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Tasmania

Southern

Adventure Bay Holiday Village, Bruny Island
Captain James Cook Memorial Caravan Park, Bruny Island (DFP)
The Neck Camping Area, Bruny Island (Campground)
Cloudy Bay Camping Area, Bruny Island (Campground)
Cygnet Caravan Park, Cygnet (DFP)
Dover Beachside Tourist Park, Dover (DFP)
Judbury Camping Area, Judbury (Campground)
Mt Field National Park Campground, Mt Field National Park (Campground)
New Norfolk Caravan Park, New Norfolk (DFP)
Fortescue Bay Campground, Tasman National Park, Port Arthur (Campground)
Port Arthur Caravan and Cabin Park, Port Arthur
White Beach Tourist Park, Port Arthur
Primrose Sands RSL Club, Primrose Sands (Campground)
Huon Bush Retreats, Ranelagh
Snug Beach Caravan Park, Snug (DFP)
Southport Tourist Haven Caravan Park, Southport
Triabunna Cabin and Caravan Park, Triabunna (DFP)

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Manager's name is Chris & Jenny Martyn. We enjoyed our stay in this park that has an idyllic location. The park is very pleasant but a bit 'tired', and is reasonable value in all departments (except for the extra charge of $1 per 5 min shower). It is so nice to hear the small breaking waves on the beautiful beach just across the road from the park, especially at night, for those that prefer more still water the park has campsites right on the creek that runs through the back of the park. Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. 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 reasonable, water pressure is bad, extra charge for shower, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, basic rec room, camp kitchen, car wash, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 1). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, too many permanents. Clean UC gas bbq ($1), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Basic playground in poor condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more.
Likes: Location and peacefulness. The camp kitchen and rec room are combined, quite spacious and with a wood fire for heating, while older and a bit tired it is very comfortable and has all that is needed for those that use these areas
Dislikes: Extra charge for showers
Parking: ample space at reception
Local Information: We took a 3 hour Bruny Island Cruise (the yellow boats) which will be remembered as one of the best highlights of our 3 months in Tasmania. The park will give you all the information regarding this
Roads: Most of the road is good bitumen from the ferry to the park with the exception of a short length through 'The Neck' which appears to be 'work in progress' so may also be bitumen soon
Date 03/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Peter & Elaine, Lake Macquarie (46).

Manager's name is Chris Martyn. Park situated across the main road from Adventure Bay with Captain Cook Creek running along the boundary. Lots of native trees and shrubs that encourage Blue Wrens to visit your campsite. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Poor value for money ($35 2A 1C per night, powered, peak season). We paid $30 because of we booked in August 2010. Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, extra charge for shower, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, camp kitchen, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, too many permanents. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Friendliness of the staff and location.
Dislikes: Male amenities block is poor. Cleaning is perfunctory only. No adequate ventilation and you take your life in your hands by entering after the morning rush. Shower cubicles very small. Poor value for money when one pays $35 per night and then $1 per shower for 4 mins.
Added Touches: Ranger talks provided for big and small kids during the school holidays. Contained open fires allowed.
Local Information: Bruny Island Adventure Cruise a must for those wanting to experience the Southern Ocean. Booking service offered within the park. General store is adequate however prices equate with an establishment not having adequate competition. Stock up on groceries and fuel before going onto the island.
Date 01/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Christopher Joyce (3).

Being Geriatric Gypsies we went to Bruny Island on our travels. The park is in a great position with the water just across the road & has panoramic views of Adventure Bay and the whales in early & late winter. It is lovely to go to sleep to the relaxing sound of the waves at night. The sites are reasonably sized with most easy to get into. The amenities are kept spotlessly clean by the friendly staff and the management goes out of their way to make sure your stay is a pleasant one. There is plenty of water with good pressure in the showers. A good campers kitchen & two sheds with coin operated barbeques. Chris runs a good charter fishing business with fish & crays in season assured. There are white wallabys in the area & the occasional echidna visiting the park. A feed of calamari squid can be caught from the local jetty. The park has a creek at the back where you can catch bream. There is a well stocked store within walking distance that has a truly amazing range of goods and a restaurant next door to the shop & a bowls club nearby. The park is protected from the worst of the westerly winds by the mountains behind.
Date 07/2010.
Report submitted by Nordic & The Gypsy (1).

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Drop toilets, undercover area with tables and fireplace. No designated camping spots, just find one someone else has used. Open fires allowed, but no firewood. Easy access for caravans. Peaceful, surrounded by trees and birds, 50-100 m walk to beach.
Local Information: The penguin rookery is about 3 kms N (you pass it in the middle of The Neck). Free access along well-made board walk. Get there about 1/2 hour after sunset to see the penguins.
Roads: Mostly bitumen from the ferry, but the gravel roads are very suitable for vans.
Report submitted by Badger.

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There is another free camping area further along from here, but access is literally via the beach. Drop toilet. No designated camping spots, in a small area surrounded by pine trees, well out of the wind. Open fires allowed, but no firewood. Easy access for caravans. Peaceful, surrounded by trees and birds, 300 m walk to beach. We had the place to ourselves for 2 days and just used it as a base to explore the rest of the island.
Local Information: The walk to Mt Managna was marred by previous morons cutting down branches and laying them across the track, but the effort was worth it for the views at the top of the southern part of Tasmania. Moderate effort needed.
Roads: The road from Adventure Bay is not suitable for vans, so just take the normal road thru Allonah and Lunawanna which is bitumen and good gravel.
Report submitted by Badger.

Good level cement sites. Only a small park with about 10 powered sites so it would be prudent to call ahead. Very friendly staff at the hotel who have only recently taken over this park and have plans to modernise and improve facilities. Must have the biggest shower cubicles in Australia. Good spot to tour this area from. We stayed a week and had no problems. Plentiful oysters on rocks throughout the area. Excellent meals at the hotel. Good value at $25 per night with 7th night free. Very friendly staff. Price was as expected, good value for money ($25 2A powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room. Quiet, open & roomy park, too much shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No bbqs, no playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Date 02/2008. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Stony (9).

Nice friendly park. As I have a large van we were lucky to get a site even though we booked 10 days in advance. We were there Australia Day period. They have their groups who reserve their sites every year at certain times (long weekends etc). Very friendly staff. Good value for money ($30 2A per night, peak season). Amenities 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, no sites with annex slabs, very few sites are shaded. Basic laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra). Peaceful, open & roomy park, a few permanents. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Amenities block cleaned twice daily. First thing in the morning before anyone is up and about and then again early arvo.
Date 01/2012. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Mad Mick (12).

Two amenities blocks. Excellent camp kitchen, well provided. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($25 2A per night, powered, 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, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, camp kitchen, 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 UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families.
Likes: The grassed areas for van parking. Not cramped. Beach over the road. No big gum trees for branches to fall on your awning. Appears to be well drained.
Parking: Parking adequate outside office.
Local Information: Fishing is very good. Nice country drives. Business people in town are very friendly. IGA store in town. Hotel has reasonable meals. Mechanic at BP garage. Pharmacy in town.
Roads: Good access to park from main road by bitumen.
Date 01/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Adrian Ind (4).

Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Poor value for money ($27.50 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is bad, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with concrete annex slabs, no sites are shaded, adequate taps close by. Poor laundry, no rec room, camp kitchen, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade. No pool, no playground. Suitable for few days.
Likes: The park was very green & lush. Close to the beach.
Dislikes: Very poor water pressure; very hard to regulate. Even the water flow in the gents affected the flow in the ladies.
Local Information: Good base to visit Hastings Caves & Thermal Springs, Ida Bay Railway, Cockle Creek, Tahune Air Walk, Geeveston, Huonville & the Hartz Mountain national Park.
Date 10/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by TeePee (117).

This is quite a nice park in a lovely little town and the only one in the area. The back of the park is nicely grassed but we were told if it rains it would get too wet, so were put on a very small site without grass. The amenities are very old and could really do with some maintenance and renovating, although they are clean. Shower pressure was poor and very much affected by someone else turning on a tap, etc. The owner remarked that he has a lot of trouble with vans throwing the power cutout switch, only on one side of the road, which is the side he put us on, and this happened twice on one night to us when the van next to us put the electric jug on. We had to get the manager on both occasions because the cutout switch is in a locked room and he was extremely rude and told both of us that we must be using too much power and if it happened again, he would have to ask us to leave. This was at 9pm. We feel that the price is too high. It is not good value for money, they have too many vans running on old wiring systems and we wouldn't stay again. I would rate the park itself as 4 but the amenities as only a 2 1/2 and the friendliness if something goes wrong as a zero. The manager did say to us that it's these new vans that are a problem with the power because we have big fridges. Very unfriendly staff. Price was much higher than expected, reasonable value for money ($27.50 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is bad, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, small sites, no sites with concrete annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room. Peaceful, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean electric bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Likes: The park is quiet and picturesque and the town is lovely.
Dislikes: The old amenities, and the very rude attitude of the Manager.
Date 05/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Mallyn (6).

This is a very nice park in a beautiful little coastal town, lush grass on most sites and very well maintained. There are a few weekender/onsite vans here and they are all neat and tidy. This is a very good springboard for the area from Huonville to Cockle Creek. There is a very friendly bowls club here which is affiliated with the RSL club. A creek borders the park so children need some supervision. Would definitely use again. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was higher than expected, reasonable value for money ($27.50 for 2A powered site) - a bit pricey but we were offered 10% disc for our 2 week stay. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting. Some sites are small, some average and some huge but all are level and there are drive through sites. Good laundry, dump point, camp kitchen provided but fairly rustic. Peaceful, open & roomy park, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC bbq (pay), congenial bbq area atmosphere. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: The setting is great, over the road from a really good beach with a tall wooded hill behind and a peaceful creek beside.
Dislikes: I drew a small site but it was still big enough to have the awning extended and park the car onsite.
Parking: Pull in far enough to clear entrance and keep left.
Roads: Roads good but some bendy bits. Coast road is now all bitumen but main road better for caravans.
Date 03/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Stony (9).

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The advertised camping area is now closed, however we did find a fantastic picnic area in town. There were no less than 12 picnic tables, 2 free electric bbqs, a good playground, water, and toilets. Gold coin donation in box. The area is provided by the Judbury Progress Association and there is a box for donations, which we made, and we left a note of congratulations on such a great area "in the middle of nowhere". There was a sign in a sheltered picnic area that said "no camping in bbq area", but we stayed on the advice of a local that said it was okay as long as we didn't stay "for days" and the sign was to stop people sleeping in the sheltered area.
Local Information: To the west is a lovely forest drive that takes you thru some steep hills, magnificent lookouts, and tree-felling areas.
Roads: Good. The forest drive road is very good, dirt road, but leave the van behind.
Report submitted by Badger.

It has had some refurbishment. Great site by the Tyenna River with both powered and unpowered sites. Great location but can be busy in peak times. A good base for trips into the Southwest National Park and the new attractions at Maydena.
Date 01/2012. Campground Rating 4:
Report submitted by Phil W (1).

Manager's name is Steve. I telephoned the park manager four days before we were due to arrive, to see if we needed to book (as we have a large van), and was told just to turn up as the park was very quiet. When we arrived we were informed that the park was closed for 2 weeks as the amenities were being refurbished. Annoying to say the least. We did, however, hang around long enough to visit the Russell & Horseshoe Falls, which were beautiful, and have lunch in the cafe. The National Park staff were very helpful and apologetic.
Date 10/2010. Campground Rating 1: For complete lack of customer service
Report submitted by TeePee (117).

Manager's name is Stephen Jubb. Mt Field is about 90kms west of Hobart. The caretaker of the caravan park is also the manager of the cafe in the NP's Visitors Centre so enquire there first. This is a very basic park in a lovely bushland setting. It has about a dozen powered sites, a camp kitchen and an old amenities block that is adequate (showers are hot) considering the natural setting amongst tall trees with the Tyenna River a feature. Sites are informal, dirt, some moss coverage and muddy when it rains. Pademelon wallabies come around at night. There are minimal local services so bring everything with you. Having said that the excellent cafe in the NP's Visitors Centre has meals, coffee, etc. The rubbish tin lids have bricks wired to them to stop the locals getting access. Site fees are $25 per night but this represents good value in such a pretty and isolated spot. This is not your normal tourist park but it is a great stopping off point to visit the Styx Valley, Russell Falls and the drive to Strath-Gordon. Well worth a stopover on the drive across to the West Coast.
Likes: Beautiful bushland setting, powered sites, hot showers
Dislikes: Poorly drained sites
Date 09/2008. Camground Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by G&P Flagstaff Hill SA (22).

This park is a nice place to stay because the town is cute and close by, the river is at your doorstop and the locals are friendly and welcoming. That said, it's not the most appealing van park to look at and the sites are all pretty close together. If you're just staying for a short while and want to explore the area - particularly the amazing range of antiques stores, it's a great place to stop. The facilities were pretty good - the toilets were old, but functional; and the shower block was new and clean, although water heat was affected by whoever else was using the showers. Friendly staff. Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, hot water was usually adequate but not when busy.
Date 04/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Martyn and Meagan (3).

Manager's name is Ted. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($25 2A per night). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed, camp kitchen, dump point, secure entry, van parking, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (20 cents), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for month or longer.
Likes: Very pleasant management team who work hard to see that all is ok and all is very clean. Walk to town centre and alongside the river which is adjacent to lovely riverside parks with a jetty
Parking: ample parking outside office
Local Information: This park is suitable for visits to Strathgordon, Derwent Bridge or The Wall etc but within an easy drive to Hobart, with so many services being on the New Norfolk side of Hobart. The town centre has major supermarkets and a supermarket discount fuel outlet. There is a hotel with good meals within a short walk of the park
Roads: Good highway and bitumen into the park from the highway
Date 03/2011. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Peter & Elaine, Lake Macquarie (46).

Manager's name is Ted and Sally. This is our second stay here. We stayed for 10 weeks last summer. Loved it so much we came back. Staying this time for 15 weeks. Park facilities are very clean and well maintained. Lots of hot water. This is one of the best parks we have stayed at in our two years on the road.
Likes: Friendly park and very clean. Lots of willow trees for shade on a hot day. Just take a chair and sit under them.
Parking: Parking at front of office.
Added Touches: there is a boat ramp opposite the park. Park is situated on the bank of the Derwent. Great walking track. Within walking distance to town. Lovely area.
Local Information: Managers are very helpful as are the few permanents that reside there.
Date 12/2010. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by S D D (13).

Although a basic park, very suitable for travellers needing good accommodation & no frills. This is a council owned park but unlike some council parks is very good. Management is spot on & striving to improve the facilities. Recently managed to get money out of council to improve amenities which Ted the manager told us were bare masonry when he took over 2 years ago. Now have tiled walls & painted & new fittings throughout. Atmosphere is very pleasant, managers are pleasant & helpful. On bank of Derwent River in a beautiful setting. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($25 2A per night, powered, shoulder season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, very few concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, dump point, secure entry, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (pay), congenial bbq area atmosphere. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Good spot to set up base incl to Hobart & surrounding area
Local Information: A couple of good restaurants. Good shopping, Woolworths, Bakery, etc.
Roads: Good road systems.
Date 04/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by JimO (4).

Manager's name is Ted. This park really is a little gem. Although not fancy i.e. no playground or swimming pool, it is extremely quiet and well maintained and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($25 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, 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, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, dump point, 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. No playground, no pool. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Park is on the Derwent River with boat ramp at entrance. People can swim in river. Lots of trout and redfin in river for anglers. We stayed Xmas and New Years Day, and met lots of nice people. Walking distance to town.
Dislikes: No concrete slabs, this is something council needs to address asap, although the roads have been recently upgraded. Other than this we had no dislikes at all.
Parking: Park outside office
Added Touches: Boat ramp, excellent showers
Local Information: Close to Hobart for day trips, excellent fishing in the Derwent River. New Norfolk is a beautiful historical town. Woolworths in town, and most other standard shops.
Date 12/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Charmaine & Gus (12).

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This is a campground but may be an alterative to caravan parks for those who want to see Port Arthur. Pit toilets, one gas heated hot shower was on trial while we were there so not sure about that now, was paid for by donation. Boat launching facilities, right on coast, boil water to drink. Camp fires allowed, firewood available to buy from parks office/kiosk. $11 per night 2A 3C, good value for money. Some great walks from the campground. Very picturesque location. Close to Port Arthur, poor road in as there are logging trucks.
Report submitted by Karen and Dale, Vic (2).

This park is in a perfect location, and the site for our campervan was gorgeous - surrounded by trees, reasonably flat and with a small open fire space next to it. It was a delight to stay there, and we would have been happy to stay for longer, but the obvious aside, there's not a huge amount to do in Port Arthur. The facilities block is brand new, but still wasn't that clean. There was a school tour there while we were, so it wasn't always the quietest spot. But they're small quibbles - it was a nice spot and worth the money. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, cleanliness was average, condition is very good. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Date 04/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Martyn and Meagan (3).

Manager's name is Steve Sowerby & Leanne Johnstone. The lady's amenity block was newly refurbished. The gent's block was in the process of being refurbished and there were 4 x temporary porta-showers and 1 x temporary block of 4 toilets. During our stay there were a couple of large school groups in the bunk houses but they were very well supervised. Very friendly staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($28.00 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, disabled facilities, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more.
Likes: The large, private drive thru' sites. The newly refurbished ladies amenity block. Lots of wild life.
Added Touches: Most sites had contained open fires/BBQ's. The park is close to a boat ramp.
Local Information: Port Arthur Historic site only 5 mins by car. Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park and the Federation Chocolate Factory in Tarrana worth a visit. Lots to see around the area.
Date 11/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by TeePee (117).

Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($28 2A, off-peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, some unlevel sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. No pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Beautiful park, set in lovely surrounds. Lots of wildlife. Well maintained.
Date 09/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Tracy and Matt (21).

Stayed 3 nights @ $29 per night for ensuite site. Absolutely beautiful park with very big drive thru sites, each separated from the next site by way of tiering and bushes. Ensuite spotless. I checked the amenities block and was suitably impressed. Staff was extremely helpful and very friendly. Ample parking while booking in. This park is set in the bush with rabbits and colourful birds almost tame right at your door. 5 minute drive to the Convict Settlement or 45 minute bush walk. Wish we could have stayed longer, so peaceful!
Date 02/2009. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Stockos (64).

Clean and tidy, well maintained, grassed well, sites are individually screened with hedges/windbreaks. Well maintained and clean. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($22 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, extra charge for shower (20c/5 mins), paper towels/dryer provided, no hand soap in amenities, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, all drive-through sites, poor water quality, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Good clean UC electric bbq ($1), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Location, peace and quiet, openness, privacy, all drive through sites.
Dislikes: Pay for shower. Quality of water.
Parking: No.
Local Information: Handy to Port Arthur settlement.
Date 02/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Barry and Jo Konemann, Bathurst NSW (5).

A very nice caravan park, about 10 - 15 mins from Port Arthur. On a lovely beach, which we unfortunately didn't have time to enjoy, because of doing the "tourist bit" in Port Arthur. We were running out of time at this stage. There is still a charge of 40 cents for a shower.
Date 03/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Carole and Terry, Bendigo (9).

Manager's name is Peter. Very quite site, very friendly staff in the Club. Few powered sites, plenty of space. General store 7 minute walk and 5 minute walk to the beach. Good place to stop off on way back from Port Arthur. Meals served in the club on Friday nights. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($7.50 2A, powered, peak season). 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. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No bbqs, no playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Peaceful and very friendly staff
Dislikes: Not a lot of shade, basically open field. You need to be self-contained no water on site. No toilets on site but in club.
Date 12/2009. Campground Rating 3: Suitable for self contained vehicles only.
Report submitted by Paul & Janet UK (1).

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Manager's name is Cross. Management were a little terse when phoning for a booking, but OK when we arrived. I was walked to our site which had water but no sullage. I was told to let it run on the lawn (we have our own shower). We arrived 3 days before a long weekend and left on the start of it. The park was full when we left and noisy due to a Scouting event on the oval next door and the foreshore. Average staff friendliness, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($30 2A per night, powered, shoulder season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, condition is good, water pressure is good, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, adequate taps close by. Camp kitchen, dump point, wireless internet is available, mobile wireless not available. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Close to Kingston and not too far from Hobart and the Huon.
Date 03/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Wykham (13).

Management is a little abrupt, particularly when discussing problems. Average staff friendliness, bad staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($27.50 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with concrete annex slabs, no sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, camp kitchen, dump point, secure entry, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. Clean UC bbq, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No pool, no playground. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Very impressive camp kitchen (complete with log fire), new amenities & laundry (including brand new appliances)
Dislikes: No soap in the amenities. The 'Ladies' has a major problem with water run-off in the showers. No slope on tiles so the water runs to into the dry area and the other showers.
Local Information: Close to Kettering and the Bruny Island Ferry.
Date 11/2010. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by TeePee (117).

This is a great little park. It has the best camp kitchen I have seen - fully enclosed (great in Tassie), with wood fired heater (wood provided), fridges, toaster, 2 x electric BBQs ($1 in slot to use), TV, lounge, tables, chairs etc. The amenities have recently been refurbished and are very good. Very good laundry with 4 washers and 4 dryers. Although there is not a lot of shade, this was not a problem. In Tassie we were happy to seek the sun when it shone. We asked for and were given a list of available sites and went for a walk and chose the best (number 14 as it was large and we could have the awning facing N - 17 was also very big, but awning would face south). Some sites are small and in a row with no trees between, so it is worth asking for a choice if you plan to stay a while. There are no concrete slabs, but the park is well grassed and was well maintained. Very quiet park and area. Good location to use as a base to explore the Huon Valley, Bruny Island and other local attractions. Being just 30 km from Hobart, it could also be used as a base for there. There is a dump point suitable for pump out and cassette toilets. No pool or playground for kids, but when we were there, there was a large open grassed area available for play, but in peak periods may be full of tents and unpowered campers. We rarely stay in van parks, but were very happy to stay at this one for close to a week to rest up and explore the great areas that are within an hour or two. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice. Price was lower than expected, excellent value for money ($25 2A per night, powered, shoulder season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with concrete annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, dump point. Peaceful, a few permanents. Clean UC electric bbq ($1), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Date 12/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Norm C (1).

Friendly staff. Price was higher than expected, reasonable value for money ($27.50 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, 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, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Likes: Good amenities, well cleaned and maintained, tidy park in general and a good central point for seeing surrounding attractions including Bruny Island
Date 05/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Malysa (1).

Very easy to find, well signposted. Average staff friendliness. Price was higher than expected, reasonable value for money ($27 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, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, dump point. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC electric bbq (free), bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Liked the position right on the beach.
Dislikes: There were better unoccupied sites than the one we were on.
Parking: Outside office.
Local Information: Meals at the Snug Tavern were very nice and generous size, good value for money, although bar service was very slow.
Date 01/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Lyn, Hobart (1).

Manager's name is Doug & Sue Sanders. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($16 2A 2C per night unpowered). 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, hot water was usually adequate but not when busy, extra charge for shower, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs. Basic laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), kiosk. Peaceful, open & roomy park, family/friendly atmosphere. No bbqs, no playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families.
Likes: Very spacious area for unpowered camping. Wood fires were allowed, we were also allowed to use some wood that had been recently chopped on the property. The lady who booked us in and showed us to some suitable sites was extremely helpful and offered to ring a local tourist site to find out what times they were open. We were the only campers in the unpowered area, it was lovely and quiet. A few motor homes were in the powered section. Some of the other unpowered areas were a bit mushy following some rain, not muddy but very wet mossy type of grass. In summer time I wouldn't think this would be a problem. The park is behind a tavern/small shop, so we liked that we could get a counter meal if we wanted. The shop is also a servo.
Dislikes: The showers ran hot and cold, so had to keep adjusting the tap. There is a very small creek running at the rear of the camping area, this was not a problem for us, but if you have very small children, just be aware of this.
Local Information: This is a good spot to base yourself at and do day trips to Hastings Caves, Cockle Creek and Ida Bay Railway.
Date 09/2008. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by natcat (1).

This is a fairly new or refurbished small independent park, which is part of a complex, consisting of a hotel, a general store and the caravan park. You check in at the store. It is not listed in most of the Tasmanian tourist information, which is a shame, because it is a real find, in an area with few caravan parks. It is located in a pretty setting, well grassed and with huge trees. The management was friendly, the pub serves good budget meals, and you are walking distance to the lovely Southport Bay beach. If staying at Southport, don't miss a trip on the nearby Ida Bay railway. Good value for money, it cost us $16.50 for an unpowered site for 2 people. The amenities block is modern and clean, with $1 coin-in-slot showers, for which you get about seven mins of hot water. Adequate number of amenities to cater for tourists, close to sites, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Good sites. There were powered and unpowered sites available. Powered sites (some were drive-through) had gravel bases, and you can have a campfire at your site also (BYO wood). Laundry, kiosk, van parking by management. Very good park atmosphere, quiet, open and roomy park, shady park. Clean UC wood bbq (free), with seating provided. Suitable for a few days, the park was well maintained.
Date 04/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Jan and Michael, Victoria (5).

Nicely maintained, pleasant, little park. Short walk to town. Very small amenity block (2 showers/2 toilets) and even smaller laundry (1 washing machine/1 dryer). Managers have limited office hours but were more than happy for us to 'park up' until their return. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($25.00 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is bad, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, sites will accommodate small to medium vans, no sites with annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Poor laundry, no rec room, camp kitchen, book swap available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Dirty UC bbq, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days.
Likes: The spotlessly clean amenity block. Friendly managers
Dislikes: The water pressure is pretty bad. When my husband turned the shower on in the gents amenity my hot water vanished in the ladies.
Local Information: Very nice Information Centre in the town. Great selection of books in the local Op Shop and very friendly 'ladies'. We stopped over in Triabunna primarily to visit Maria Island but on enquiry we found that the ferry only goes over at 9.30am and doesn't pick up until 5.30pm. Too long a day for us to wander around an uninhabited island. There is a cruise around Maria Island ($95.00 each), but it doesn't include a visit to the penal colony ruins.
Date 11/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by TeePee (117).