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Border Village Roadhouse Caravan Park, Border Village (DFP)
Cactus Beach Camping, Cactus Beach (Campground)
A1 Cabins and Caravan Park, Ceduna (DFP)
Ceduna Airport Caravan Park, Ceduna (DFP)
Ceduna Foreshore Caravan Park, Ceduna (DFP)
Ceduna Tourist Park, Ceduna
Shelly Beach Caravan Park, Ceduna (DFP)
Nullarbor Hotel Motel Caravan Park, Nullarbor (DFP)
Nundroo Hotel Motel Caravan Park, Nundroo (DFP)
Penong Caravan Park, Penong (DFP)
We were the first caravan in on the day and it was a bit difficult to determine the layout of the sites. However there is plenty of
room for each site. Showers are $2 for 10 mins and water was very hot.
Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Reasonable value for money ($25 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, extra charge for shower, 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, no
sites with concrete annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites.
Basic laundry, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4).
Quiet, open & roomy park.
Clean pool.
Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: hot water available for washing up dishes
Parking: plenty of parking available when checking in
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Kimberwalli Too (1).
UPDATED REPORT NEEDED
Manager's name is Roger. Suitable for 2WD vehicles & caravan at most sites. Pit style toilets, cleaned daily. Firewood provided.
Very friendly staff. Price was as expected, good value for money ($7 1A per night unpowered). Amenity number would not cope
in peak times, were clean, some unlevel sites. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Location, location, location.
Local Information: Surfing & fishing.
Roads: Dirt for 21kms, suitable for 2WD & van.
Report submitted by Alan, Yowie Bay (3).
UPDATED REPORT NEEDED
We only stayed at this caravan park due to severe wind conditions. We will not stay here again. The restaurant within the reception complex was filthy and owner allowed his dog to walked amongst the restaurant area.
Average staff friendliness.
Poor value for money ($25.00 2A per night, powered, peak season).
Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is bad, there was adequate hot water.
Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly unlevel sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, no sites are shaded, drive-through sites, poor water quality.
Poor laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3).
Noisy, claustrophobic park, not enough shade, too many permanents.
No bbqs, no playground.
Dirty pool.
Suitable for overnighter.
Dislikes: Unkempt, grass had not been mowed for that long. Dogs running loose, and too many dogs.
Parking: Outside reception
Roads: Road was good.
Date 11/2011. Park Rating 1:
Report submitted by Jenny & Terry Abbott (28).
Park is very spacious with trees and some grassed areas. We stayed there for 3 days and during that time the amenities were not cleaned i.e.
the soap dish in the showers were blocked with soap and the build up of water created a "scummy pool". We were told by a fellow caravanner
that there were baby snakes around, which we disbelieved until we saw one for ourselves.
Average staff friendliness, 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.
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, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3).
Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents.
No bbqs, no playground.
Dirty pool, tables and chairs provided.
Date 03/2011. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by CDM (1).
Plenty of room for dogs to run around. Airport traffic or trains were not a bother at all - overall very quiet park in off season.
Friendly staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Reasonable value for money ($22 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 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 concrete annex slabs, no sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by.
Good laundry, no rec room, kiosk, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5).
Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents.
No bbqs, no playground.
Dirty pool, tables and chairs provided.
Suitable for few days.
Likes: Large drive through sites for large rigs. Better being located a bit out of this town.
Parking: Plenty of room to park when arriving
Added Touches: Bar and restaurant on site
Roads: On the Eyre Hwy - good condition
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Rod & Noela (3).
Manager's name is Steve Foster.
Friendly staff.
Price was as expected, poor value for money ($120 2A per week powered).
Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were dirty, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good,
there was adequate hot water, separate bathroom.
Adequate number of tourist sites, all level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by.
Basic laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), dump point, van parking.
Quiet, open and roomy, plenty of shade.
No playground.
Dirty pool is open to sun, tables and chairs provided.
Suitable for overnighter.
Dislikes: Cleaning virtually not done at all. Took 3 mins to clean women's amenities (6 showers, 6 toilets) and about the same for men's.
Also cabins were 'cleaned' in a record time of about 10 mins (if that). Cleaning materials were a squeeze bottle and a cloth. Don't think he
owns a toilet brush. No mop in amenities. No soap, no towels or hand-drier.
Added Touches: Restaurant attached to park, giving evening meals.
Local Information: TV reception - No digital. got 7 ABC and SBS. Unable get Imparja. Unable get line of sight for satellite dish. Mobile
phone reception - Good. Autogas available locally. Good meals at community owned Foreshore Hotel. Tourist Information very helpful. Can only
buy 1 cask of wine per person after 4pm (within 100k of Ceduna).
Date 07/2008.
Report submitted by Derek & Del (20).
Managed by Marty & Jodie Andrews. Lovely park - across from the beach and only meters from the town. Surrounded by high fence. We paid $24.30 PN with Top Tourist discount ($27.00).
Lovely management, very friendly and helpful. Good, clean amenities - soap and hand dryer provided. No pool, playground or dump point. All ground cover is gravel - no slabs. The smaller sites,
which are closest to the beach, seemed a bit cramped but the middle and outer sections were more roomy and open. Basic camp kitchen. No pool or playground. Great fishing - particularly for crabs.
The park has an excellent fish cleaning table with double gas burner and large pots provided (for cooking crabs). There is even a box containing newspapers for wrapping up the fish waste.
Excellent fishing from the nearby jetty - especially the crabs. The Foreshore Hotel/Motel, which is right next door, is very modern and serves good meals.
Date 02/2012. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by TeePee (117).
We haven't stopped here before and probably will not again, mainly due to the location in the middle of town and the associated noise. Close to the beach, town, shopping and hotels make it handy if you
are stopping more than a night or two.
Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Good value for money ($27 2A per night). We paid $24.30 because of TT Discount.
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 medium to large vans, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by.
You can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4).
Noisy, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents.
Date 01/2012. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Necani Nomads (40).
Manager's name is Marty and Jodie Andrews.
Good, quiet, small park centrally located across road from beach and jetty, 100m from CBD & modern Foodland IGA, next door to refurbished hotel with good meals, book ahead as this
park fills early each day and virtually empties the next, mainly overnighters travelling to/from the Nullarbor, 2m cyclone wire fence with barbed wire top surrounds park, coded locks
to toilet block and side gate access to foreshore.
Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Good value for money ($27.00 2A per night, powered, peak season). We paid $24.30 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 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, shade to most sites, hard to negotiate into site.
Good laundry.
Quiet, plenty of shade, no permanents.
Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting.
No playground, no pool.
Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Location - proximity to beach, jetty & CBD, good meals at hotel next door
Dislikes: some sites are small and have tight access.
Parking: specific parking bay for 2 cars and vans at entrance to park, or good street parking directly outside park.
Local Information: Sth Aust 24 hr Quarantine station at Ceduna for all vehicles travelling E, take coastal walk or drive 3k'ms to Cape Thevanard & shipping facility.
Roads: good bitumen roads into & out of Ceduna, be aware of large road train mineral sand trucks travelling to/from mines 200k'ms to the W of Ceduna.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by John & Cathie, Mont Albert Vic (16).
Ceduna - nice but small park opposite the town foreshore, next door to the pub/motel - great location. It was howling a gale so we grabbed an
air-conditioned 2 bedroom cabin for $100 (2 adults). One of the nicest cabins we've seen for the price - floorboards, nice new bathroom, good
quiet split system aircon, queen bed plus four bunks - hence our positive rating. Would definitely stay in the park as a camper if it was less windy,
though the sites were gravel/sand and oddly laid out so some folk might have trouble organising their spot. Probably not for tents/camper trailers,
though all the annexes were pegged down somehow. Nice little town, could easily stay for a few days as it has all you need including a very nice recently redeveloped pub.
Date 02/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Kal (26).
The best part of this park is its location - just a short walk to the main street and right next door to a nice pub with good meals.
At $25 ($22.50 with discount) it was reasonable value. No grass in the park but it is Ceduna!
The sites are flat and might only need adjustment on one side of the van. Small concrete pads provided on some sites - probably not much good for
front or rear doors, but OK for middle door vans. The showers had plenty of water and good supply of hot water. The number of facilities seemed to
cope well. However the overall appearance of the showers and toilets was not good. Tired and need an overhaul - probably even gone past it. Some
sites have water views across the road. The foreshore is very public and there can be a little bit of noise if you are located on that road. The
security gates provide a comforting assurance, although the barbed wire gives less assurance - even discomfort. Quite a few trees in the park and
because Ceduna can be very hot - very welcome. They do make the task of getting onto some sites quite a challenge and bigger rigs took some time
to get in and then had limited space to get the car off the road. Every inch of space has been utilised. Lots of overnighters and I think this
probably is one reason that the facilities are so poor - they obviously get a hammering. There is no dump point in the park - dumping in toilets
is forbidden, but a large public dump just out of town (WA side, by the BP servo). It is a good place for an overnighter. Good Telstra coverage
for both mobile and internet. I prefer other parks in the town for the longer stays. Good fishing and crabbing within the area. Nice new
Foodland in the town and lots of other services.
Date 11/2010. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Bluey and Rose, Flagstaff Hill SA (70).
Manager's name is Nanette Smith.
A nice park in a great spot close to the beach, jetty, boat ramp, town centre and hotel. There is no grass in the park and the rest of the park is
gravel. Not too sure what the purpose the concrete annex pads serve as they are too small to be of much use. The camp kitchen is very basic but clean.
There is no dump point in the park but there is a municipal one on the main road heading west at the BP Service Station at the end of town.
Friendly and helpful, there is an excellent fish-cleaning area and a small BBQ/camp kitchen. During our stay the park was full every night and we were
among the 3 or 4 patrons without a tinny and fold-up trailer. The park is very popular and you are lucky to get in if you don't pre-book. So, if you are
mad keen fisher people with a tinny and fold-up trailer and you enjoy large circles at Happy Hour (men on one side, the ladies on the other) this is the
place for you, worth staying for a week or more. For travellers to and from the Nullarbor, an ideal overnight stop.
Very friendly staff, no complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Very good value for money ($22.50 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, sites will accommodate large motorhomes or 5th wheelers, concrete annexe
slabs to most sites, most sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by.
Good laundry, no rec room, secure entry, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5).
Peaceful, open and roomy, plenty of shade, no permanents.
Clean UC electric 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, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Within walking distance to town.
Parking: Outside reception
Added Touches: Fish cleaning facilities
Local Information: Lots of outlets for those who love oysters.
Roads: Bitumen
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor (Shakazulu) Melbourne (131).
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A very friendly, clean and tidy park, within a few minutes' walk of the town centre and the lovely foreshore area. On Highway 1 and close to train line,
but noise from both is minimal. Some sites have no shade. Is very windy here, at this time of the year, so not many vans have awnings or annexes up.
Facilities are near-new and well maintained. Shower and toilet stalls are large. Great for an overnight stay or for a few days.
Date 12/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Sue & Peter Hackett (12).
Very friendly staff, clean amenities and park. Our van is about 30 foot all up and just got into the sites; wouldn't want to be any longer.
Stayed one night on the way back to Perth with the tug. Close to the Coles servo for cheap fuel. Will stay again.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Eagle and Dove (19).
According to sign, park is currently for sale.
Average staff friendliness, no complaints, 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 most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good,
there was adequate hot water, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities.
Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans up to 18ft,
no sites have annex slabs, most sites are shaded, hard to negotiate into site, adequate sullage close by.
Basic laundry, basic rec room, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4).
Peaceful, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, no permanents.
No playground, no pool.
Suitable for a few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Fish cleaning area
Dislikes: Some sites too small to allow car parking plus awning extension.
Parking: Best to park on the road as parking near reception blocks the entrance.
Date 03/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Chris & Sue (3).
Manager's name is Brian and Kathy Verrall.
Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Good value for money ($24.30 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, 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, adequate sullage close by.
Good laundry, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, 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 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: A very well maintained and clean park.
Parking: outside office
Added Touches: Fish cleaning area
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Rockies on the road (19).
Small park with gravel surfaced sites. We stayed in an ensuite site. Excellent roomy ensuite with separate shower cubicle,
cupboard under basin and outside foyer area. Ensuite was lovely and bright and in excellent condition, with ample hot water and good exhaust fan.
Sites were quite narrow, we couldn't open our awning although a smaller van probably would have been able to. We had to leave a day earlier
than planned because of health issues and they refunded our payment with no questions and helped hitch up.
Very good value for money ($34.20 2A per night, ensuite).
You can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4).
Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents.
No pool.
Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Added Touches: Fish cleaning table.
Date 01/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122).
Manager's name is Brian & Kathy Verrall.
There are two parks, look for the BIG4 sign. This is a small park very close to the main street (an easy walk).
It has reasonable showers and toilets with plenty of water. A nice camp kitchen and good fish cleaning facilities.
The sites are flat and easily negotiated. Good value for money. A little bit of noise from the main road and the occasional train,
but not so much as to be a nuisance. Friendly owners (although park is up for sale as at May 09). Good fishing in the area -
for those without boats, try the Denial Bay Jetty or Davenport Creek (easy 4x4 territory).
Date 05/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Bluey and Rose, Flagstaff Hill SA (70).
Clean, friendly and right in the heart of 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, shoulder 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.
Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, no sites
with concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by.
Good laundry, good camp kitchen, dump point.
Peaceful, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere.
Clean UC electric bbq (free).
No pool.
Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Secure (gates closed at night). Very clean and well maintained.
Parking: ok
Local Information: A popular fishing spot for the locals and tourists alike. The last major town before heading
east across the Nullarbor (conversely, the first major town in SA when coming across from the west).
Roads: Good
Date 03/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Jim & Kerry (8).
Manager's name is Anna & Lynton Brown.
We found the park had good directions, very friendly on arrival and very clean. We only stayed overnight.
Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Very good value for money ($29.50 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 very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water,
separate bathroom, 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, annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites,
ensuite sites available, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by.
Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, dump point, secure entry, van parking, 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, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq.
No pool.
Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: good easy sites Position of park/ out of town no road noise
Parking: very easy parking
Roads: good
Date 11/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Peter B (2).
A lovely clean peaceful relaxing park with the friendliest staff, with a family atmosphere second to none.
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by The Gypsys (1).
Manager's name is Lynton & Anna Brown.
Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Good value for money ($29.50 2A per night, powered, peak season). We paid $26.55 because of chain discount.
Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good,
there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities.
Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some
sites, shade to some sites, ensuite sites available, drive-through sites, 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 5).
Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents.
Clean UC wood 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: large sites, right on the beach
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Kevin & Lyn (85).
Manager's name is Anna & Lynton Brown.
Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Very good value for money ($30.00 2A per night, powered). We paid $27.00 because of Pensioner 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, 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, no sites with annex slabs,
shade to some sites, ensuite sites available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by.
Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, disabled facilities, dump point, 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 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: Quiet Location, Close proximity to beach & overall presentation & cleanliness
Parking: To left hand side of entry road adjacent to office
Roads: Excellent roads from town centre all the way to destination of caravan park
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Greg & Pauline Watson (1).
Manager's name is Lynton & Anna Brown.
Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Good value for money ($29.50 2A per night, powered). We paid $28.00 because of pensioner.
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, 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, very few annex slabs,
shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by.
Good laundry, good rec room, disabled facilities, car wash, 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, no permanents.
Clean wood bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq.
Good playground in good condition.
No pool.
Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Big spacious sites.
Dislikes: When asked for pensioner discount, owner was quite abrupt. Went on to explain how taxes are making it impossible for caravan parks to keep going.
Parking: parked at office.
Roads: road good, no shoulders, some patches of road under water due to heavy rains.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Jenny & Terry Abbott (28).
Manager's name is Anna & Lynton Brown.
This park is right on the beach. It was recommended to us by fellow travellers we met halfway across the Nullarbor. The beach is perfect for fishing. A large sand dune
shelters the park from on-shore breezes. The recreation room is also fully screened against insects. Table-tennis; TV; Electronic games, etc. The showers & toilets are also
screened and very clean. Yes, soft toilet paper!
Very friendly staff, no complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Very good value for money ($29 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). We paid $26 because of Family Parks membership.
Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate
hot water, separate bathroom, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities.
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, most sites
are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by.
good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile
wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3).
Quiet, open and roomy, plenty of shade, no permanents.
Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq.
Excellent playground in good condition.
Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: This park is exceptionally clean & tidy. It wouldn't hurt some other park managers to have a look at this park to see just how it should be done.
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Dawn & Alan (25).
Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Reasonable value for money ($28.00 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). We paid $25.20 because of Family Parks discount.
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, separate bathroom, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities.
Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, 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, good rec room, camp kitchen, kiosk, car wash, dump point, 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 (pay), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq.
Basic playground.
No pool.
Suitable for few days.
Likes: Amenities in blocks of 2 of each, shower rooms have sink, bench, mirror and plenty of room to move around, toilets have sink.
Dislikes: Slabs a bit small on drive through sites.
Parking: plenty of room
Added Touches: Fish cleaning table, crab cooker. Lots of game machines in games room for little and big kids
Local Information: Jetty in town, good bakery, one hotel with excellent meals overlooking water. Good fishing at Denial Bay
Date 02/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Our Donnie (86).
Well signposted from town, southern edge.
Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site
Price was as expected, good value for money ($246 2A, ensuite, 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, 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, adequate sullage close by.
Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, car wash.
Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents.
Clean UC gas bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting.
Basic playground in good condition.
No pool.
Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Close to the beach, close enough to town for convenience but far enough away for comfort.
Date 11/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Necani Nomads (40).
Worth staying 3 kms out of town for the park ambiance and solitude. Ensuite excellent. Well kept park considering the harsh environment.
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 ($38 2A per night, ensuite, off-peak season).
Amenities were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, exhaust fans/good ventilation.
Mostly level sites, good night lighting, shade to some sites.
Good laundry, good camp kitchen, kiosk.
Peaceful, open & roomy park, family/friendly atmosphere.
Good playground in good condition.
Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Proximity to lovely calm bay. Sheltered position. Out of town.
Added Touches: Fish cleaning facility and crab cooker
Local Information: Large modern hotel in Ceduna served a good meal. Good beach fishing 200 m from the park (on the right tide).
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Stickleback (1).
Poor value for money ($25 2A per night, powered, peak season).
Amenities were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, extra charge for shower.
Likes: It is well located geographically for the East-West trade. Leave the van hitched up, and drive in/out.
Dislikes: The Nullarbor is very flat, and often windy. If you have a pop-up van, you will most likely have a night of watching the roof move with
very strong gusts. We'd plan for the overnight stop to be better sheltered, like Penong in SA, or Eucla onwards going West. At $25 for the night, one should
have had showers included, but they were extra. Having said that, the showers were clean, hot, and plenty of pressure. It also was the most expensive place for
fuel on the crossing ($1.789 for unleaded, where Eucla, Mundrabilla & Cocklebiddy were $1.54) There's better value crossing the Nullarbor than this place.
Date 11/2010. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by The Aussie Vikings (3).
No trees, sullage or water taps, just an expanse of gravel with power boxes. Plenty of room to stay hitched up. Showers are $1 for 5 mins, good hot water, soap in amenities but no paper towels.
Poor value for money ($25 2A per night, powered).
No playground, no bbqs, no pool.
Date 09/2010. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122).
This is a nice roadhouse, great sites, gets very full and busy, don't hear the highway noise, there is a generator that runs the whole time,
but it is a fair way away from the roadhouse. There is a charge for the showers. Sites are easy to get into and can remain hooked up the whole time.
Nice just walking around the roadhouse. There was Telstra Next G mobile phone reception, TV reception, easy parking to check in and just a great feel.
The showers were $1 for and I think the public could use them and the toilet.
Average staff friendliness.
Good value for money ($18 1A per night).
Date 04/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Sue, Fleur and Connor (110).
Typical roadhouse caravan park, no frills, level gravel freeform sites. No shade, water or sullage to sites. Amenities clean and adequate for
numbers, but are available to all comers, not just park visitors. Charge of $1 for shower, 5 mins. Amenities are a long way from most sites.
Roadhouse has usual facilities for meals etc. No pool. Price of $22 2A for powered site considered average. Would stay again.
Don't miss whale watching at Head of Bight, May to October. Travel 14km east, then 12km off highway, sealed all way, OK for caravans. Entry
price a little steep - $12pp, $10 concession, but the experience is worth every cent!
Date 09/2008. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Peripatetic Perrys, North Rocks (59).
This has to be the worst caravan park on the Nullarbor. $20 2A PN powered site; no water to the sites. Sites are not clearly marked and some are very close together.
We had two car loads of 8 young overseas travellers who were a lovely group of 7 girls and one brave male who were parked almost under our van windows (about 8' away at the most)
in 4 tents and unfortunately they talked & giggled between tents until midnight. The amenities which are keyed consist of two rooms in a 'donga' style building - one contains 2
showers separated only by the curtain. The other contained 1 toilet and a shower separated only by the curtain. Definitely not enough amenities for the number of patrons in the
park. I had to use the service station toilets which were less than clean. BBQ shed is less than serviceable.
Date 12/2011. Park Rating 1:
Report submitted by Bobbiee (64).
This is a weird park, the sites are hard to find what number you are in, and they are not that big if you fit 2 to a site.
They have new sites now, instead of the old ones, and no one we spoke to really understood where there site is supposed to be.
Some you could drive through if no one else was there. You have a key to open the power box to be able to put your power cord in.
The showers there didn't seem to be a men or ladies just uni sex, the toilet was with the shower and only one, or you had to use the roadhouse,
there was showers but you didn't want anyone else in there, as there was only a curtain separating the showers not an actual cubicle.
It is all very weird and hope they fix it up soon especially the only one toilet. The BBQ area if you can call it that, isn't really anything; it is falling apart.
Friendly staff.
Good value for money ($20 1A per night, powered, shoulder season).
Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Sue, Fleur and Connor (110).
Friendly staff.
Poor value for money ($20 2A per night, powered, off-peak season).
Inadequate number of amenities, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is bad, 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, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites.
Poor laundry, no rec room, mobile wireless not available.
Noisy, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents.
No bbqs, no playground, no pool.
Suitable for overnighter.
Dislikes: The male amenities was closed so had to share female. Only one toilet with shower and two separate showers with no doors only curtains. No water for sites.
Date 02/2010. Park Rating 1:
Report submitted by Thompsons (46).
Enquire at roadhouse. Park information available at the store, staff were quite friendly but the park is 'under renovation'.
Not sure how long this has been happening or is expected to continue as there seemed to be very little work happening apart from some
strategically placed small machinery. Cost $8 per night for 2A but we were told to find a spot down the back when we said we would run a genset.
Amenities are woeful, one shower room (2 showers) and one room with 1 shower and 1 toilet for all park visitors - men & ladies. Note on the door said
this was due to the renovations. Situated right on the highway and the night moving trucks were right there. Food at the roadhouse was reasonably
good for the price. Wouldn't stay there again unless it is known the renovations had finished and the amenities were majorly upgraded.
No other facilities available.
Date 11/2009. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Necani Nomads (40).
Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Good value for money ($28.00 2A, powered).
Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites
with annex slabs, no sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by.
Basic laundry, basic rec room, 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, not enough shade, a few permanents.
No playground, no bbqs, no pool.
Suitable for overnighter, suitable for families.
Likes: Hot showers after a long drive over the Nullarbor.
Dislikes: Too many water puddles. It was raining very heavy and in the morning it was difficult to reach the amenities.
Roads: Reasonable. Don't have to leave bitumen to pass or overtake.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Jenny & Terry Abbott (28).
I believe this caravan park is for sale. Will definitely keep this stop
in mind for our future trips. Have forgotten the price but remember daughter and I were surprised.
Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Good 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.
Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with annex slabs,
very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by.
Basic laundry, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra).
Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents.
Date 03/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Eagle and Dove (19).
We drove onto Penong as Ceduna was blowing a gale, and it was the next town heading West. It was literally too windy to put up the pop-up at Ceduna,
so we hoped Penong was a bit more sheltered. The park was a nice find, and will be our preferred stopover place for our East-West trips. It was neat, tidy, and spotlessly clean.
Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities.
Reasonable 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 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, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, very few annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites.
Basic rec room, camp kitchen, no wireless internet available (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 2).
Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents.
Likes: This park was well shaded on most sides to handle the windy conditions that you get near the Nullarbor. We chose our own bay, and was sheltered on 3 sides from the wind. Awesome for pop-ups.
Date 11/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by The Aussie Vikings (3).
This park is about 70kms from Ceduna and a good stopover if you have travelled over the Nullarbor. At $25 2A - around the mark -
probably a couple of dollars over. It has good access, flat sites, with power and water but no sullage points. Mobile phone reception good,
mobile internet a little weak on Telstra but workable. The facilities are clean and in good order. Not five star, but the shower has plenty of
drying room and protected area for clothes and towel. Can be a bit windy in Penong. It is on the edge of the Nullarbor, so the water and power
was appreciated. Lots of drive-through sites. The park is used mainly by overnighters.
We found it convenient and would use it again if we come this way.
Date 11/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Bluey and Rose, Flagstaff Hill SA (70).
Manager's name is Jill & Rob Oates.
This small park is a great overnighter, very clean and tidy.
Very friendly staff, 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 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, very few concrete annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites,
adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by.
Basic laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed.
Peaceful.
Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq.
No playground, no pool.
Suitable for overnighter.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Baz&Mick (113).
Manager's name is Jill and Rob.
Flattish grounds coated with sparkling white gypsum. Cacti planted around amenities and shrubs planted around perimeter.
Shade cloth fence and shrubs as a wind break. Amenities block is a demountable which was moved and restored ten years ago, and is so well
maintained it looks like new. Laundry has free washing machines, and iron available on request. Under cover area with gas barbecue,
table and chairs and satellite television (three channels). On site vans, cabins and house accommodation. Being set back around 500
m from highway, campground is quiet. This very well maintained park only just falls short of the perfect score of 5 due to lack
of a disability access bathroom.
Very friendly staff.
Price was as expected, very good value for money ($18 2A per night, unpowered).
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, 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.
Good laundry.
Quiet, open & roomy park, a few permanents.
Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Very clean and well maintained.
Parking: Plenty of parking space outside office
Local Information: Longest Golf Course spans the Nullarbor. Penong has the Windmill Hole which is near caravan park.
Date 11/2009. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Motherhen (69).