Australian Caravan Park Reports - Eastern and North-Eastern SA

Australian Caravan Park Reports
South Australia
Eastern and North Eastern

Lake Bonney Holiday Park, Barmera (DFP)
Berri Riverside Caravan Park, Berri (DFP)
Bordertown Caravan Park, Bordertown (DFP)
Cobdogla Station Caravan Park, Cobdogla
Coonalpyn Soldiers Memorial Caravan Park, Coonalpyn
Keith Caravan Park, Keith (DFP)
Kingston On Murray Caravan Park, Kingston OM (DFP)
Lameroo Lakeside Caravan Park, Lameroo (DFP)
Loxton Riverfront Caravan Park, Loxton
Morgan Riverside Caravan Park, Morgan (DFP)
Paringa Caravan Park, Paringa
Pinnaroo Caravan Park, Pinnaroo (DFP)
BIG4 Renmark Riverfront Holiday Park, Renmark
Riverbend Caravan Park, Renmark (DFP)
Punyelroo Caravan Park, Swan Reach (DFP)
Waikerie Caravan Park, Waikerie (DFP)

Lake Bonney Holiday Park, Barmera Lakeside Drive 1.5 km west of post office. Located on the shores of Lake Bonney. Easy to find as well sign posted from the main highway (not to be confused with the nudist caravan park also in the area). Ph: 08 8588 2234 or 1800 034 828. Pets at manager's discretion. Family Parks member.
This park is located in a beautiful natural setting on the lake front and is close to the centre of town. It is a very large park with numerous tourist sites and some holiday permanent type structures. Management were hard working and the grounds were well presented. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money; we paid $20.70 with the chain discount 2A powered. There are several amenity blocks and all were spotless. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, 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. Most sites have a view of the lake which is very scenic. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, kiosk, secure entry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere. Excellent playground in good condition. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: A lovely setting and value for money. Good amenities and management. Easy walk to town.
Parking: Park outside the office.
Added Touches: Jumping pillow for children, boat ramp.
Local Information: Barmera is a nice town. The football club has good value meals on Wednesdays & Sundays. Good local produce for sale and some winery visits worth doing.
Roads: Good sealed roads in all directions.
Date 04/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Toto.

Berri Riverside Caravan Park, Berri Riverside Drive - if coming from Loxton turn right after bridge, and follow road around river front past Resort and playing fields. If coming from Renmark, turn left at Caltex service station and follow signs. If coming from Barmera, turn right at Mobil service station and veer left at roundabout. Upon arrival, park in the left-hand lane along road up to gate and walk to office in front of entrance. Ph: 08 8582 3723 or 1800 332 255. Top Tourist member. Dogs on leash, $10 bond applied.

Manager's name is Kay and Max Kubenk. Dogs on leash, $10 bond for dogs. Average staff friendliness. Price was lower than expected, very good value for money ($87 2A per night, cabin, off-peak season). 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. Good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, dump point, secure entry. 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 in good condition. Clean heated pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Best equipped cabin we've encountered, everything top quality and in excellent condition, spotlessly clean, bed linen, towels, etc plenty of saucepans, microwave gear etc.
Local Information: Berri is the pick of Riverland towns, Bredl's Wildlife Park worth a visit, and Ruston's glorious Rose garden, 40,000 bushes and 4000 varieties. Lunch and morning teas available.
Roads: Good roads throughout the Riverland.
Date 10/2009. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Bob Warradale.

$10 dog bond applied, but on talking to others staying in the park with dogs found this was not consistently applied. Pleasant, busy, immaculately maintained park across the road from the marina and boat ramp. The park has standard sites, drive through sites and en-suite sites, with asphalt roads throughout the park. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($22.50 2A per night, powered, shoulder season) with Top Tourist discount. Park has 2 amenities blocks. The block at the rear of the park has been renovated and has much larger shower cubicles than the front amenities block. 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, large sites, very few concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. The site we were on at the back of the park needed a longer hose and power cord as the connections were placed well inside the site behind us and on our awning side. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities. Laundries are spotlessly clean with plenty of washing machines & dryers. There was plenty of line for drying clothes. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, a few permanents. Clean UC bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Two excellent playgrounds in good condition plus a jumping pillow. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Pool area is beautiful. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Book exchange in the office. The park was beautifully maintained, very clean. Sale of a few local products in the office - can recommend the dried apricots and the pumpkins.
Dislikes: Rubbish bins at the end of the row of caravans so had a bit of a walk to put the rubbish in the bin.
Parking: Parking on roadway outside the park.
Local Information: There is a lovely walk along the river from the marina/boat ramp car park to Martins Bend. Information at the end of the car park area.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by MacJ.

Good location, right on the river and walking distance to town. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, 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 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, average sized sites, very few concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. Good playground in good condition. Clean pool is open to the sun, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Very well maintained, everything was clean and tidy. Lawns mowed, good roadways, etc.
Dislikes: Shower booths were a bit confined.
Parking: plenty / adequate
Local Information: Right in the centre of the Riverland area and all the local wineries, etc.
Roads: Good
Date 05/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Jim & Kerry.

Lovely park opposite the Murray River. Good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Very good value for money, $24 2A per night. Good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Good sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, drive-through sites were available, adequate taps close by, security entry to park. Good atmosphere to park, quiet, open and roomy park, shady park. Suitable for a week or more, the park was well maintained.
Likes: Families with children are put together in a different part of the park to the "nomads". Proceeds from the park go back into community services or park improvements. There are nice riverfront walks both ways opposite the park.
Dislikes: The shower cubicles have very small change areas. You virtually have to step back into the shower to open the door.
Local Information: Good base to explore the Riverland area. Loxton has a good pioneer village.
Date 04/2008. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Not So Grays.

A spacious, well-maintained park. Sites are well-grassed and vary in depth but are wide enough for van, annex and car. Close proximity to the Murray river seems to provide an endless supply of water so everywhere is beautifully green. There are two amenities blocks with laundries, baby bathrooms and disabled amenities. The shower cubicles in the block I used were the smallest I have experienced. I am relatively slim but had great difficulty in drying myself without stepping into the actual shower recess. Shower heads point at the cubicle door so if you have the shower pressure on high your clothes, towel, etc get wet. This is the only negative in a very well run and equipped park. Facilities include: children's play areas, swimming pool, 5 BBQs, coin-in-a-slot Internet, function area, dump point and rainwater tanks for patrons use. The town centre is within walking distance and the River Murray is directly across the road from the entrance. Suitable for any length of stay. Dogs, on a lead, are welcome on sites, subject to a bond.
Date 03/2007. Park Rating 4: Would be more except for the showers
Report submitted by Toned-F.

In the town fronting the river but on the opposite side of the riverfront road. This is a very large, well maintained tourist park. We found a professional welcome and used an ensuite site. All sites are flat; the ensuite was well maintained. The site had a cement annexe slab. There are plenty of well grassed sites and lots of trees and you need them in Summer as Berri can be very hot. There are sealed roads throughout the Park with good access to all including many opportunities for drive through. There are large well sited ablution facilities and a well constructed dump point for those that need it. There are lots of cabins from basic through to very high quality ones. A few permanents; they are located well into the Park and unobtrusive. The park accepts dogs on a lead and with permission from the office. The pool provided welcome relief in three 40 degree days. The cost was reasonable for the facility provided. With the Top Tourist discount we paid $25.20 per night (two adults). There is a farmers market in the town every Saturday the community pub is close and high quality and the town is relatively close to Renmark, Loxton, Barmera and Glossop. Roads around the area are good although between Berri and Barmera involve some winding corners which limit speed. This is a high quality park with all amenities close to the Murray River and township. Suitable for any type of stay.
Date 02/2007. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Ian Winton, Aberfoyle Park SA.

Bordertown Caravan Park, Bordertown Penny Terrace. Ph: 08 8752 1752.
Close to town and information centre. Average management. Good value for money, $22 2A per night. Good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Good grassy sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, drive-through sites were available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Park atmosphere was okay, open and roomy park. Suitable for a few days, the park was well maintained.
Likes: Proximity to town.
Dislikes: Highway is very close as is the railway line. There is a lot of heavy transport on both.
Local Information: Clayton Farm is very interesting and cheap and you get a personal guide. The Poocher Swamp Tourist Drive is worth looking at. Information Centre is very helpful. The bakery is worth a look as it is built around the old police station. The town has a reserve with several white kangaroos.
Roads: Road between Berri and Bordertown is undulating and can be a bit frustrating.
Date 04/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Not So Grays.

Excellent amenities and grassy drive through sites. Short walk to town. An excellent overnighter or stay as long as you want.
Date 10/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Peter & Jean Reynella SA.

Cobdogla Station Caravan Park, Cobdogla Turn off Sturt Highway and enter township of Cobdogla, pass through town past trading store, park on your right. Ph: 08 8588 7164 or 1300 666 623. Top Tourist Member.
Manager Cindy, Bob & Kevin. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($22.00 A C per night). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), car wash, dump point, secure entry, van parking. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean free gas bbq, congenial UC bbq area, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. A well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Plenty to do, excellent home base to explore the Riverland. Own jetty also boat ramp also mini zoo, can hire canoes.
Added Touches: caravan park supplies "Coby dollars" to use at local club value $6 for two people so park fees are actually $20 per day.
Local Information: good honest meals at Coby club you can fish at park on Murray plenty of private spots nearby, whole Township very friendly
Date 01/2006. Park Rating 4.5: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by Trev & Chris, Sugarloaf Creek Vic.

Coonalpyn Soldiers Memorial Caravan Park, Coonalpyn Coonalpyn is located approximately 160 km South of Adelaide on the Dukes Highway. To the east off the Dukes Highway. On Richards Terrace, adjacent to Swimming Pool. Ph: 08 8571 1074. Family Parks member.
Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($17 2A per night powered). 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 adequate hot water, dry change area. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, average sized sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade. Dogs on leash. Clean electric bbq. A well maintained park.
Likes: good spot for stop for interstaters for a good easy run into Adelaide
Dislikes: Anyone can pull up and use toilets etc through the night being adjacent to public park football oval etc.
Date 04/2006. Park Rating 3: Suitable for overnighter.
Report submitted by Bob Warradale, SA.

Keith Caravan Park, Keith Keith is between Bordertown and Tailem Bend, on the Dukes Highway. 227 kms south-east of Adelaide, on Naracoorte Road, turn south off the highway near the middle of town (signposted). Ph: 08 8755 1851 or 08 0755 1957. Council run park. Caretaker on call or honesty box. Dogs allowed on leash.
Manager's name is Leanne Gill. Good park away from most of the noise from the Dukes Highway, some traffic and train noise in the distance. Honour box in place if you arrive late & leave early; park is owned by the community. Some sites have a gravel base, the rest have grass. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice Price was as expected, good value for money ($20 2A per night, powered, 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, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), dump point. Quiet, 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. Basic playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Late check out. Good quality brick cabins are available.
Dislikes: No resident caretaker, just drive in and select your site.
Parking: No not needed
Added Touches: Local community swimming pool next door when weather is warmer.
Date 06/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by P & E. Aberfoyle Park.

Okay for a stopover or a few nights stay. Clean, basic and functional. Park manager does not live on premises, so if you want ensuite or a cabin you are asked to phone a mobile number placarded on the amenities door. For powered sites there is an honesty box but we were visited around 6 pm by the manager to collect. It was quiet until the 3am train decided to liven up proceedings, then peace reigned again.
Date 09/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Tony and Jeanette.

Kingston On Murray Caravan Park, Kingston OM Approaching from Adelaide or Waikerie on the Sturt Highway take the 2nd turning on the left to Kingston-on-Murray as this road is wider and straighter. There is a winery on the corner which is extremely well lit at night providing a very identifiable landmark. At the end of that road, approx 2kms, turn right. From here the site is signposted. It is approx 300m on the left. The road is sealed but undulated. Top Tourist member. Ph: 08 8583 0209. Pets at manager's discretion.
Site was really out from the highway, just the way we like them. Plenty of trees and owners were very helpful. This site is just down the road from the winery Banrock Station, so is an added bonus. No powered sites on the river, they are for tents only. Was very dry when we visited, but peaceful. Cost was a winter special 5 nights for $90. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($18 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, 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, very few concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), late checkout allowed (past noon). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, a few permanents. Congenial bbq area atmosphere. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Quiet location. Friendly atmosphere, out of the way
Dislikes: No sullage perhaps as you had to keep an eye on it and shift it around.
Parking: Plenty of parking when checking in
Added Touches: Provided us with discount coupons for local areas and give us clues as to the best places to eat
Local Information: Banrock Station winery. A general store provide all the necessities within walking distance. The small town Barmara further down the highway would provide you with food supplies and other shopping. Fishing from the small jetty.
Roads: sealed roads all the way
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Candy H.

Lameroo Lakeside Caravan Park, Lameroo Lameroo is a small farming community on the Mallee Highway. Ph: 08 8576 3006. Dog friendly.
The local community has built a small, new caravan park at Lake Robert on the edge of town. Approx 12 powered sites on mown lawn, excellent combined ensuite style amenities that were spotless. Lots of room to spread out, electric BBQ and undercover picnic shelter. Cost $18 per night for a powered site for 2 A. Check in at Lameroo Hotel to get keys. Great spot for a few quiet days. Walk into town.
Date 09/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Bungendore.

Loxton Riverfront Caravan Park, Loxton Riverfront Road at Habels Bend, on the river 2 kms west of town. Well signposted from town centre. If coming from Swan Reach direction turn left prior to entering the town or right after you have gone through the big roundabout (just after the dual carriageway). BIG4 member. No dogs. Ph: 08 8584 7266 or 1800 887 733.
Manager's name is Ross & Mary Priestly. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($22.50 2A 2C per night). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), kiosk, secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean electric bbq (60c), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in average condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The thing we like personally about the park are definitely the park operators Ross, Mary and family. Since the first time we ever stayed there quite a few years ago now, Mary and Ross have always referred to us on a first name basis, nothing as ever been a problem for them even after all the challenges thrown in their way in regard to moving the office to the new section of the park. Mary and Ross have always found time to sincerely chat with us on just about any issue. The park has undergone and is still undergoing some dramatic changes/improvements. The other thing we really found great was although the river is a small distance away, we felt our children were safe unsupervised in the park (not being right on the river). It certainly is and continues to live up to it's reputation of being "The quite one". A must see in the park is the giant pelican (this pelican was used as a float in a pageant once upon a time I believe) and the tree of knowledge is also close by (records of floods that have devastated the area).
Parking: Yes special parking is available.
Added Touches: Allowed open fires in the non powered section when not in fire danger season.
Local Information: Loxton is a beautiful little friendly town. It has wonderful shops and plenty of choice when it comes to supermarket shopping (3 supermarkets). We have always found the people of Loxton lovely people who really seem to enjoy living in the their community. Around Australia Day each year the locals put on a free breakfast. Each year Loxton have free fireworks on the last weekend of November to celebrate the official "Light up Loxton" festival (a community initiative to celebrate Christmas with various homes taking part in the "Santa's walk") - homes lit up with lights and decorations. Loxton also has a lovely little village display where the history of Loxton is displayed. The park is set up as Loxton was many years ago when first founded, something not to be missed if visiting the town for the first time.
Date 11/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Mick & Nicole Brennan.

Had a lovely stay. Very nice and peaceful. Away from the traffic noise with lots of birdlife and native wildlife. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($66.00 2A C1 per night) There was adequate hot water in amenities, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere. Basic playground in average condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Peace and quietness.
Parking: Easy parking right out the front of office.
Local Information: Nice and friendly people in the Town, very welcoming.
Date 10/2007. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Colleen and Peter, Novar Gardens.

Morgan Riverside Caravan Park, Morgan On river adjacent to ferry crossing. Ph: 08 8540 2207. Top Tourist member. Pets at manager's discretion.
Average management. Reasonable value for money, $24 2Aper night. Average amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Average sites, sites were level, the site size was okay, drive-through sites were available, adequate taps close by. Park atmosphere was okay, quiet, open and roomy park, shady park. Suitable for a few days, the park was well maintained.
Likes: Close to the Murray River with nice picnic facilities. Interesting to watch the 24 hour ferry. Close to town.
Dislikes: The local hoons use the road on levee which is very close to the sites as a bit of a drag strip. Unfortunately it is only about 200 metres long. Strange ablutions - toilets are in a separate block to the showers (ladies and gents).
Added Touches: Free TV coaxial cable provided.
Date 04/2008. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Not So Grays.

This park is a well run park, very clean and a lovely outlook very close to the Murray River. There are picnic tables and chairs down by the river which makes it a lovely spot for happy hour. Friendly staff, no complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($22 2A per night powered). 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, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, all level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room. Peaceful, open and roomy, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Basic playground in average condition. Clean pool is open to sun, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Park is within walking distance of town. As TV reception is poor coax cables are provided free of charge.
Parking: At reception.
Roads: Very bumpy tarmac.
Date 05/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor, Melbourne.

Our visit was during a quiet period. Clean and well run park but some smell near toilets due to faulty outlet. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($19 2A per night powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, all level sites, poor night lighting, average sized sites, adequate taps close by. Kiosk. Peaceful, open and roomy, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere. All pets allowed. Clean $1 electric bbq in congenial UC lit area. No playground, no pool. A well maintained park.
Likes: Well grassed site. Very open and quiet location. provided TV cable free.
Dislikes: Most sites are three in a row. Not sure how the middle person gets out. Would only occur in busy times.
Roads: Good road conditions in all directions.
Date 05/2006. Park Rating 3: Suitable for overnighter.
Report submitted by J & K, Melbourne.

Paringa Caravan Park, Paringa A small park located right on highway at Paringa close to the Murray River. Ph: 08 8595 5178.
Although on the highway, we did not hear any highway noise. Clean and modern amenities with soap and paper towels provided. Drive through sites were not the biggest, but still plenty of room. Plenty of shade. Site close to all amenities. Friendly managers. Disabled and family bathrooms provided. Small pool. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($30 2A 2C per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, drive-through sites.
Date 03/2006. Park Rating 3: Suitable for overnight or a few days
Report submitted by Pete, Deb, Jack & Lucy, NSW.

Pinnaroo Caravan Park, Pinnaroo Mallee Highway. Right on the main highway between Adelaide and Ouyen. Ph: 08 8577 8224 or 08 8577 8618. All pets allowed.
Manager's name is Gina Brown. This park is right on the main highway so expect a fair amount of traffic noise during the night. The sites were flat and reasonably accessible. The facilities were poorly maintained and not particularly clean. There were some itinerant workers in the park at the time which might have contributed to the cleanliness. The park is within walking distance of the small town of Pinnaroo. The Manager is off site and calls in twice a day to collect payment. She was very friendly. I would only recommend an overnight stay. At $18 2A it was about the right money. You can't expect too much at that price.
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 1:
Report submitted by Blue and Rose, Flagstaff Hill SA.

This very basic park is an overnighter only. Pay at the local service station and pick a site. No manager on site. Close to town.
Date 06/2007. Park Rating 1:
Report submitted by Peter & Jean Reynella SA.

BIG4 Renmark Riverfront Holiday Park, Renmark 2 kms east of post office. About half way between Renmark and the Paringa bridge on the north side of the Sturt Highway. Well signed. Follow Patey Drive from town or see the signs off the Sturt Highway. Ph: 08 8586 6315 or 1300 664 612. No pets. BIG4 member.
$40 per night for river front site. Easy to find, signposted from highway. Good mix of cabins and caravan sites. Games room, camp kitchen, playground, pool and kiosk. Three newish toilet blocks, all very clean with good sized cubicles. Some sites along river bank at a higher rate. Generally quiet but some traffic noise noticeable at night. Recommend � good meals and nice atmosphere at Renmark Hotel.
Date 09/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Marg, Melbourne.

Manager's name is The Watts Family. Very large park with mix of cabins, units, powered and un-powered sites. So far, no ensuite powered sites, but they are planned. Some sites have river frontage, but all are close to the river. Note that there is a small drop to the water, so parents of young children should be alert. Very friendly staff, no complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($26 2A per night powered). There are 3 amenities blocks, so all sites are relatively close to facilities. 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. The showers were good, other than a wet floor in the change area from splashing. Adequate number of tourist sites, all level sites, good night lighting, large sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Some sites had concrete slabs, most were on grass, and some set back from the river were dirt. Some drive-through sites, access appears good to all sites. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, secure entry. Quiet, open and roomy, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Most BBQs are in the camp kitchen which is remote from many of the caravan sites, and the others are at the park entrance which is a long walk. Good playground in good condition. Clean pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Location is great, park is clean and green.
Dislikes: BBQ locations were poor.
Added Touches: Sheet of discount coupons provided, although we didn't use any.
Date 05/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Ian_G.

This must be one of the nicest parks in Australia and is positioned right on the edge of the Murray River with plenty of grass and trees and unbeatable views. It is a boat owner's and fisherman's paradise. Houseboats glide past from time to time and an old paddle steamer runs trips every weekend. The facilities are good - three toilet blocks and a dump point - and the pool is beautiful with a rock waterfall. There are plenty of amusements for children and the usual games and TV room. Fees for a waterside powered site were $30 per night (2A) less $3 BIG4 discount. A site further back would be $3 cheaper. We stayed on the water's edge and considered it excellent value, the lights of Renmark reflecting off the water at night. About 50% of the park roads are bitumen, the remainder dirt. The park is rich in birdlife with many ducks and purple swamphens and a couple of pelicans - it pays to watch where you step prior to entering your caravan. On the down side, power boats towing skiers are noisy at the weekend.
Dislikes: Beware - We were visited by a couple of friends who live locally. The whole evening was spoilt when they were charged an exorbitant $16 to enter the park to spend a couple of hours with us. Management doubtless has its reasons but it was very upsetting.
Date 02/2008. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Pete 'n Pam.

Big park with lots a facilities, which are aimed at young families & children. Couples pay a high price for facilities, which are not needed or used. We only over-nighted and were there in off-peak but were still charged maximum price. Average staff friendliness, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was much higher than expected, poor value for money ($30.00 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, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No pets allowed. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. Good playground in good condition. Clean pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Riverfront location
Dislikes: Sites not marked clearly. Some highway noise.
Parking: Waiting bay is small and badly located, causing congestion at entrance
Roads: Bitumen in reasonable condition
Date 05/2007. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Wayne & Shelley, Donnybrook Qld.

Manager's name is Watts. Great park which has been redeveloped. The park has new cabins, brand new pool, new reception/office, new games and TV room and a new playground and jumping pillow. It has been recently connected to town water. Our site was opposite the river and the views were superb. Excellent staff who went out of their way to helpful. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($52 2A C3 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, separate bathroom, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, car wash, dump point, secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. No pets allowed. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Excellent playground in good condition. Clean pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: family and couple friendly, safe, peaceful, access to river, big sites, great place to relax and enjoy the beautiful views of the river, heated spa pool.
Added Touches: boat ramp, kids activities
Date 01/2007. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Dawn Cox.

Riverbend Caravan Park, Renmark Sturt Highway, on the right immediately after crossing the Paringa Bridge. 3km east of Renmark. Ph: 08 8595 5131 or 1800 552 451. Top Tourist member. Pets at manager's discretion, not to be walked within park on or off lead.
Manager's name is Klaus & Mary Wagnitz. Unfriendly staff, bad staff response to complaints, van parking assistance provided by staff. Price was much higher than expected, poor value for money ($27 2A per night, powered, off-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, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, no sites with concrete annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, poor water quality. Good laundry, basic rec room, dump point. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. Basic playground in average condition. No pool. Suitable for overnighter, well maintained park.
Likes: The peacefulness during the evening and early morning (not so quiet during the day)
Dislikes: Not good value for money. Being charged peak price in off peak time (knew it was off peak as it's the only time dogs are allowed in park). Have to walk dog outside park area day ok but not at night. Unfriendly on arrival and not told about the lack of drinking water until we had paid up and were on our site. Roo poo everywhere around our site (love the kangaroos), but could be cleaned up on a regular basis, just as we clean up after our small dog. Poor T.V. reception and very little shade.
Parking: Told very abruptly to park off lawn area once unhooked.
Date 11/2009. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Shez & John.

Manager's name is Klaus & Mary Wagnitz. The park is on the Sturt Highway immediately after the big bridge as you head into Renmark from Victoria. It is a delightful park set amongst some beautiful River Gums right on the Murray. The owners are very friendly and helpful and we would definitely stay again. This is a very well kept park situated on the bank of the Murray River. There is plenty of grass and shade and the atmosphere is very relaxing. The river front sites are right on the rivers edge. Would definitely stay again. Filtered drinking water was available near the amenity blocks. There were some permanents but they were in a sectioned off area of the park. 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 ($28 2A per night 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, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, poor water quality. Good laundry, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point. Peaceful, open and roomy, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The park is out of the town and is very peaceful.
Parking: At reception.
Local Information: Renmark has an abundance of wineries, galleries, fishing, river cruises, scenic drives more than enough to keep you occupied for quite a few days.
Roads: Good.
Date 05/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor, Melbourne.

Lovely position on the banks of the Murray. Good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Reasonable value for money, $28 2A per night. Good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Good sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, drive-through sites were available, poor water quality, adequate taps close by. Good atmosphere to park, open and roomy park, shady park. Suitable for a few days, the park was well maintained.
Likes: Manager was very helpful and diligent. Permanents were in a separate section of the park.
Dislikes: Water skiing and jet skis were intrusive at times. Some kept going until after dark.
Date 03/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Not So Grays.

Beautiful setting on the Murray River but poor value for money compared to other river front parks in the region. We paid $28.00 for a standard powered site (riverfront is extra), which is expensive given that the water is untreated river water and not suitable for drinking. The manager described it as "river water" but glossed over the untreated issue, hence most people had it connected to their vans - make your own choice on risk. Our site had numerous fresh duck droppings which were impossible to avoid resulting in contamination of the van and car. Average staff friendliness, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was much higher than expected, poor value for money. 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, average sized sites, drive-through sites, poor water quality, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, kiosk. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade. Basic playground in average condition. Suitable for overnighter, well maintained park.
Likes: Pretty green setting on the banks of the Murray River.
Dislikes: No town water. Excessive duck droppings. Thinnest loo paper we have ever seen.
Parking: Park outside office off the main road.
Date 04/2008. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Toto.

Res owners Klaus and Mary Wagnitz. $26 per night (2A powered site, non-riverfront) as expected and good value for money. Klaus gave helpful tourist information about Renmark and (closer) Paringa and showed us into the long drive-through site. Park is very attractive - right on the Murray River, spacious and very well grassed, with large river gums, native gardens and aviaries. Resident "wild" birds were an interesting feature. Cabins and van/camping sites well arranged and do not compete for space or outlook. Non riverfront sites have views of the river at this time of the year. Good night lighting. Amenities block quite new, spacious and very clean. Comfortable distance from most sites. Older toilet block, while serviced daily during our stay, never quite managed to smell entirely clean. Hot water in the showers requires constant adjustment. Park water is from the river. Drinking water available on tap outside amenities block. Power and water close. Some sites have sullage. Chemical toilet dump. Large and interesting children's playground. 2 well maintained sheltered free gas bbq areas with tables. Some permanent vans, "fishing trip" variety, in separate screened area. Flat cycle/walking path leads into both Renmark and Paringa. Worth seeing - in Paringa, Cammy's antique barn, Weir and Lock No.5 on the Murray, with picnic grounds, 1 km downstream from bridge. Spectacular sunset view of the Murray and cliffs from Headings Lookout eastern side of river, about 10km north of Paringa. PS Industry moored at Tourist Information in Renmark. Suitable for any length of stay.
Date 06/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by E & AC, NSW.

Manager's name is Klaus and Mary Wagnitz. Interesting stop beside the river. We felt a bit too tightly packed in, but we only stayed overnight. You can watch the river traffic and the bridge raising is interesting to watch. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was higher than expected, reasonable value for money ($28 2A per night). 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. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting. Open & roomy park, family/friendly atmosphere.
Likes: It was nice to be beside the Murray River.
Dislikes: We were cramped beside the other vans.
Date 04/2007. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Jim and Jan, Buderim.

Stayed 3 days, $23.40 member discount per night. Klaus, the owner, was very friendly and helpful. I mentioned to him that we had had no sleep in Swan Hill because of noise for two nights running, and could we have a quiet site. He showed us to our site in the central grassed centre which was level with some shade. This park is situated on the Sturt Highway, near the bridge, on the Murray River, but back off the highway so there was next to no noise. We were going to stay 1 night but because of the spotless facilities, and the peace and quiet, we extended to 3 nights. As it was a long weekend in SA, the park was quite full mainly near the water. The amenities block had 6 showers, 4 basins and 5 toilets, was spotless, and close to most sites, as was the laundry. Water pressure was a little slow in the laundry. There was another small block of toilets which were available when the main block was being cleaned. Town water was dreadful but there was drinking water available from tanks. No playground or swimming pool, but even though it lacked all the bells and whistles, we found it very suitable for us. New cabins were being erected and Klaus was always on site either removing garbage, cleaning, or mowing. We enjoyed our quiet time in this park, with its spotless facilities, and would return again. Suitable for a few days or longer.
Date 03/2007. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Leszek and Jackie, Queanbeyan.

Punyelroo Caravan Park, Swan Reach Located 10 km south-west of Swan Reach. Ph: 08 8570 2021.
UPDATED REPORT NEEDED

Enjoyable little park but unfortunately now concentrates on long-termers with only 6 tourist sites. $9 per person for a powered site. Good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Reasonable value for money. Average amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, there was adequate hot water. Average sites, adequate number of tourist sites, sites were level, the site size was okay, drive-through sites were available, adequate taps close by. Laundry, late checkout allowed (up to noon), late checkout allowed (past noon), kiosk, van parking by management. Park atmosphere was okay, quiet, open and roomy park, family-friendly park, too many permanents for this park. Dogs allowed. Clean free gas bbq. Suitable for families, the park was well maintained, the park can be considered kid-safe.
Likes: Close to river.
Dislikes: Isolated and very dark at night. Rough road into park.
Added Touches: Boat ramp & fuel.
Local Information: Good fishing and boating.
Roads:7km of dirt road from Swan Reach then road in from turn off can be very rough.
Park Rating 3: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by David and Debra, Salisbury SA.

Waikerie Caravan Park, Waikerie 700m west of PO. Follow signs through town. Ph: 08 8541 2651 or 1300 668151. Top Tourist member. Pets at manager's discretion.
Manager's name is Anthony Barker and Nicole Sandy. We stayed here for one night on our way from Adelaide to Newcastle and left the van here for two weeks as it only cost us $4.50 a week for van storage. On our return we stayed for three additional nights and enjoyed the tranquillity of the park. Lots of bird life in the abundance of trees. Friendly staff, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($19.80 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, secure entry, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC electric bbq (20c), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Spacious drive through sites. Lots of tall shady trees. Easy walk to the river just 200m away. Very clean amenities block.
Dislikes: Dirt sites. No grass at all, but to be expected.
Date 05/2008. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Daphne and Jack, Mandurah.

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