading up to Cape York these folk will store your caravan for you so when you come back dusty and tired you've got a home to come to. Enormous camp kitchen also. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($25 2A per night, powered, peak 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, soap provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Managers, pristine amenities, close to shop/fuel
Added Touches: communal campfire set up with wood provided
Local Information: Lakeland is the gateway between Cooktown and Cape York road. Didn't try the local motel/pub.
Roads: Blessed relief after Cape York corrugations
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Kal (26).

Manager's name is Lionel & Liz. The park is on the market, but current owners have achieved a lot. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($22 2A, 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, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No pool. Suitable for a week or more.
Likes: Ambience and owners. The well equipped shop and cafe etc.
Dislikes: Need to make better use of their pressure sprayer around the park.
Local Information: The park is located 3Km from the lake, but the lake itself is the prettiest we've ever seen in Australia. A must visit destination.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by John C. (33).

This is a small, quiet, eco style park on 9 acres. There are approx 10 van sites with slabs and some good shade. 5 cabins on the road level. It is an ideal place for campers on a lower level near the large pond. There are ducks, geese, hens, chickens and roosters roaming throughout. Amenities are old but well maintained and spotless, and close to most sites. Shower cubicles have shower curtains. The owners are extremely friendly and more than helpful with maps and info of the local area. Internet is available $2 for as long as you like in the dining area of the reception/shop/craft and gift store. Fuel including diesel is available at normal prices. Beautiful Lake Eacham is a 1klm walk away. Lots to see and do in this area. Tarzali Lakes to see the platypus. Lake Tinaroo, Lake Barrine , Hasties Swamp. The Gallo Dairy is a must. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($22 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Added Touches: Allowed open fire by pond.
Local Information: Good meals in nearby town of Youngaburra
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Stockos (64).

Manager's name is Cheryl & Peter Skene. This park is quite large and spacious but very old, amenities badly in need of renovation. TV reception was poor. Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($30 2A per night, powered, shoulder season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, good rec room, car wash, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Large sites and concrete slab, good walking track nearby and very close to the ocean. Having 2 blocks you could use one amenity block while the other was being cleaned.
Dislikes: the old amenities and no dry area for getting dressed. Only one hand drier
Local Information: Was approx 27kms drive to Ingham, where there was quite a bit to see and do with very good shopping facilities
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by John & Maude (8).

Nice tidy surrounds with friendly permanents and staff. Amenities are another question all together. Friendly staff. Poor value for money ($25 2A, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is bad, there was adequate hot water. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with concrete annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Poor laundry, no rec room, kiosk, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. No playground, no bbqs, no pool. Suitable for overnighter.
Dislikes: Dirty third world toilets and showers.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by John C. (33).

Manager's name is Barry and Kylie. The new managers Barry and Kylie have done a marvellous job in the short time they have been there. We have been visiting the park for the past few years and noticed the large amount of unsavoury permanents taking over the place, so what a lovely surprise to return and see they have all gone, along with their so called homes. The park is looking neat and tidy, it is a fairly large park with lots of concrete slabs at the top end with a big paddock separating it from the Falls end, which has a few large sites and camping areas; the sites would easily accommodate large rigs. There are 3 toilet blocks, all clean with good water pressure and soap and towels, also a games room, laundry and bbqs. Barry and Kylie are very friendly and go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable. The park is only a short walk to the lovely little town of Malanda which has all the services you would need. Also access to the Falls is via steps from the park. Suitable for short term or long term stays with very reasonable rates. Well worth a visit and central to all the Tablelands has to offer.
Date 01/2012. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Bob and Mavis, WA (1).

Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($24.00 2A, unpowered, peak season). 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, some level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites. Basic laundry, camp kitchen, no wireless internet available. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Great location. The park is surrounded by the gorge with swimming holes, nature walks, wallabies everywhere to feed.
Added Touches: Open fires allowed at sites.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Phil and Gin (31).

Nice little camping spot within a privately managed nature park. Only about 10 powered sites but heaps of room for unpowered. The gorge area has walks, wallaby feeding (popular with the kiddies), bird aviaries and swimming is allowed in the creek. Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($14 2A per night, powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed, good camp kitchen, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Bird life and walking trails, it's nice being out in the bush.
Dislikes: Small amenities block could be a problem in peak season (don't know when that is though).
Parking: Tricky negotiating the day visitors!
Added Touches: Quite a few fire pits; management happy for you to pick the site that suits you.
Local Information: We didn't fancy the other caravan parks in Mareeba, though noticed later heaps of vans in the rodeo grounds. Coffee in the area is fantastic!
Roads: Road to park is fine, a bit narrow in places but no problems we found.
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Kal (26).

Caravan park is in Rodeo grounds. Very friendly staff, no complaints. Very good value for money ($98 2A per week, powered). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, all level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes or 5th wheelers, no sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, late checkout allowed, dump point, van parking, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open and roomy, not enough shade, no permanents. No pool, no bbqs, no playground. Suitable for a week or more. Suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Enormous area, lots of opportunity for happy hours! Kangaroos show up in the late afternoon, and graze - and sometimes fight - around the caravans. Balloon flights sometimes land in the camping grounds. A great early morning sight.
Dislikes: Small number of amenities for huge number of sites, but seemed adequate when we were there, most larger vans/buses/5ths having own shower/toilet.
Parking: Find a site and come back to office at 4pm to pay.
Local Information: TV reception is good on all channels. Autogas available locally. Good Restaurants, Leagues club good for lunch, $7. RSL club lunch $10+. Both provided good meals. Coffee Works is best coffee tour in area. Very friendly reception. We got a 'seniors week' special - 2 for 1 - $17, which also gave us a free re-entry card valid for a month. With the tastings of coffee, liqueurs, and chocolates, came out of there with quite a buzz on. And we could go back every day for a month. Free. Note: Be careful with the free re-entry card. Some have tried to get in on a borrowed card. They now demand photo ID at the gate.
Date 09/2009. Campground Rating 4:
Report submitted by Del's Travelling BYO (3).

Manager's name is Steve Hopgood. This is very much a contractor/backpacker park but quite okay for a couple of days. Very unfriendly staff, staff offered tourist advice. Reasonable value for money ($24 2A per night, powered, peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was inadequate hot water, dry change area, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Inadequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans over 18ft, annex slabs to some sites, some sites are shaded, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, basic camp kitchen, disabled facilities, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open and roomy, not enough shade, too many permanents. Clean gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a few days, suitable for families.
Likes: On the Barron River and close access to town
Dislikes: Very uneven sites. Hot water ran out by 5.00 pm
Parking: Outside reception
Local Information: Wineries, Coffee Works (excellent)
Roads: Bumpy bitumen
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor (Shakazulu) Melbourne (131).

Park is attached to Paronella Park and offers one free night stay when you buy entry to Paronella ($36 adult). Don't know what rate would be if you stayed longer, suspect very few do. 16 powered sites, maybe half have a concrete slab. Sites range from tiny to huge enough for a fifth wheeler, so make sure they are aware how big your rig is when you book. Nice new amenities block, showers don't have curtain but have a half wall, reasonable size dry area with bench and several hooks. No mop supplied so floor gets dirty quickly. Fancy looking built-in plug in basins doesn't stop the water from running out. Park is well lit at night until 10:00 when the lights go out, you need a torch after that. If you are going to Paronella Park it is worth staying here as it won't cost anything extra, plus you can easily go to the evening tour which is worth doing, as well as the day tour.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122).

This is not a general caravan park, it is just a place you can stay overnight to take in all the park has to offer. In high season it is one night stay only and cost us $64, this includes the powered site for two with day and night tours included and free access to park at other times. Park entry is also valid for 12 months. The caravan park should not be rated as a normal park, but for the amazing work that has been done. There are now excellent new amenities. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($64 2A (included park entry & tours) per night, peak 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, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by. Good camp kitchen, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for overnighter, suitable for families.
Likes: Paronella Park is the one of the most amazing things we have seen. Jose Paronella was a man before his time and a visionary. It is a credit to the owners of the park to help realise Jose's dreams.
Dislikes: Hard to negotiate sites in and out
Parking: Out the front
Local Information: The highlight is Paronella Park itself. Has to be seen to be believed. It is a must if you are coming this way, but need to book a site if staying over in advance. There is a coffee shop with meals etc and souvenirs.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Our Donnie (86).

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Manager's name is Lauren & Michael. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($140 2A per week, peak season). We paid $130 because we stayed 3 1/2 months. 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, good camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean wood bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere. No playground. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Valerie & Tony (2).

Just wanted to add to the 2 previous recent contributions as they are almost my opinion except that most of the permanents have gone home due to their homes are finished being repaired and tradies going home for the Christmas break. I only met 2 permanents, 1 of them are still waiting to move back to their home in Tully. Visitors have to expect more tradies back in the area in the new year for a few more months. Also, not many parks offer a price for 1 person, this park does ($25) and stay for 7 nights pay for 6.
Date 12/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Brendapetal (1).

Full marks to the towns folk and authorities for the clean up after Cyclone Yasi. However, people like us who travel in off peak periods do not expect to be slugged $34 per night for an average van park. The proximity to the beach in November is of no real benefit in North Queensland given the stingers and the heat. Mission Beach is overrated there are much better beaches south of Bundaberg without stingers this time of year. Friendly staff. Poor value for money ($34 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is bad, there was inadequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, kiosk, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, too many permanents. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Well grassed and shady area at the rear of the park, peaceful and cooler in dry times and away from the permanents.
Dislikes: Mens shower dial tap adjustment ensured that if you wanted to mix a little hot water into the cold, the water pressure would blast you out of the cubicle. Cold showers for me but thankfully it was in the middle of November not sure what the nomads do in July.
Date 11/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by CC & R Brighton Qld (7).

This park has a casual atmosphere. Many of the guests stay for several months, most have car toppers and fish near Dunk Island. The beach in front of the park is lovely and sandy and not overly populated. The area was decimated by Cyclone Yasi but the clean-up has removed most of the debris and the trees and palms are rejuvenating. Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($33 2A, powered, peak season). are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, basic camp kitchen, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC electric bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool. Suitable for month or longer.
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by S, S and S (40).

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Some people had to have tractor to help onto site, getting out can be a challenge but help is at hand. Lots of people stay for 3 months each year and some were a little exclusive, Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($41 2A per night, powered, peak season). We paid $38 because of chain discount. Amenities are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, kiosk, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC bbq. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park.
Likes: Good location, Cassowaries walking around the park.
Dislikes: Each van was very close to the next but it was peak so should be expected.
Parking: Park out on the road.
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Cob and Oma (43).

Manager's name is Chris & Steph. Chris checked us in and barely had a smile or a thing to say, but his father helped us on site and he was very friendly and chatty. Average staff friendliness, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($82.00 2A per night, powered, peak 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, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, camp kitchen, dump point, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Even though it was school holidays our area of the park was quiet. The park was clean and tropical in appearance and it was an easy walk to the village.
Dislikes: We had to run our electric lead across the front of the site next door to reach the electric supply (there was no one on that site, but there would be in really busy times). Their claim to being opposite a beach might be pushing the imagination a fit far. The beach is on the opposite side of the road, and through a park which is approximately 150m wide. Definitely no beach view if that is what you are looking for.
Parking: There was room for parking in front of the park as well as being able to stop on the driveway.
Local Information: The Mission Beach Village is a very short walk away with its restaurants, bars, PO and newsagent. There is also a small supermarket. Bingil Bay is to the N and Wongaling Beach and South Mission Beach to the south. There is a boat ramp almost opposite the park and a bigger ramp/jetty about 10 mins away.
Roads: Bitumen all the way with lots of signs to slow down because of Cassowaries crossing.
Date 09/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by VM (2).

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, good value for money ($36.90 2A per night after TT discount, powered, 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, small sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Car wash, dump point. Peaceful, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (pay), 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, toddlers catered for. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: We stayed at a time when we southerners appreciate Mission Beach and there are many who spend months there as we hope to do in future. The price may not suit everyone but we found those there to be a great bunch and many little "happy hours" seemed to happen spontaneously all across the park. A few things stand out as personal "likes": First there seemed to be few midges at dusk which is strange since the park is right across from the beach and that's unusual in FNQ. Then, the friendly way we were assisted into what was a tight site, could only be described as very welcoming.
Parking: There were a couple booking in when we arrived and as we had phoned ahead, we were taken straight to the site with a "Come back and pay us when you settle in" - nice touch!
Added Touches: The local surf club (or was it the Scouts ) ran a sausage sizzle one night a week that was a hit with many
Local Information: It doesn't get much better than Mission Beach with nice golden sand and the backdrop of Dunk Island about 5km offshore. Tully is a short drive away and apart from the small shops at Mission Beach there's a new Woolies about 6km away. Day trips to Dunk Island resort are a must but you'll need a tinnie for fishing.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Roslyn & Neil (1).

This is a lovely park and many people stay for weeks on end. The park has immaculate grounds and is well maintained. At $36.90 after the Top Tourist discount it is not the cheapest but the well maintained facilities and location make it about right. It is on the main road in Mission Beach but it is not busy and any road noise is minimal. The facilities are older but still very functional. The actual shower is lovely with plenty of water and large overhead showerheads. The shower floors are stainless steel and in good condition. The showers and toilets are clean and recently painted but if they were upgraded this park would be a four to four and half star rating. There are good camp kitchens and common facilities. Flat sites, with concrete aprons, surrounded by manicured lawns and palms. Very pleasant tropical setting. Assistance was provided with manoeuvring onto the site which can be tight. A nice well used pool area. The park is well laid out and no permanents. A professional welcome, not particularly friendly, but OK. A nice little town with a few shops and ferry access to Dunk Island if you are into hiking or beaching. Good fishing from a tinnie out by Dunk. Overall we were very impressed with the feel of the park and only mildly disappointed with the age of the facilities. We would stay for a longer period if there is a next time.
Date 09/2009. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Bluey and Rose, Flagstaff Hill SA (70).

Manager's name is Don and Janene Gray. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Poor value for money ($43.00 2A per night, peak season). We paid $38.70 because of chain discount. 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, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, claustrophobic park, not enough shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), bbq area lighting. Good playground in good condition. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for a week or more.
Likes: Proximity to beautiful beach.
Dislikes: Cramped sites. Too expensive for the sites provided. No assistance parking van on the small sites, narrow roadways within the park. Insufficient parking for vehicles at most sites.
Parking: Plenty of parking near the office.
Local Information: Beautiful beach. Only 4kms to Woolworths Supermarket and Woolworths Petrol Station.
Roads: Good.
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Art & Flis (5).

Manager's name is Don and Janene. One of the best parks we have stayed in. Directly opposite beach and stinger enclosure and not far from supermarket. Manager/owners have park on the market but are maintaining high standard of service. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($31.50 2A per night, powered, shoulder season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, 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, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, van parking, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean 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: Very friendly owners and particularly staff. Close to beach with great views of Dunk Island and very peaceful.
Dislikes: some sites are tight to get into close to office and subject to minor noise during deliveries
Parking: Plenty of space outside kiosk
Local Information: Cassowaries and views.
Date 05/2010. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Rob K, Melbourne (17).

Manager's name is Don & Janine Gray. Average staff friendliness, bad staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, poor value for money ($36.90 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, small sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Excellent playground in good condition. Clean pool, 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: Position to beachfront, well maintained grounds, lovely pool area and clean facilities.
Dislikes: Sites are too small, with no parking space for car so car had to be across front of very narrow sites making it even more difficult for new arrivals to get on sites - simply the sites are only wide enough for van and awning and not long enough for parking at front. Poor lighting in amenities and poor positioning of basins and mirrors in amenities
Parking: Ample space
Local Information: Between South Mission Beach and Mission Beach at Wongala Beach there is now a new Woolworths supermarket and fuel outlet for petrol and diesel
Roads: Good bitumen all the way
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Peter & Elaine, Lake Macquarie (46).

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Manager's name is Debbie Barnes. Excellent park with free full size Olympic pool and modern amenities. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($28 2A per night, powered, 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, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, kiosk, dump point, secure entry, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool, 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 Olympic size pool.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by John C. (33).

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Manager's name is Robert & Jennifer Waterhouse. This is a real bush camp. Management were really good, we were shown to our site and directed onto it by Robert. Could have campfires is you liked. Lots of bird life. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($18 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 reasonable, 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, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families.
Likes: Loved the birdlife & cleanliness of amenities even though old. The owner gives a good talk to group setting each evening and he is a wealth of knowledge on the area, then he takes you for a nature walk, very interesting, all free of charge
Dislikes: Pretty dark at night need torch for loo visits but hey it's a bush camp
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by John & Maude (8).

Mt Garnett is the first town on the Atherton Tablelands travelling east on the Savannah Way. Small town with a general store and service station. Friendly staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($25 2A per night, powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, 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, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, good camp kitchen, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: This is the first park on the Atherton Tablelands travelling east along the Savannah Way. In the warmer season you will appreciate that Mt Garnett is 600m above sea level and much cooler than Undarra or Mt Surprise.
Roads: If travelling east along Savannah Way between Georgetown and Mr Garnett single lane bitumen in part. Need to put wheels onto gravel shoulders to pass approaching vehicles. Please note Road Trains have right of way. Do not under any circumstances force them to leave the bitumen. They have a much more difficult time controlling their vehicle off the bitumen than a caravan. If you cannot control a caravan on dirt then don't drive it in the first place.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by CC & R Brighton Qld (7).

Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($24 1A per night, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good camp kitchen, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Green, peaceful
Local Information: Police very helpful on road conditions
Roads: good overall.
Date 12/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Kevin R (15).

This park is a real 'find' - the staff are very friendly and helpful. Amenities have been partly shut down for the Wet, but adequate for the number here (3 vans and 1 camper trailer during our visit). Great community area - pizza was offered on our first night and was delicious. Free bbqs and lovely pool area. Large shop with souvenirs etc. Cafe was shut for our visit, but expect that as the Wet approaches and numbers are down. Large van sites, privately screened with beautiful trees. Walking distance to the small township. About 55kms to Undara Volcanic National Park. Tours run from here during the Dry. This park deserves recommendation for travellers passing along this way. We paid $24 per night Seniors discount, down from $27. TV reception is poor though perfect in cabins and community room, due to satellite reception.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Sue & Peter Hackett (12).

All pet were well behaved at all times. This park was recommended by other travellers and I'm glad it was. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($27.00 2A per night, shoulder season). 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, 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, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park
Likes: Sing-song around the campfire, this was awesome. Large drive through sites. Excellent Staff. Close to main road but very quiet.
Dislikes: No dislikes.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by A & K Mackay (4).

This park was recommended by fellow travellers. We were not disappointed as the staff were very friendly, the amenities very clean and meals could be purchased on site if required. Hard to fault. TV reception poor. Sites shady. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($27 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 very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, very few annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, basic camp kitchen, kiosk, car wash, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Friendliness of staff, congenial atmosphere in rec room. Everyone in the park were happy and friendly.
Parking: No problems
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by The Ridge (23).

Manager's name is Joe & Jo Lockyer. We stayed here 7 years ago and really enjoyed our stay, so we were interested to come back and see how things had changed. The park has expanded tremendously and has many more facilities such as cafe, bistro, and mini mart but unfortunately the park has lost Joe & Jo's personal touch, we did not see Joe & Jo once during our three day stay. The park is excellent but too commercialised. We were shown to our site but there was no further assistance with setting up etc. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($27 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to all 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, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes or 5th wheelers, no sites have annex slabs, most sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, good rec room, basic camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, car wash, book swap, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open and roomy, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), 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 few days, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The showers are huge and the dry area is totally separate from the shower cubicle.
Parking: Outside reception
Added Touches: Mini golf. On various night of the week they provide different meals. We had pizza which was excellent - a little pricey but one must expect that this far from the city.
Local Information: Undara Lava Tubes Tours, Savannahlander Train trip to Einasleigh Gorge, Cattle Station tour.
Roads: Bumpy strip and sometimes full bitumen
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor (Shakazulu) Melbourne (131).

Manager's name is Joe & Jo Lockyer. We booked ahead and arrived on a Thursday at 2pm, there were 6 vans in front of us waiting to be booked in. The park was very full and we were put at the very back of the park that has been extended. The sites are drive-thru and large and have a nice covering of grass. In a few more years the trees and shrubs between the sites will have grown and will provide better shade. The amenities for the newer sites is portable and there are two showers and four toilets in each, they do not cope in the busy periods. The amenities in the centre of the park are excellent. Park lighting is sparse but all the better to admire the star-show! We did a full day tour of the Undarra Lava Tubes that is run by the park owners, Joe and Jo, and it is one of the best tours we have ever done. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($24 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenities were clean.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Stockos (64).

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Manager's name is Trish & Eddie Wallace. Great atmosphere with a myriad of animals including miniature horses and native bird aviaries. Onsite cafe, take away or eat in and good gem shop display and sales. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice. Good value for money ($24 2A, powered, peak 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Atmosphere and Location
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by John C. (33).

Manager's name is Elizabeth. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($30 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, van parking, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Grassed sites, tropical feel with palms and gardens. One of the better amenity blocks encountered in 5 years full time on the road.
Dislikes: Slight highway noise but not intrusive.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Barra (2).

This park has excellent facilities, an amenity block as good as anywhere in Oz, the site layout is great with plenty of space at each site, most sites have slabs, there are specific drive thru sites for RV & 5th wheelers. It doesn't have any noise from the service station or highway out front. Just a great park, but the owners wife has to have the worst attitude of anyone I've come in contact with in 10 years. I'm sure she hates the world & travelling public as she doesn't have a nice word or smile or welcome for anyone. On arrival & whilst checking in I was almost going to walk away & go somewhere else, her attitude was so bad. We paid $28 per night & if you wanted a drive thru it would be $32, the operators had delusions regards value for money. This park was 2/3rds empty in absolute peak season whilst just down the road was a filthy free camp with no power etc having at least 50 vans in it; another few kms further was another free camp with 40 odd vans there. There must be a lesson here for park operators who think they can price gouge everyone. North Qld is rife with parks who overcharge & these operators can't get the message that their overpricing is making vanners seek free camps. Unfriendly staff. Reasonable value for money ($28 2A per night, powered, peak 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, dry change area, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, kiosk, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The space allowed for each site
Parking: heaps of space
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Kjay (64).

Manager's name is Warren and Jenny. $31 for powered site but $186 for a week. Opposite quiet beach. Very friendly & helpful owners and great assistance onto site. Most sites had concrete pad and shade. Small, compact park and a number of southerners come for winter. Fishing is popular. Mobile phone, internet and TV reception all ok. Good atmosphere and everyone was friendly. Free sausage sizzle on Friday nights. Very small pool and camp kitchen facilities but fridge, freezer, bbqs available to all. Amenities are good, 3 showers seemed to be enough. Soap and paper towel provided. Lots of hot water but being updated while we were there. Can buy bait and icecreams at park but no shops at Newell Beach. Mossman for supermarkets and shopping (approx 6 kms). 2kms to golf course that has meals and good Thai takeaway Thurs-Sat. Good location for Mossman Gorge, Daintree and Cape Tribulation. Booked out most nights we were there.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Ges (14).

This park has lots of plusses but fell short of our expectations. The park is well shaded, it is very quiet (very minimal road noise) has flat sites with slabs and TV aerial provided. A reasonable pool. We experienced a very friendly welcome and were assisted to park the van. We paid a mid season tariff of $32.40 after the discount for two adults. We just after the high season so the park had probably got a belting before we got there. The park had a general feel of lacking investment in its infrastructure. The roads had been sealed but were in poor condition. The showers were old and tired - but still very functional with plenty of hot water. The toilets were similarly tired and water to the toilets was obviously restricted which meant by mid morning most of the toilets were soiled. We had previously stayed in the Coconut Park in Cairns which is a five star job and this may have affected our expectations. The charges were not much less but the quality of the park was very much poorer. Probably would be suitable for most, good for families and be suitable for a long stay, but missed the mark for us. Port Douglas is a nice town, good markets on the beach every Sunday, the trip to Cooktown via a loop coming back on the Bloomfield Track was great and recommended. Don't miss the Lion's Den pub - an Australian country pub icon. The Daintree and Cape Tribulation is worth a couple of days. Didn't make Mossman Gorge as lots of it was closed but we understand it is worth a visit.
Date 09/2009. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Bluey and Rose, Flagstaff Hill SA (70).

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Nicely treed park. Reasonable amenities, showers don't have a curtain but a half wall made from glass, smallish dry area, peculiar "bench" which is just a couple of metal strips, useful only for a toiletries bag as individual items and even clothes just fall through. Don't get a site too close to the amenities block as a very noisy fan runs all night. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. $38 2A per night, powered, peak season. 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, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Not much more than 10 minutes walk into town.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122).

78 powered sites, 19 unpowered sites, 15 cabins. Guest laundry, swimming pool. Amenities block renovated July 2008, new camp kitchen built July 2009, roads re-sealed October 2010.
Date 05/2011.
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Manager's name is John & Gaynor Broomham. Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($180.00 2A per week, powered, off-peak season). We paid $162.00 because of BIG4 Discount. 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, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, ensuite sites available, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, car wash, dump point, secure entry, van parking, book swap available, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. Clean UC electric bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families.
Likes: Pool was very well laid out, with waterfall, only seen one better (Cable Beach Resort, WA). Great sea views of the islands. Spectacular sunrises.
Dislikes: Early morning tractor to pick up and drop off garbage bins was very noisy. Water features smelt of egg gas, some days very bad. Old fronds & coconuts littering water's edge. No kiosk, had to travel 4.5 kms to get bread & milk
Parking: Ample Parking
Local Information: Long way out of Townsville (50+ kms). No close shopping for food etc.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by A & K Mackay (4).

This park has an excellent beach front location and is definitely one of the best parks we have stayed in. We paid $36 shoulder season for a beachfront site ($40 without BIG4 membership) with amazing views for 2 adults, non beachfront powered sites were $31.50 ($35 without BIG4 membership), not a cheap park but very good value for the money. Sites are all large, easy to access, grassed, reasonably level, and all have a view of some type, ensuite sites are available. There are 2 very modern and clean amenities blocks with good hot water and a family bathroom and disabled facilities are available. Good laundries, excellent covered camp kitchen and bbq areas. Pool is of a resort standard with lots of shaded seating. Some small signs of where Cyclone Yasi hit here in February still show on the beachfront but they have done a great job cleaning up. One small dislike is that you have to go at least 4kms to get even the basics of milk and bread. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by The Meadows (20).

Turnoff is not well marked and there is no turn lane from Hwy. There are large sign to warn the caravan park turnoff is coming up but they are not illuminated. This is a great park if you are looking for relaxation and chill time. Managers went out of their way to help us when we had to return to Melbourne unexpectedly and looked after the caravan on power while we were away at a nominal fee. Grounds are park-like. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice. Good value for money ($31.50 2A per night, powered, 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, very few concrete annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, late checkout allowed, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, secure entry, van parking, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No pool. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: This park was one of the best we have encountered for peace and quiet. Until the long weekend. Happens everywhere. BBQ under shelter with seats and table looking out over sea and islands was amazing. Lakes in park are stocked with large fish and eels (no fishing) which can be hand fed with fish food free at office. The kids present were almost as amazed at the sight of the fish as the adults.
Dislikes: Could have been cleaned more often when park was quiet.
Parking: Plenty of parking
Added Touches: Fish feeding. Amazing!
Local Information: Drive to Balgal and walks on the beaches. Fishing.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Rob K, Melbourne (17).

We thought this park was great. It is large and we were fortunate enough to get a beachfront site where our van backed up to the sand. The amenities block is first class. Lots of room in the showers and obviously all very new - some of the best we have seen in seven years of caravanning. The amenities were a little distance from our site but you can't have the view and the convenience. At $36 for two adults (after the discount) it was pretty pricey but you will pay for the location and the view. Friendly welcome. We would stay again and it would be nice for a long stay but just bring plenty of provisions or be prepared to drive a distance to the next town.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Bluey and Rose, Flagstaff Hill SA (70).

Manager's name is John & Gaynor Broomham. A well managed, friendly and relaxing place to stay. All services were maintained to high standard with a minimum of fuss. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($31.50 2A per night, shoulder 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, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, no sites are shaded, 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, car wash, dump point, secure entry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean 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: Cleanliness, peacefulness closeness to water and space
Parking: ample space
Added Touches: Sausage sizzle held each Saturday and was well managed and well attended during our stay. Fresh fish truck comes around twice a week.
Local Information: 45 minute drive to Townsville (south) or less than 30 mins to Ingham (north).
Roads: Good both ways.
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Peter & Elaine, Lake Macquarie (46).

There are now two fully functioning amenities blocks. In the Ladies, this gives 10 toilets and 8 showers. The park is booked out for the coming Townsville Show long weekend, so after that I will be able to comment on how well the facilities cope! The amenities are really clean. Can't fault the current management, or level of care of the place. Much ongoing upkeep. Clearly, much work has gone into repairing any storm damage from last summer. The reception/shop stocks milk, ice. Bread and papers can be ordered for the next day. We have never stayed here before, and think it is great, even though we have had to take a fairly small site - the penalty for not booking ahead at peak times, so park cannot be blamed for that. The swimming pool is just superb.
Date 06/2009.
Report submitted by Wendyv (11).

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This a nice park that is well off the beaten track. The park and a few houses is all that is here. Nearest shops are 8km away or 20 km to Ingham. Great place for fishing or just relaxing. Park is mostly full of long term fishing people who know each other well. We felt a bit like intruders on their space and the atmosphere was not as welcoming as you would experience in most parks at this time of year. Enjoyed a couple of days there though and our dogs thoroughly enjoyed their runs along the beach that is very close by. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($27 2A per night, powered, shoulder season). 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, soap provided, dry change area. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, kiosk, dump point. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool is open to the sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park.
Likes: Large sites which give room for a boat at each one. Close to beach. Clean amenities.
Dislikes: Nothing really. But missed the social side as that was a "closed shop" so to speak. But if we had spent a couple of months there fishing I'm sure that would have changed.
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by KeithS (13).

Its shop/office is the only commercial premises in the village. There are about 35 powered sites, so this is not a large park. Most sites appear to be occupied by people who stay for some time, for the fishing/crabbing. Many have boats so the narrow road in the park can get congested. Suggest phoning to book in advance as during our 5 days here there were only 1 or 2 sites becoming vacant each day. I have rated the park as suitable for month or more - but only if you fish. The sites are quite small and can be hard to get into. Those that back onto the mangrove creek are larger. There were some midges, but not as many as we feared; we heard the mangrove area is sprayed. The pool is fairly small and just a rectangle sunk in a small, fenced in, concreted area, that also contains 2 BBQ's. The amenities show their age, but have been freshly painted and it appears new basins installed. The gardens and grounds are well maintained. We used this park as a base to explore the area, but would have been better off in Ingham. We were disappointed that there was no beach, despite the name. This is not really a park for children as there is no play area or open space for them. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($27 2A per night). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is bad, there was adequate hot water, soap provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, small sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, kiosk, dump point. Quiet, claustrophobic park, not enough shade. Clean gas bbq (free), dismal bbq area atmosphere. No playground. Clean pool is open to the sun, pool area not considered kid-safe. Suitable for month or longer, well maintained park.
Likes: Birdlife. 5 bars on mobile phone and internet modem.
Dislikes: Feels rather squashed. Could not get ABC TV; 7, 9, SBS ok. If you don't fish there is little to do here.
Parking: Park in street.
Added Touches: Fish cleaning area.
Local Information: Fishing in nearby inlet - bank or boat. Crabbing too. Park shop serves as small general store for village as there are no other shops (closest Halifax). There is no ocean beach access at Taylors Beach - the waterfront is a tidal inlet, not the ocean. The inlet is about 500m from the caravan park.
Roads: The road from Ingham is narrow in places. Need to watch for cane trains in harvest season.
Date 06/2009. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Wendyv (11).

This park is about 17kms from Atherton, right on the shores of beautiful Lake Tinaroo. Drive through sites are best. Some shaded sites. Amenities are reasonable, though only 1 of the 4 showers in one of the amenities blocks had a decent shower head. Plenty of attractions within easy drive - eg the Curtain Fig Tree near Yungaburra, the wonderful Chrystal Caves in the centre of Atherton, the Peanut Place (Atherton) and the Coffee Works in Mareeba. Staff very helpful - very small shop.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Sue & Peter Hackett (12).

Nice park, lots of trees for shade (and droppings on your tent). Some of the sites are hard to get into as the access roads are quite narrow, suspect it was designed before large vans were invented. The sites are probably big enough it's the turning that is difficult. We booked on the Discovery Parks website and the transaction was ok and they were expecting us. The receptionist had us assigned to a site and offered us the other vacant sites in case we didn't fit on the original (which we didn't) - no hassles with that. There's a jumping pillow in the kids playground which is great. Pool is really nice as well with a little 'beach' area only ankle-deep. Great location of course, opposite the lake. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money. 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, poor night lighting, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk. Peaceful, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in average 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.
Likes: Jumping pillow! Location is great. Staff happy for you to wash cars on your site.
Dislikes: Big trees dropping pollen everywhere, difficulty negotiating into site
Added Touches: boat and canoe hire
Local Information: Lake Tinaroo in the Atherton Tablelands has canoeing, fishing, boating - recreational heaven! Nearby towns are all 5-15km away so easy to use this as a base instead of moving camp. Tolga nearby has a fantastic bakery, butcher and also The Humpy fruit veg and nuts store.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Kal (26).

Unfriendly staff, bad staff response to complaints. Price was lower than expected, poor value for money ($20 2A, powered, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was inadequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, poor night lighting, small sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, hard to negotiate into site, poor water quality, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point. Peaceful, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere. UC electric bbq (free), dismal bbq area atmosphere. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days.
Likes: close to the lake, great spot for fishermen and women chasing barra and redclaw crayfish. Ground staff were helpful and friendly, unlike management.
Dislikes: the park management have the personality of pit-bull terriers, male host is ignorant and ignores people in the park. Always appears dirty with an apparent bad temper. Don't bother asking him if you have a problem, all you will get is a grunt and be in his bad books for the duration of your stay. My wife asked if there was a chance of having locks fitted to the amenities when she found a man in the ladies shower. Promptly told to 'forget that idea' and was thereafter treated like garbage by the male "host". People walk in off the street to use the showers and toilets. Caravans park opposite and do exactly the same, management apparently don't care. We stayed on the one site for over 2 months and during that time, no lawns were cut. Sites were dirty and unwatered. No maintenance was done after the sites were vacated.
Parking: some of the sites are small and impossible to get a large van into. Staff would have no idea of the size of each site when you book in. Have frequently found a small camper or tent on a drive through site whilst large vans have been sent to a site that is far too small to park or manoeuvre a van. Appears that no record is kept of what sites are occupied as caravans are frequently sent to sites that already are occupied!
Added Touches: Nothing free in this park,
Local Information: Situated on the beautiful Atherton Tablelands, could be a showcase for the region except for management.
Roads: Bitumen roads all the way to the park.
Date 06/2009. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Allott family travelling (10).

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Park is difficult to access as it is part of a Mobil roadhouse. From Ingham there is a slip lane onto a service road to the roadhouse then around the bowser traffic to the park gate. On arrival you must negotiate the traffic in the bowser area then go into the roadhouse to the bookings desk. We were ignored by the young man who served all petrol and store customers no matter that they came in after us. When he decided to acknowledge us he told us that he couldn't help us and he would get someone who could. The lady who arrived was very helpful and friendly but our day had already soured. Jumping pillow left open until late so try to get a site away from it. Blocks of flats next door partying until late on weekend. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice. Reasonable value for money. 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 provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Kiosk, car wash, dump point, secure entry, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Noisy, not enough shade. Clean pool, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days, suitable for families.
Likes: Not too close to town but close to shopping.
Dislikes: Entry and exit is complex and through a very slow sliding gate.
Parking: Parking in driveway of roadhouse blocks entry to park for other users.
Roads: Good
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Rob K, Melbourne (17).

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Lovely park 15 kms outside Townsville CBD. Excellent facilities - well maintained park with ample ensuite type amenities kept clean and well stocked. Grounds well maintained and power/sullage area good quality with light box on top. Very friendly staff. Very good value for money ($245 2A per week, powered, peak season). We paid $190 because of BIG4 Discount and 6/7 deal. 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, ensuite sites available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, book swap available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool. Suitable for month or longer.
Likes: Just a really lovely park. Some nights had entertainment too.
Dislikes: Cold pool - just missed the real 'tropical paradise' by not having a heated pool
Added Touches: Staff were lovely.
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Bob & Al (116).

There are really two sections to this park: the original, all en-suite section, and the newer powered site section (and unpowered camp area). We stayed in the newer section. The sites are very spacious. The individual bathroom layout of the amenities block is excellent. We would stay in this section again because the ensuite sites were much smaller, and were a mix of tourist and long-term residents, so the outlook from some of those sites was a bit scrappy. The comments below refer to the section we stayed in. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($27 2A per night, powered, peak 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, dry change area, 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 some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, dump point. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, too many permanents. Clean UC bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Basic playground in good condition. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Sense of spaciousness. Very clean. Could walk (1km) to Woodlands shops, though not a formed path all the way. Although it fronts the highway, traffic noise was unobtrusive; the occasional train was a bit louder. Convenient to Townsville - a 10-15 minute drive to centre.
Dislikes: Untidiness of some of the permanent sites. Unruly behaviour by some permanent residents.
Parking: There is an area for a book-in queue.
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Wendyv (11).

Approx 22 kms north on Bruce Hway turn onto Black River Rd then 8kms to gate. This could be a great place to stay for some days visiting Townsville, the price is reasonable, the location is a little out of town but the relaxed, quiet atmosphere is a bonus. The operators discourage ankle biters, back packers & any disruptive types; there is no highway noise, train noise or aircraft noise (check out all the other parks on the north side of Townsville they are right beside highways, under the flight path or beside sewerage plants & are much more expensive, $25 per night at this spot or pay 6 get 7). The park is quite large with 70 large sites, more than 1/2 are drive thru, some have slabs but the entire area is flat well laid out & in the planning well thought out. The toilet blocks are as clean as at home even tho they are demountables. The only down side to this place is the grounds are used for horse events & there is the smell of horse poo & urine pervading the entire area; you need to check you're not parking right in the middle of a large dollop of you-know-what. Average staff friendliness, average staff response to complaints. Good value for money ($25 2A per night, peak 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, secure entry, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Security. There is a high chain wire & barb fence around the entire property & key entry after 6.00pm only. Remember this is Townsville & there is a thieving problem in this town. It's expansive openness & lack of crowding. There is no office, the lady owner comes round & collects the fees daily so there is no disgruntled staff issues at reception
Dislikes: The smell of horses
Date 08/2011. Campground Rating 3:
Report submitted by Kjay (64) .

Although it has caravan park in its name it really should be called a campground. Not suitable for children, no rec room, no pool, no tourist information. Good for a quiet day or two, very dog friendly. Friendly staff. Reasonable value for money ($25 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to all sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, no sites are shaded, drive-through sites. Good laundry, no rec room, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Vodaphone, reception quality was 3). Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Large drive through sites
Dislikes: Bit too far from Townsville for sightseeing purposes
Local Information: Visit the RAAF museum, free admission and volunteers do an excellent job
Date 04/2011. Campground Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Grey Area (5).

This park is located within the grounds of the Black River Rodeo Stadium, it has 20 very large grassy drive through sites with some shade trees dotted about. This park is suitable for the more mature travellers as no children's activities here. A very big, but basic camp kitchen with a free gas BBQ. Men's and ladies toilets are located in two separate relocatable type buildings, the showers are off by the laundry and are unisex with about 6 cubicles, but probably some of the best showers we have seen. Huge cubicles, a curtain that copes, lots of hooks, a goodly sized bench and a big rubber mat and plenty of hot water. Clean washing machines and only $2 per load. Cost is a reasonable $25 per night for a powered site with water. They do have a dump point and we found it very peaceful indeed as well off the road. We found it reasonably convenient, a short drive to shops and servos. We stayed 4 days while we looked over Townsville, though it was a 15 minute trip into the city centre. When entering the park, a sign tells you to choose your own site, then later in the day a very friendly lady comes around in a golf cart to collect your money and write a receipt.
Date 09/2010. Campground Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Pam and Charles, Brisbane (7).

Directions from the highway to the park are nonexistent, easy to miss turn when travelling north. Friendly staff, van parking assistance provided by staff. Price was as expected, poor value for money ($25 2A per night, powered Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, large sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, poor water quality. Basic laundry, no rec room, dump point. Quiet, not enough shade, too many permanents. Dismal bbq area atmosphere No playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Only stay here if desperate. This park could only be used as an overflow park in peak season, would not stay here if you had a choice.
Dislikes: Number of permanents, all with savage dogs and bad attitudes. Permanents need to be in a separate section of the park, away from tourists. Tourists and permanents mixed together does not work.
Added Touches: None at all. Power supplies and taps are very scarce in some parts of this park. I think that sullage is nonexistent in most sections.
Roads: bitumen road all the way to the park. Some roads in the park bitumen and some dirt and gravel.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 2:
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Manager's name is Graeme & Charlie (wife). Nice park, well run, well maintained. Some sites a bit tight, but if park is not full, happy to put you on another site. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice. Reasonable value for money ($35 2A, peak season). We paid $31.50 because of School Holidays, plus V8 Supercar races. But we are TT members. 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, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, kiosk, dump point, secure entry, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (pay), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. 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: Close to most shopping centres.
Dislikes: As Army & Navy were conducting exercises when we were there. We loved it, some didn't.
Parking: Check-in lane provided.
Added Touches: Sausage sizzle with entertainment provided every Wednesday night. There is a small donation expected, with proceeds going to Flying Doctor. Some people think it is a free meal and shoot through without paying. But their time will come.
Local Information: Harry's fish shop on The Strand, has best fish & chips in town, also, J.F.C.'S fish chips & take-away at Garbet Central shopping centre is good too. You will also find a IGA Supermarket & Brumbys Bakery in this centre. They are not far from park, on Ingham Road.
Roads: We came East from Charters Towers on Flinders Highway, great road.
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by George and Cheryl (18).

Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($189 2A incl TT discount per week, powered, 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, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, dump point, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Quiet, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Sites are on an angle so when reversing into site, quite easy without too many arguments. Grassed area around van site
Dislikes: I mentioned it was quiet, which the park generally is, but it is close to the RAAF base and while we were there it was nearly every day flying over in jets and helicopters. As this was mostly during the day and we were out, it was not too bad. Having said that, I think anywhere in Townsville you would hear them.
Parking: Room for at least one, maybe two at office to book
Added Touches: Get togethers around fire pit with sausage sizzle I think once a week in peak times
Local Information: Magnetic Island, Pop Sullivans Tours on Lake Ross and Ross River
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Our Donnie (86).

Manager's name is Graeme. This park is located between the Royal Australian Air Force Base, and a heavy industrial steel fabrication works. It is located on Ingham Road which is a road train route. The civilian airport is at the rear, and the park is near the flight path creating continuous high volume noise. Pets are allowed, but during our stay, some of them were not on leashes and roaming free. Complaint regarding howling dogs was met with a laugh, but was attended to. There is no night lighting that was working. Has a swimming pool, the gardens are attended to at the front, lots of palms. No tourist information was offered, though pamphlets available. The sites are angle parking and even. When asked if there was site assistance if needed, was told we wouldn't need it. The amenities, are clean, water hot and pressure good. Not particularly roomy for changing area, ladies were getting dressed outside the cubicles, so the common area was wet. No paper towels or air dryer in male block, no paper towels in ladies, and dryer didn't work. Take hand towel with you. There is a dump point. Many permanents intermingled with travellers. Was disappointed with this as a Top Tourist Park. Don't stay here if you can't tolerate lots of noise and barking and howling dogs. Poor value for money.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Sue and Eddy (5).

Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($30 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, 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 most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, van parking. Open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. UC bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: The van sites are well thought out for the average size van, car combination providing for quick setting up and privacy, the main amenity block was always clean, and the staff at all levels were friendly and helpful
Dislikes: The park though well maintained is let down by rail, road and aircraft noise
Added Touches: Free Sausage sizzle on Wednesday nights
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Vest movers (2).

Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($27 2A per night, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point. Noisy, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, a few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. 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: This is a well managed, well equipped and maintained friendly park with easy to park sites that keep good distances apart
Dislikes: Road traffic noise from busy street on front of park this park would be rated much higher except for the early morning noise levels
Parking: limited to one unit
Added Touches: Well organised 'meet & greet' sausage sizzle each Wednesday evening (donation to Royal Flying Doctor Service)
Local Information: Townsville has many attractions that will keep you busy for as long as you let it, an easy to get around city.
Roads: Good all round
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Peter & Elaine, Lake Macquarie (46).

This is a very nice park in not such a great location (industrial area). But, easy to drive to all attractions which are reasonably close by. Very good amenities and a great layout for the vans. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was higher than expected, good value for money ($210 2A per week, powered, shoulder season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Inadequate 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. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, a few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Excellent layout. Clean and well maintained. Discount with Top Tourist membership.
Dislikes: Location.
Parking: Waiting bay at office
Added Touches: Free BBQ on Wednesday night - meet & greet.
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by KeithS (13).

Manager's name is Kev & Shirley. New managers have just taken over. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($255.00 A3 2C per week, powered, peak season). We paid $229.50 because of Top Tourist discount. 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, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, basic camp kitchen, dump point, secure entry, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, toddlers catered for. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: This park is 8km from city proper; close to shopping centres etc. Good park to use as a base to explore the region.
Dislikes: Some truck noise from Bruce Highway at night but did not disturb our sleep.
Parking: Parking bay in front of office.
Added Touches: Free music and sausage sizzle every Wednesday.
Local Information: Easy drive to top of Mt Stuart (lookout), Castle Hill (lookout) and local regional attractions. Don't miss the Reef Aquarium in town, it is worth the money. The museum next door is also great for kids. A good option is to travel over to Magnetic Island by ferry (20min trip) and hire a car for the day - we called ahead and booked a car for $65.00 including the fuel. Ask about feeding the rock wallabies at Alma Bay.
Roads: Good roads.
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Bob & Marion Cassidy (23).

Manager's name is Linda. Did not enjoy this Park, we probably booked in for too long initially. Park has a large resident snake in the laundry which is not relocated to the bush as it "keeps the possums numbers down". Possum poo from the amenity block roof rafters over the hand basins each morning. Managers unimpressed with complaints. Road noise from Bruce Hwy is extreme especially on front sites. BBQ area very average. Roads dusty. Wont to back. Average staff friendliness. Reasonable value for money. 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Poor laundry, no rec room, dump point, secure entry. Noisy, claustrophobic park, not enough shade, a few permanents. Dirty UC electric bbq (free), dismal bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. No playground. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for few days.
Dislikes: Too far out of town. Dusty roadways, very poor laundry facilities, little vegetation or fence noise protection from very busy highway day & night.
Added Touches: None
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by J.W. (16).

Average park. Good clean facilities, adequate water supply to sites, sullage points at each site. Not a lot of shaded sites. Sites that do have shade have to contend with possums and fruit bats at night. Very quiet at the time I visited. No frills park, good for a few nights while you explore what Townsville has to offer. The only real negative was having to ring three times before I could get someone to answer the phone to make a booking. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($33 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 good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, concrete annex slabs to some sites, very few sites are shaded, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, dump point, secure entry. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. Dirty UC gas bbq (free), dismal bbq area atmosphere. No playground. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Cleanliness of amenities, green grass around sites, quiet surrounds, ease of access.
Dislikes: Office closed early each day. (5pm). Overly officious maintenance staff (may have been having a bad day).
Parking: Limited parking, would fit maybe two or three smaller vans
Date 11/2009. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Den NQ (11).

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Run by the 7th Day Adventists, this is a basic park with basic clean facilities and plenty of hot water. Only 2 washing machines. Some shade for vans but if the park has many visitors, then some would be in the full sun. Temporary managers were wonderful, friendly and helpful. Walking distance to the large shopping complexes. Castle Hill and Mt Stuart both give wonderful vistas over the city and surrounding areas. Magnetic Island only a short ferry ride away.
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Sue & Peter Hackett (12).

Friendly staff. Good value for money ($25.00 2A per night, peak season). 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, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, disabled facilities, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. No playground, no bbqs, no pool. Suitable for a week or more.
Likes: Amenities have just been painted throughout. Price was really good for Townsville were the park owners think they need to make a million every year. Close to everything, right in town. Very roomy atmosphere. This is not really a caravan park but a religious centre which has a huge convention once a year so has powered sites so people attending the convention can park here
Local Information: Lots to do in Townsville. Reef HQ, which is what the aquarium is called is great. We spent almost a whole day here and then went back the next day at no charge to see what we missed. The cost $18 PP. There is an aboriginal culture centre in the same building free entry well worth a visit for a couple of hours. The Imax theatre is also in the same building and is worth a visit. Museum is just up the road $10 PP, good value. The strand is absolutely stunning especially the memorial park which adjoins the marina, just a sensational precinct. Magnetic Island just off the coast is worth a day. Stacks of restaurants all in the same area, 15% discount if you are seated by 6 pm and out by 7. The only disappointment for the week here was Billabong Sanctuary, 17 kms S of Townsville - sign at entry said entry for adults at kids prices due to cyclone. Still cost us $19 each usual price is apparently $30 PP or $27 for seniors. We spent 1 1/2 hrs there and could have seen everything in less than an hour if we had wished. In all very disappointing and definitely would not recommend
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Ed and Kyt (13).

Part of a large Seventh Day Adventist complex. Basic but pleasant park surrounded by houses with a small school in the grounds. Plenty of shade if you park near the amenities. Level, grassed sites, will fit big rigs. Large separate unpowered camping area. Amenities will cope, not enough clothes lines, amenities clean. Some suburban noise, but generally quiet. Managers offered no assistance, not that any was needed as apart from one motorhome we were the only ones there. No playground or pool. Excellent value for money $125 2A for 7 days. Will stay there again. No dump point, there is one at Ross River Dam approx 10km away. Normally re-opens after the wet season in May, except it opened early this year as it has been dry. Average staff friendliness.
Date 04/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Higgi & Bomber (47).

I rang to book today (22/11) and they have already closed for the wet season, re-opening after the wet in April.
Date 11/2010.
Report submitted by Higgi & Bomber (47).

Manager's name is Jodi. Park owned and operated by the Seventh Day Adventist Church, not a commercial park but has most of the facilities that a no frills park should provide. Amenities are quite old, but functional and fit for purpose. There are limited laundry facilities, no BBQs and no children's play equipment or swimming pool. No concrete slabs but lots of grassy sites and some with good shade. Positives are the quiet location and relatively low overnight rate. Some may consider the price a bit expensive given the age of the amenities, but the comparison with other Townsville parks with overnight rates from $7 to $10 more expensive gives this little park a bit of an advantage. Park is closed during the wet season (January to March) because of poor drainage of the caravan area. Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($25 2A per night, off-peak season). 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, dry change area. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. No playground, no bbqs, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Quiet location, shady grassed sites, low overnight rate.
Date 11/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Den NQ (11).

Manager's name is Jodie and Jack. This park is a gem. Backs onto the Ross River which is a wonderful recreational area with lots of walkways, picnic areas, gardens etc. Fenced off dog exercise area with agility equipment is within walking distance. Walking distance to Stockland Shopping Centre. Very central location. Not a commercial park so very much no frills but its location and quietness far exceed that so if you looking for something quiet and central this is it. Not a big park. A well kept secret. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice. Reasonable value for money ($25 2A, powered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. No playground, no bbqs, no pool. Suitable for a week or more.
Likes: Its central location without the traffic noise as it is located in the suburbs.
Dislikes: Amenities block whilst not dirty is very grubby and needs a major upgrade.
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Hansens around Oz (56).

Manager's name is Jodi and Jack Presecan. Good rate and nice place to enjoy peace and quiet. Would have stayed longer if drainage had not been a problem. Suits grey nomads; cost low. If you are self contained with shower/toilet and own washing machine this is perfect. Amenities and washing machines could be a lot better. Friendly staff. Reasonable value for money ($140 2A per week, powered, off-peak season). 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, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless. Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. No bbqs, no playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Large shaded trees to a few sites. Peaceful open space not crowded near the Ross River, we were left alone, walking distance to Stockland shopping centre.
Dislikes: Not suitable for wet season once rains commence due to poor drainage. One washing machine and one dryer(not working). Amenities in need of renovation cleanliness could have been better.
Parking: Large area outside reception
Date 11/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Turtle Tourers (8).

Manager's name is Jodi and Jack Presecan. An excellent park, and surprising find in the Townsville city area. This park is owned and operated by the 7th Day Adventist Church. It comprises a convention centre, primary school, motel accommodation, cabins all on the one huge site adjacent to the Ross River. The walkway beside the river and an off-leash dog park is accessible from side streets at either end of the block which the caravan park occupies. Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was lower than expected, very good value for money ($20.00 2A per night, peak season). 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, dry change area. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites. Basic laundry, no rec room. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. No bbqs, no playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Ticks all the boxes without the inflated prices of some other parks. No-one bothers you, you are left to enjoy the peace and quiet.
Date 06/2009. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Bellboize (18).

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Friendly staff. Good value for money ($38 2A). 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, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, secure entry, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Optus, reception quality was 5). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean pool, kid-safe pool area Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: location great, showers & toilets very nice, Nice atmosphere, nice level & roomy sites with concrete slabs.
Dislikes: thieving almost nightly in the week we were there & talking to people in park it is constant problem. The site map they give you clearly mentions watch out for thieving. This is from people coming from outside the park.
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Greg WA (1).

We rang 8.30am on day of arrival to book a site and had no problems, although I did try the day before and was told to ring the next morning. This is because they allow those already there until 6pm each night to decide if they want to extend their stay. We were happy to use this option twice to stay longer but also would have liked to book in advance. Our site was at the front of the park near the cabins and permanents which was not a problem. The site was big enough to take van and car still hitched. Lots of lovely shade and grass. We were close to the pool and tennis court. The amenities next to the pool are modern and spotless, two toilets 3 showers but never a line-up. There is a very large newer amenities block at the back of the park, spotlessly clean. That is where the bulk of the van sites are. Friendly staff. Reasonable value for money ($35 2A per night, 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, kiosk, dump point, secure entry, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, too many permanents. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer.
Likes: over road from beach
Dislikes: the booking arrangements
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Stockos (64).

This park is a real enigma. The management have a system that doesn't take bookings until the morning you would like to go in. The systems works by you ringing about 8am to get your name on the incoming list. They work out by 10am how many have left and you need to ring back after 10am to confirm whether you have made it in. At $33 a night for two adults - probably about northern Queensland average during the high season. Once you are in you can extend your stay by advising them before 6pm the day before. The park has several major strengths. It is close to the water (just across the road), it is reasonably close to The Strand (an attractive part of Townsville that has pools, water features, bbqs, public facilities, restaurants, lawns etc), it is reasonably close to the city proper (about five kms away) and finally it has very nice amenities. In fact for us, the amenities were the highlight. They were obviously new facilities that have been well planned and they coped well with a full park. The van sites are flat, with cement slabs and there is plenty of water. The park has a small swimming pool and a half court tennis court. It is a good location for bike riders. There are security barriers and lots of signs warning that thieves take holidays too. You might think that the rating is a bit low for all those positives. But the booking system I found unfriendly, the welcome was OK but not friendly (no information was offered about the town and little explanation of the parks facilities). There are lots of permanents up the front of the park and the sites were not particularly well kept. The lighting at night was insufficient particularly because the internal roads are a bit uneven and you need to rely on other vanners lights to find you way. Overall the feel of the park was not welcoming but I would be surprised if it were not full for most of the high season because of its strengths. A lot of people obviously stay for long periods and water the lawns on their sites. We probably would not bother going back and would try something out of Townsville (like Rollingstone - about 50kms down the road) or one of the others in Townsville if we were looking for that big town experience. Magnetic Island is worth a ride on the ferry but not terribly 'magnetic'. Great Moreton Bay bugs at the Rockpool Seafood Cafe on The Strand.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Bluey and Rose, Flagstaff Hill SA (70).

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Signs say no pets, but we saw several dogs so check with reception when booking. Manager's name is Angela & Karl. Reasonable park quite close to town, and surrounded by take away food outlets, with large shopping centre only 10 minutes walk away. All sites are ensuite, with concrete slabs for both annex and van. Small ensuite, shower curtain but no separate shower cubicle, small shelf for unpacking onto. Poor ventilation. Hot water is very hot so be careful, particularly with children. Area between sites is well grassed, but the few palm trees don't provide much shade. Good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. $240 2A per week, ensuite. Sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers. Good laundry, basic rec room, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). A few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (60c), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean 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.
Dislikes: Office is closed between 12 and 3 weekdays, and only open in the mornings on weekends. No dump point.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122) .

Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($40 2A per night, powered, peak season). Adequate number of tourist sites, all level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans over 18ft, annexe slabs to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, open and roomy, a few permanents. Suitable for month or more.
Likes: All sites have ensuites with cement slabs for van, annex and vehicle. Great position close to large shopping complex and plenty of eateries.
Dislikes: Roads within the park are very rough and need to be upgraded. Office hours are very short especially on the weekend. Powerpoints in laundries are on meters so have to pay to use your own iron.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Not So Grays (62).

Site can be difficult to get into if occupant across road is parked out front. Near takeaways, Sizzlers, KFC, etc. Young kids broke 10+ windscreens during the night in the nearby car park and 2 in the van park. All ensuite sites. Average staff friendliness. Reasonable value for money ($40 2A per night, powered). Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, ensuite sites available, hard to negotiate into site, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, good camp kitchen, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Own ensuite, close to town.
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Cob and Oma (43).

Manager's name is Angela Holz. Average staff friendliness, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice. Good value for money ($36 2A, peak season). 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, separate bathroom, soap provided, dry change area, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, car wash. Noisy, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Having your own ensuite and had a large laundry and plenty of line space
Dislikes: The fact that you had to pay to use the iron and nowhere to plug in your own iron to use.
Parking: limited space for checking in
Added Touches: Tuesdays morning teas at certain times of the year, free of charge
Local Information: This park is just a stone throw away from the city and easy to negotiate route
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by John & Maude (8).

Manager's name is Angela and Karl. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($220 2A per week, ensuite, off-peak season). Amenity cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, separate bathroom. Mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to most sites, very few sites are shaded, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, you can use your mobile wireless. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: concrete slabs to all sites for van and annexe. All sites have ensuites. Standard rate all year round. Pool area enjoyable and well shaded. Close to food outlets and shops retail and grocery.
Dislikes: park roads need resealing very patchy and potholes. Reception limited hours: Mon-Fri 8-12am then 3-5.30pm; Sat 8-12; Sun 8-10.
Added Touches: 10% discount nearby Chinese restaurant
Date 12/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Turtle Tourers (8).

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Park is almost all permanents, workers and backpackers, with only a handful of tourist sites, some of which have concrete slabs. Amenities are poorly maintained, with several showers and toilets running continually. Showers don't have a curtain or bench, there is a narrow shelf and several hooks behind the door but in most showers they are nearly all broken. Surprisingly for 'the wettest town in Australia' the park is quite dusty. Gates are locked overnight. Average staff friendliness $27.50 2A per night, powered. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Some unlevel sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Claustrophobic park. Dirty UC gas bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: A couple of minutes walk from town centre.
Dislikes: Men's amenities closed for cleaning between 8 and 9 am. Toilet pedestals are lower than normal, you end up with your knees about your ears. Office is only open from 4 to 9 pm. No hose at dump point.
Added Touches: Bird aviary.
Local Information: Sugar mill tour is fantastic, operates from mid-June to late October.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122).

Average staff friendliness. Good value for money ($24.00 2A per night, powered, peak season). 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, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, very few concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Optus, reception quality was 3). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, too many permanents. Bbq (free). Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Great supermarket/takeaway food/cafe.
Date 09/2010. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Phil and Gin (31).

Large open, well grassed park with nice gardens and large sites. Average staff friendliness. Very good value for money ($24 2A per night, shoulder season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, kiosk, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean gas bbq (free). Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer.
Likes: Openness and general tidiness.
Dislikes: Amenities in need of a good going over from head to toe.
Local Information: Fishermans paradise, but boat ramp and beach are a short drive away.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by John C. (33).

Fairly basic bush caravan park, very dark at night so bring your torch. Reasonable amenities but they are a long way from most sites, showers have bench in dry area and curtain, but drain to a single point so if you drop anything it floats off to the lowest cubicle. Soap and paper towels provided. Large slope, we had all our wood under the wheels and still weren't level. Sandy ground means it is very hard to keep the van clean. $30 2A per night, powered.
Added Touches: Free talks each night - birds, stars, travel etc
Local Information: Certainly worth a visit, we did the full day lava tubes tour which was excellent, plus numerous well sign posted walks. Resort restaurant has good meals at very reasonable prices.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122).

East of Mt Surprise. $30 for powered site. Very friendly staff. Bush setting. Showers were fairly basic. Washing was only $2 but no lines. Camp fire activity each night. Bush walks from reception. 2 hour tour of lava tube cost $47, informative but not that long in tubes. Pool area with some lounges was good.
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Ges (14).

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We stayed here for a week in the off peak season and was a great find. Spotlessly clean facilities and the central shed is unlike anything we have seen - fantastic. Mainly grassed sites, the large sites cater for a large number of motorhomes and buses who stay for the winter. $105 for the week was excellent value. No shade, can get windy. Look at the way the long-term stayers position their rigs to lessen the effects of the wind. Can get muddy on some sites. Excellent long-term base for exploring all there is to do on the Atherton Tablelands.
Date 11/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Higgi & Bomber (47).

Manager's name is Lucy and Terry. There is a wonderful meet and greet "shed", which has a huge open fireplace with sofa's around it, a jigsaw puzzle is always on the go for all to join in doing, there is reading material, tea coffee sugar and the camp kitchen is also in there. The shed is in the centre of the park and all are welcome to do their thing in there. Lucy made us feel very welcome. This park had the cleanest bathrooms we have ever been to. 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, very good value for money ($17 2A per night, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, no sites with concrete annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (pay), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: the friendly feeling in the park, the fact you are made very welcome
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Ann (1).

Manager's name is Denis. This is idyllic for us. Lots of shade, cool breezes, quiet and green. Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($38 2A per night, powered, peak season). We paid $33 because of weekly rate and discount. 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. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, basic camp kitchen, kiosk, car wash, dump point, van parking, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 2). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC bbq, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Very roomy. We were able to pick our own site, we like grass and there was lots to pick from. Part of the park is very well lit e.g. amenities, but there are sections that are dark and adds to the peaceful atmosphere. Beautiful peacocks roaming around all the time.
Parking: parking available just past the reception
Local Information: short walk to the beach for long walks.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Cob and Oma (43).

No longer Top Tourist. Manager's John and Kathy have gone in October 2009. Owner's son Darryl and Kerry are current managers along with Coral who is still there.
Date 01/2010.
Update submitted by Kedron308 (42).

Friendly staff, average staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, poor value for money ($191.50 2A per week, powered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, car wash, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, a few permanents. Dirty UC electric bbq ($1.00), dismal bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Playground in average condition. Clean pool, pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for a week or more.
Likes: Proximity to Daintree and Mossman, location on beach
Dislikes: Untidy appearance, poorly maintained grounds, sandflies and mozzies, poor phone and TV reception on sites
Parking: Ample space
Local Information: A great location for day trips to Daintree Village and Cape Tribulation on good quality roads
Roads: Good all the way from S and N as far as Cape Tribulation
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Peter & Elaine, Lake Macquarie (46).

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Manager's name is Celia. Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was lower than expected, good value for money ($17 2A per night, off-peak period). 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (pay), 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.
Likes: Quiet, right on beach, good fishing, friendly people
Dislikes: Sand in the van
Parking: On road
Date 01/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Crackles (1).

Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($120 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to most sites, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, basic camp kitchen, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Peaceful, open & roomy park. Clean UC gas bbq (free), bbq area lighting. No playground. Clean pool, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for month or longer.
Likes: Everything. We have stayed here on 2 occasions and have found this a very friendly park, management excellent and very helpful with both tourist and general local information. Sites for large Motorhomes & 5th Wheelers.
Added Touches: Contained open fires are allowed at some sites, boat ramp nearby
Local Information: Plenty to see in the area, close to Cairns. Yungaburra is a lovely village that has all you need.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Lyn & Ron (1).

Manager's name is Amanda and Kris. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($20 2A per night). We paid $18 because of weekly discount. 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, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Inadequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families.
Likes: Sited on a peninsular in Lake Tinaroo, leave your boat in the water in front of site. Heaps of big redclaw crayfish, and big barramundi. Close to Yungaburra
Dislikes: It's a very basic park, which never bothered us but may turn some people off.
Parking: Park outside park at check-in
Added Touches: Allow contained fires, boat ramp at park. Leave boat in water
Local Information: Lots to see and do in area. We intended to stay for a few days and ended up being there for 5 weeks
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Ed and Kyt (13).

Friendly lady at reception gave assistance upon arrival. We were unsure of how long we were staying and were told, "Just pay when you leave". Very friendly staff, staff helped us at the site Very good value for money ($20 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to most sites, very few sites are shaded, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Vodaphone, reception quality was 1). Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Nice view over lake, excellent if you are boaties and excellent value for money. Good base for exploring area around Atherton
Dislikes: We are self contained but at peak times shower facilities would not be adequate
Parking: Plenty of space opposite park
Local Information: Crater Lake and Dinner Falls are not to be missed, bit of a walk but well worth it
Roads: Good road all the way to park
Date 04/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Grey Area.

This is a strange park that might have been something else in the past. Friendly management helped us onto site. On a peninsula surrounded on three sides by Lake Tinaroo so great for walking and fishing. Too far to walk to town. Swimming pool. The amenities are old and tired, but tidy. Can be a long walk to amenities for some sites. Very good value at $20 per night for powered site for 2. Easy drives to Malanda and Atherton. You may enjoy this park more if you have your own shower and toilet.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Richard and Maureen, Bungendore NSW (60).

There are two amenity blocks, one reasonable and the other poor. Average staff friendliness. Reasonable value for money ($20.00 2A per night, powered, peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to some sites, very few sites are shaded, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Optus, reception quality was 2). Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. Clean pool. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Location is great overlooking Lake Tinaroo. Tidy park.
Dislikes: Old run down amenities but that's reflected in the low price.
Local Information: Just a few kms to Yungaburra which is a lovely place to be near to.
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Phil and Gin (31).